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Free training launches Compost Champions scheme.
The Somerset Waste Action Programme (SWAP) is offering free training to local people who are keen to know more about and champion the benefits of home composting. They are offering a one-day training course to volunteers who will then be asked to share knowledge with others in their local community.
The Somerset Waste Action Programme is an education team based at Carymoor Environmental Centre and funded by Somerset Waste Partnership. They are a familiar sight in local schools, colleges and community groups and they now want to build up a network of volunteer Composting Champions.
“Almost a third of the waste produced from Somerset’s households could be home composted, transforming food and garden waste into a great fertiliser. Schemes like the Compost Champion initiative have been very popular in other areas and really make a difference in cutting down waste while benefiting local communities at the same time,” explained SWAP Team Leader Rupert Farthing.
The training days will be:
• Carymoor Environmental Centre, near Castle Cary Friday - 20th February, 10am - 4.30pm
• Hestercombe Gardens, Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton - Thursday 26th February, 10am - 4pm
Topics will include, building or buying a compost bin, getting the mixture right, solving composting problems and how to pass on your knowledge to others
Compost Champion training is free and volunteers must live within Somerset. All that is asked in return is that they champion home composting within their local community and, if possible, attend events such as fairs and fetes to spread the word. SWAP will pay reasonable travel expenses, provide display materials and be available to give advice if needed.
To find out more please telephone Hilary or Rupert on 01963 351350 or email hm.swap@carymoor.org.uk
For more information on recycling and waste in Somerset, including advice on how you can reduce the amount you produce, log on to www.somersetwaste.gov.uk
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Notes to Editors:
About the Somerset Waste Partnership:
• The Somerset Waste Action Programme (SWAP) is a team of 6 experienced Waste Education Officers who work with schools and community groups across Somerset raising awareness of waste and environmental issues.
• SWAP is a joint venture between the Somerset Waste Partnership, which manages waste and recycling services on behalf of all local authorities in Somerset, and the Carymoor Environmental Trust.
• Carymoor Environmental Trust is an education charity that promotes sustainability to all ages.
21 January 2009
For further details contact Mark Blaker
01823 625714
Email: Mark.blaker@somersetwaste.gov.uk
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