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Special Focus: Get started on an eco journey

At a time of climate crisis as well as a cost-of-living crisis, how can early years settings become sustainable, both environmentally and financially? Karen Hart offers some ideas
Using compost at the Old Forge Day Nursery.
Using compost at the Old Forge Day Nursery.

Having the job of showing the next generation the importance of embracing a green mindset is a big responsibility. Hopefully, new generations will embrace eco-awareness as second nature, and a big part of fostering this mindset will come from early years providers – leading by example through their own practices, and by offering activities and equipment that are sustainable and kind to our planet, thereby educating children and the wider community.

Finding the extra money to invest in large-scale, eco-friendly equipment and initiatives may seem daunting for many, but there are lots of simple initiatives to adopt that are fun, cost-effective and great for demonstrating the green message.

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