Saving the planet

A young person's guide to saving the planet.

We asked young people who are involved in our projects what's important to them about climate and the environment. Read our Young Person's Guide to a Green Future to find out their top tips for saving the planet, stories, activity guides, recipes and lots more. 

Young Person's Guide to a Green Future


Make your own natural lip balm

Do you know what goes into your skincare products? If you make your own products, you know exactly where the ingredients come from, you can tailor-make it to suit your needs and you can decide exactly what type of sustainable packaging to use and where to buy your ingredients from. How to make your own natural lip balm 

Natural lip balm


Make your own beeswax food wraps

Beeswax wraps are a great environmentally-friendly alternative to cling film, plastic sandwich bags and even foil. Reusable food wrap is a more sustainable option, preventing toxic plastics from having to be produced. It’s also a great way to save money. Follow our video and step by step instructions to find out How to make beeswax food wraps yourself at home.

Beeswax food wraps


10 things you can do for the environment and nature 

Young people recommend 10 things we can all do to help protect the environment and look after nature.

Youth forum top tips for environment


How to be an eco-conscious mountain biker

Mountain biking can be a great way of exploring the countryside and connecting with nature, but it's really important to be aware of the potential impact that it can have on the environment. Thom’s guide to being an eco-conscious mountain biker includes top tips to help protect the spaces we love whilst still having a great time in the hills! 

Mountain bike Yorkshire Dales


Greta Thunberg and 14 more inspirational activists to follow

Inspirational environmental activists to follow on Instagram, as recommended by young people who are passionate about the environment.

Young people woodlands Yorkshire Dales


Heidi's beginners guide to composting 

Did you know that composting at home for just 1 year can save global warming gases equivalent to all the carbon dioxide (CO2) your kettle produces annually or your washing machine in 3 months (recyclenow.com). Here's Heidi's guide for How to get started with composting

Compost bin