Our team has selected 3 important eco-events happening in the weeks ahead. From healthier eating, to reducing the number of trees being cut down, see how you can help Planet Earth in the big fight against climate change.

National Tree Week | 26 Nov – 4 Dec 2011

Each year, Tree Council member organisations such as local authorities, schools, community groups and Tree Wardens support the initiative by setting up fun yet accessible events to inspire and motivated others to get their hands dirty. A great chance for communities to do something positive for their local treescape; find out what’s happening near you here.

World Wetlands Day | 2 Feb 2012

Marking the date of the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on 2 February 1971 in the Iranian city of Ramsar on the shores of the Caspian Sea, World Wetlands Day was first celebrated in 1997. Since then government agencies, non-governmental organizations and groups of citizens at all levels of the community have taken advantage of the opportunity to undertake actions aimed at raising public awareness of wetland values and benefits.

Fairtrade Fortnight | 27 Feb – 11 Mar 2012

This year, the Fairtrade Foundation is asking everyone to take a step for Fairtrade. It can be a simple, small step, like switching to Fairtrade tea and chocolate; or bigger steps, such as asking the office to do it too. Join thousands of others all over the UK this Fairtrade Fortnight and change the world one small step at a time.