Mission Statement:

To raise awareness of environmental issues within all sections of the community.

 

To encourage active participation by individuals and organisations in environmental projects.

To promote change towards a more sustainable future.

 

Areas of Work

The Centre was the first of its kind in Wales and its work can be split into three main areas:

 

1) Support of environmental groups & projects:
the provision of low cost office space, meeting rooms and administrative services.
support and management of partnership projects.

 

2) Information provision:
an up-to-date information area with leaflets, posters, newsletters, information sheets and journals.
Green Light, a monthly newsletter and a regularly updated Environment Centre website.
a programme of exhibitions on environmental themes throughout the year.
a demonstration and information annex containing free internet access for sustainable research

 

3) Educational activity:

providing a first point of contact for teachers, pupils and members of the public interested in finding out about environmental issues or becoming involved in practical projects.
a varied programme of activities for schools and community groups, plus in-service training and resources for teaching staff.
support for school managers in developing curriculum ideas and environmental policies.
a year-full of exhibitions, special events, holiday activities and participation in local festivals.
administering the Swansea Environmental Education Forum