Who’s involved?

Behind Team Green Britain is another team – our supporters

They are equally inspired by the realisation that, working together, with our eyes on London 2012, we could all start to win the fight against climate change. And they want to help us do it.

  • EDF Energy

    EDF Energy produces and supplies the power which is the lifeblood of the communities we serve. As we now know, electricity generation in itself can create significant emissions of CO2, one of the main contributors to climate change. That’s why we’re determined to do what we can to minimise our impact on the environment and contribute to a more sustainable world.

    As part of EDF Group, Europe’s largest, lowest carbon, energy producer, EDF Energy is the largest generator of low-carbon electricity in Britain, producing around half of the low-carbon electricity in 2009 and we plan to invest billions of pounds over the coming years in new, low-carbon plants to power British homes.

    We also recognise that there is another side to the solution - educating and encouraging people to reduce the energy they use and lessen their impact on the environment. That’s why EDF Energy is a sustainability partner of London 2012 and why we’re giving our whole-hearted support to Team Green Britain.

  • Global Action Plan

    Global Action Plan is an independent environmental charity, delivering environmental, social and financial improvements by working with people from all sections of society. In homes, the workplace, schools and the wider community, we help to make the small changes that have a big impact.

    Our EcoTeams help people explore ways to reduce their environmental impacts through a programme of action to generate permanent, positive changes in behaviour.

    Global Action Plan is proud to be part of Team Green Britain. And thanks to the increased awareness it brings, within two years EcoTeams aims to save 10,351 tonnes of CO2, divert 1,950 tonnes of waste from landfill, and save households £3 million.

  • Eden Project - Big Lunch

    The Eden Project is an educational charity, social enterprise, visitor destination and leading environmental brand. Its mission is to not only promote our dependence on the natural world, but to demonstrate aspects of behaviour and thinking that encourage the adaptation required for sustainable living. The first manifestation of the idea involved the creation of the largest conservatories in the world, carved out of a scared landscape in Cornwall, and in itself a symbol of regeneration and a demonstration of what people can do working together.

    Eden‘s view is that environmental and social change go hand in hand, and that fostering a spirit of collaboration and building more resilient communities is the only way to achieve real positive change. Team Green Britain encompasses these beliefs that collective action is crucial in combating the challenges of the 21st Century.

    Who’s behind Team Big Lunch?

    The Big Lunch was dreamt up by the Eden Project and supported by EDF Energy.

    Eden Project Chief Executive Tim Smit said “The greatest things in life are simple and great memories are usually made of things we do ourselves. So, our aim was for people to get out on their street, raise a glass and share a bite with their neighbours – that’s The Big Lunch.”

    It doesn’t stop there – you can get involved too. The Big Lunch is not just about eating and having a good time. We want to give people the tools to strengthen their communities, to share skills and experiences.

    Join Team Big Lunch now and we’ll make sure you’re supplied with even more food for thought.

  • Bike Week

    Team Green Britain Bike Week is an annual opportunity to promote cycling and show how cycling can easily be part of everyday life. Demonstrating the social, health and environmental benefits of cycling, the week aims to get people to give cycling a go all over the UK. This year we aim to make ‘everyday cycling for everyone‘!

    From 19th – 27th June you can take part in all kinds of events from commuter challenges and cycling festivals, to family rides and Dr Bike safety checks.

    This year, we’re encouraging everyone to rethink their everyday journeys and try cycling as the most convenient way to get around. Cycling improves fitness – you’ll look and feel better just by cycling regularly. It is also a cheap means of transport, which can save you money, and more importantly, it’s fun, so why not give it a go!

    The aim of Bike Week is to get more people cycling and to do this we need to increase the number of events and reach as wide an audience as possible. The partnership with Team Green Britain will help Bike Week to meet both of these objectives.

    Not only has the partnership with Team Green Britain widened the audience available to Bike Week, the sponsorship has enabled us to provide extra benefits to our event organisers and participants.

    The sponsorship has helped fund thirteen workshops for event organisers and also supported the development of a set of tailored event organiser guides. Plus, in a new feature for 2010, Team Green Britain event sustainability consultant, Toby Radcliffe, has provided expert advice for event organisers on how to minimise the environmental impact of Team Green Britain Bike Week events, and as Bike Week aims to be as green an event as possible, this support is very important.

    The more Team Green Britain Bike Week events there are, the more people we can introduce to the benefits of cycling and make this year’s Team Green Britain Bike Week the biggest yet. Visit www.bikeweek.org.uk to sign up as an event organiser or find your nearest event today.

  • LOCOG

    The London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) is responsible for preparing and staging the 2012 Games. Led by Sebastian Coe (Chair) and Paul Deighton (Chief Executive), LOCOG’s aim is to stage a memorable Games in 2012.

    We will deliver the best possible Games experience for everyone involved, ensuring a real legacy and inspiring people to join in. As well as staging the 2012 Games, LOCOG will also be responsible for staging a series of test events in the run up to 2012; recruiting and training volunteers; and overseeing the four year Cultural Olympiad leading up to the Games.

    We want London 2012 to be the first ‘sustainable‘ Games, setting new standards for major events. Being ‘sustainable‘ means providing for people’s current and long-term needs, improving quality of life while ensuring a healthy and thriving natural environment. As one of the highest profile events in the world, the Games give us the chance to show how changes to the way we build, live, work, do business and travel could help us to live happy and healthy lives, within our planet’s resources.

  • London 2012

    EDF Energy is proud to be a Tier One sponsor of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and their first sustainability partner.

    We‘ll play a key role in helping to ensure London 2012 is truly sustainable, and a turning point for a lower carbon future, uniting individuals and businesses to tackle climate change issues.

    Sebastian Coe, Chairman of the London 2012 Organising Committee said: ‘We are delighted to unveil EDF as a Tier One sponsor and sustainability partner. This is very important to us: sustainability is at the heart of London 2012 and we‘re looking forward to working with EDF to make London 2012 truly sustainable Games, delivering a lasting legacy benefiting sport, the environment and the local and global community.

    ‘EDF Energy, its UK subsidiary, was the first company to sign up in 2004 as a premier partner for the 2012 bid, so we are pleased to welcome the whole group into the London Olympic family.‘

  • ParalympicsGB go green for London 2012

    EDF Energy believes in celebrating the achievements of all Olympic athletes. Particularly the dedication and accomplishments of Paralympic athletes across the world.

    So they’re working with Paralympics GB to create the first truly green national Paralympic Team for London 2012. The initiative will seek to improve energy use in key areas including travel, accommodation and food provision.

    It’s not easy being green. Or becoming a Paralympian.

    ParalympicsGB will work with London 2012 Sustainability Partner EDF Energy in order to make all their training preparation camps for the Games more sustainable, reducing the environmental impact of the camps and influencing the behaviour of athletes and coaches.

    Multi gold medal winning Paralympian Dame Tanni Grey-Thompson has given her backing.

    ‘The intention is for excellence in everything we do on and off the track. Now we want to strive for excellence to become a cleaner and greener team, too. The principles are the same – breaking down everything, analysing it and seeing what improvements we can make, individually and collectively.

    ‘The London 2012 Paralympic Games will be life changing in many ways for many people and the sustainability message is a big part of this. I’m delighted that ParalympicsGB, working with EDF Energy, are leading by example.’

    Training to be greener

    The training camps are held at the University of Bath. Working closely with ParalympicsGB, EDF Energy’s sustainability team has already audited January’s camp and the university site.

    The project will have two elements. Working with the University to reduce the footprint of the camp itself, looking at areas like energy consumption, recycling facilities and food sourcing. And then focusing on educating and influencing the behaviour of the athletes, coaches and officials.

    Improving performance through efficiency

    Using ironman triathlete Toby Radcliffe, EDF Energy’s event sustainability consultant, the athletes will be encouraged to complete a detailed online energy advisor survey. Individual reports will show how energy efficient their residency is and provide a range of ways to improve performance.

    Portable plug-in ‘EcoManager’ energy monitors for every athlete allow them to see the impact of different electrical devices in terms of energy used, carbon dioxide released and the cost in pounds. This helps them make informed choices about their energy consumption wherever their training takes them.

    Winning the race against climate change

    Gareth Wynn, EDF Group Director, 2012 Programme, added: “Sustainability is at the heart of EDF Energy and we believe that London 2012 is a unique opportunity to show that Britain is leading the world, not just on the track or in the water, but in the race against climate change.

    “As an official supporter of ParalympicsGB, we relish the opportunity to use our energy efficiency expertise to help the team to perform smarter and become truly sustainable by 2012 and beyond.”

Five reasons to join Team Green Britain

  • Be there. Opportunities to win a day at London 2012

  • Be part of the growing team of hundreds of thousands

  • Be provided with the tools to make a real difference

  • Be inspired by your fellow team members

  • Be a Hero, make Britain a better place