One Planet Local
In the UK, we import many foods, often to ensure we have certain fruits and vegetables out of season – for example, soft fruits from South America or apples from New Zealand. This has a global impact, as traditional mixed farms and farming methods have been replaced in many parts of the world by high intensity farming. This has an effect on both the land and wildlife: habitats have been destroyed and thousands of species lost. 'One Planet Local' seeks to celebrate local and seasonal produce, and encourages you to value the British countryside and our UK species.
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One Planet Local
These activities have been grouped around ideas to help you motivate, make the links and go deeper on issues connected to the UK countryside. There is a particular focus on growing and cooking your own food, buying local, and helping others appreciate what's local and seasonal. Download all One Planet local activities (PDF 1.2MB)
One Planet Challenges
Active and fun, these One Planet Challenges are designed to help you take action around the theme of celebrating what's local, seasonal and organic. One Planet Challenges (PDF 261KB)
Celebrate success!
Download the Certificate to recognise your unit's efforts and achievements in tackling issues connected to valuing the UK countryside and protecting your local environment. One Planet Local certificate (PDF 129KB)