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We are committed to a constant journey of improvement – evolving our business and implementing changes that lessen our environmental impact.
Because all rivers lead to the ocean, we have a responsibility to protect and enhance the biodiversity on land and in the Thames.
By creating a comprehensive environmental policy and caring for and preserving the ecosystems around us, we can ensure that we are a part of the solution, not the problem.
To prevent harmful waste from entering the Thames.
To keep our marina and our stretch of the river clean.
To limit landfill through our waste management system.
To take good care of our land and water environments.
From 2024 we’ve been gifting the planting of 100 trees with each new boat that we sell.
This gesture is part of our work to take positive action to make a meaningful impact on our environment, both now and in the future.
We do this through our partners at Switch2Zero, who we’re also working with to reduce our carbon impact as part of our Net Zero pledge.
You can learn more about the tree planting projects by following this link Reforestation, Plastic Removal & Carbon Offset Projects (switch2zero.com)
We’ve committed to the UK Government and UN-backed SME Climate Hub initiatives to cut our carbon emissions in half by 2030, and to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Our progress will be updated annually so you can see our development first-hand.
We aim to recycle and reuse wherever possible, reducing the amount of materials and waste going to landfill. We use disposal stations for solid rubbish as well as paint, oil and chemical waste, and these are readily available to mooring holders.
We strive to move away from products that are not environmentally friendly. Through extensive testing, we know the best biodegradable and non-toxic products for boats. We have also replaced antifoul paints with ultrasonic systems and use recycled plastic dock lines.
As electric vehicles become more prevalent, we’ve installed EV chargers in our marina and are planning to expand our charging network as demand increases. We encourage the use of EV chargers amongst visitors and mooring holders.
We’ve already held community clean-up events working with locals, organisations and the wider community to encourage regular clean-ups along the River Thames. Join us on one of our upcoming community clean-up days!
You can read our full environmental policy and the commitments we are making here (pdf)
Working with our partners to ensure the best environmental practises and plans. British Marine, Green Blue, The Final Straw (Bronze accreditation), UN Climate Hub, Environment Agency.
Below you will find some easy-to-follow guides on how to be an eco-conscious boater. Produced by The Green Blue to promote responsible boating, they focus on how to maintain, equip and operate your boat in a planet-friendly manner.
“James, Suzanne and Richard could not have been more helpful, not only with help selecting the right boat for us but also the process of winterising, storage, licence, moorings etc. No question was too much trouble. I would highly recommend Val Wyatt Marine - the team are professional, experienced, informative and patient! A genuinely first class service.”
Clare Donovan
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