Environment
Steps we are taking to help the environment
We are committed to constantly improving and implementing changes to lessen our impact on the environment.
We want to care for and preserve the eco-systems around us and we’ve created a comprehensive environmental policy and a list of commitments in order to do this.
All rivers lead to the ocean and we share responsibility to protect and enhance the biodiversity on land and in the Thames. We need to ensure we are not adding to the environmental crisis, but be part of the solution.
Steps we are taking to help the environment
Our plan is to:
PREVENT
Preventing harmful waste from entering the Thames
REMOVE
Regularly cleaning up our marina & stretch of the river
RECYCLE
A waste management system to limit landfill
CARETAKE
Looking after our land & water environments
Carbon Neutral Pledge
Carbon Neutral Pledge
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 have Net-Zero emissions by 2050. Our progress will be updated annually so you can follow how we’re doing, and how far we have to go! https://businessclimatehub.org/uk/
Waste management
Waste management
To enable our marina to remain picturesque and to conserve the eco-systems around us, we are aiming to recycle and reuse as much as possible to stop using landfill. That means various types of refuse disposal containers, from paper, plastic and glass recycling, to waste oil, fuel filter disposal, elsan disposal and antifoul tins and paint. All available for mooring holders to use as well.
ECO Friendly products
ECO Friendly products
Wherever possible, we’ve moved away from any products that are not environmentally friendly. We’ve done extensive testing of biodegradable and non-toxic cleaning products on the market to pick the best we can for your boat. We’re also looking into alternatives to anti-foul paints – such as ultrasonic systems – and look forward to bringing those solutions to market. We’re now stocking recycled plastic docklines from Marlow Ropes too, so if you’re looking to update your lines, give us a call.
EV chargers & bike storage
EV chargers & bike storage
Electric cars are fast becoming common place, but charging points still seem few and far between. We’ve already installed electric car chargers in our marina and are planning an expansion of them to help the charging network for our mooring holders and visitors and to encourage use of electric cars.
Social events
Social events
We’ve done some wonderful river clean ups in the past, and are often working with individuals and organisations from the wider community to encourage people to join in clean up events along the Thames. Join us on one of our upcoming community clean up days to help be part of the change!
RIVER CLEAN-UP IS JUST PART OF OUR VISION FOR A SUSTAINABLE PRESENT AND FUTURE
4th October 2021
RIVER CLEAN-UP IS JUST PART OF OUR VISION FOR A SUSTAINABLE PRESENT AND FUTURE
Relationships
Environmental guides
Easy how-to guides for being an eco-conscious boater. The Green Blue promote responsible boating with a focus on how to maintain, equip and operate your boat in a planet friendly manner. You can download these Green Guiders below…
Wildlife Guide for Boaters
The UK has an amazing array of marine wildlife, and as a recreational boater you may come across some extraordinary and charismatic creatures from seabirds, whales, dolphins and seals to sharks and turtles.
Guide to Inland Boating
To help you think and act in a more environmentally conscious way, The Green Blue has designed this simple guide packed with advice and tips.
Guide to Coastal Boating
This guide is for everyone who enjoys getting out on the water, or whose livelihood depends on boats and watersports. By working towards an environmentally sustainable boating community, we can save money, avoid red tape and safeguard the waters and habitats we enjoy for the future.
Guide to Anchoring/Mooring
The Royal Yachting Association has partnered with Natural England along with others including the Marine Conservation Society, Ocean Conservation Trust and Plymouth City Council, as part of a four year EU LIFE funded project known as the LIFE Recreation ReMEDIES Project. ReMEDIES stands for Reducing and Mitigating Erosion and Disturbance Impacts affEcting the Seabed.
Guide to Holding Tank Installation
Having a holding tank on your boat enables you and your crew to enjoy your time on the water knowing that you are comfortable, responsible and compliant with relevant, local legislation. If you are thinking of installing a holding tank, our guide will answer some common questions, whether you choose to self-install or find a company to do it for you.
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Val Wyatt becomes first UK marina to achieve leading environmental award
A marina in Wargrave has become the first in the UK to receive a special award for its commitment to removing single-use plastic from its site. Val Wyatt Marine, located on Willow Lane, earned a Bronze Certification Award, as part of the Single-Use Plastic Free Accreditation, for measures it has taken to help preserve the local environment.
River clean-up is just part of our vision for a sustainable present and future
Sustainability plays a prominent role in our overall company values. We have recently committed to halving our greenhouse gas emissions before 2030 and achieving net zero emissions before 2050, whilst promising to disclose our progress on an annual basis.
The ultimate guide to mooring your boat
When purchasing your first boat, it is important to consider what you are going to do with your vessel when it is not in use. This might include during the working week, or perhaps when you’re away from your boat or resting overnight during a boating holiday. Here is Val Wyatt Marine’s ultimate guide to mooring your boat.