Bournemouth University has become the first ‘Refill Campus’ by pledging to help turn the tide on plastic pollution. 
The new accreditation sees the unveiling of eye-catching artwork on 45 of their water refill points making it easier for students and staff to find a free water refill and reduce their need to buy water in a single-use plastic bottle. 
The commitment to become a ‘Refill Campus’ is one that will see BU take steps to ensure that all of their buildings are single-use plastic free. This comes alongside the returnable cup scheme which has been launched across both campuses. 

Weymouth Climate Hub is planning to host Weymouth’s Great Big Green Week again this year, building on the best bits of last year in St Nic’s Gallery in Weymouth but striving to include more events from other local groups and venues. The week takes place 8th-16th June and there is a theme this year: “Let’s swap together for good” However, they do need your help.  While happy to facilitate access and help publicise events they are looking for individuals and groups to put on events and for volunteers to help make those events happen. Please contact them via their website.

While a small group has been protesting the idea (even though there are no proposals in BCP) and where even the Transport Minister has been happy to spread conspiracy theories, The Guardian reports that the 'quick to protest' French are actually enjoying the benefits of the 15 Minute City approach being championed by the city's Mayor. Contrary to conspiracist claims, this people centred approach is breathing new life into cities across the world. (Picture courtesy academyofurbanism.com)

Calls for a frequent flyer levy are back in the news after the Environmental Audit Authority urged the Government to bring forward a review into introducing a scheme to reduce air travel demand. 
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Campaigners have questioned whether the industry or Government are serious about their ambitions for zero emission flights by 2050, with current reductions in the order of just 2% per year. In our Dorset 2030 report we called on the industry to cut emissions by 10% per year where, if this isn't achieved by new technology, it should be driven by reducing flight numbers.