We have a Green Policy that follows the 10 principles of a sustainable environment as stated by Durham County Council.
- Efficient use of energy – we use low energy light bulbs where we can and make sure all our electrical equipment is properly switched off at the end of the day.
- Reduction of transport impacts – we welcome visitors coming here by public transport or cycles and provide a bike stand for this. Some of our staff car share or cycle to work.
- Reduction of water use – all our water at Killhope comes from a private spring and we make sure that none of our taps drip and that we have no leaks.
- Minimisation of waste – we try to recycle where we can.
- Reduction in paper consumption – we all use computers and print and photocopy on both sides of the paper.
- Sustainable construction and land management – we look after the local wildlife in our woods.
- Resource efficient IT – we turn off all our computers and only print when we need to.
- Sustainable purchasing policy – we use lots of local suppliers for the shop to help with local jobs.
- Raising awareness – all Killhope staff care about the environment and keep up to date by reading our Green Newsletter.
- Measuring Progress – Durham County Council come and measure how much energy we use and tell us how well we are doing.