Green practices

1. What are green practices?
Green practices are habits, actions, and decisions aimed at minimising negative impacts on the environment. These practices seek to reduce the consumption of natural resources, decrease waste generation, and promote long-term sustainability.

2. Fundamental principles of green practices
A. Reduction: Minimising the use of resources and energy consumption.
B. Reuse: Giving materials and objects a second life to avoid waste.
C. Recycling: Properly separating and managing waste to ensure it can be processed and reused.
D. Responsibility: Adopting behaviours that reduce our ecological footprint.

3. Green practices in project activity organisation

A. Sustainable mobility:

• Encourage the use of public transport, bicycles, or car-sharing during project activities.
• Prioritise virtual meetings to reduce unnecessary travel.

B. Efficient resource use:

• Reduce paper consumption by opting for digital materials whenever possible.
• Print only when strictly necessary, using recycled paper and eco-friendly ink.
• Turn off electrical devices and lights when not in use.

C. Waste management:

• Provide recycling points at events and activities.
• Avoid single-use plastics, promoting sustainable alternatives like reusable bottles.

D. Sustainable catering:

• Offer local, seasonal, and vegetarian food options during organised events.
• Reduce food waste through proper planning.

4. Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The YIP project aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Integrating green practices into our activities reinforces our commitment to protecting the environment and building a sustainable future.

5. Evaluation and continuous improvement
To ensure the effectiveness of these practices, their implementation will be constantly monitored. Project partners will periodically evaluate the actions undertaken and collect suggestions for improvement from participants.

Conclusion
We invite all participants and users of the website and platform to join this collective effort towards a more sustainable world.

Remember: every small action counts.