Children using butterfly nets in meadow, RSPB nature reserve at Lochwinnoch

Green living

The state of our waters has a massive impact on birds and wildlife relying on wetlands and coasts. The waste we produce, and the energy we use affects the environment.

The state of our waters has a massive impact on birds and wildlife relying on wetlands and coasts. The waste we produce, and the energy we use affects the environment.

In this section

Why save energy?

Carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has increased by more than a third since pre-industrial times.

Solar or photovoltaic panels and inverters being installed at Old Hall Marshes RSPB reserve by Ethical Power and Liberty Energy, Essex

Why save water?

If human society takes dramatic action to curb climate change, we can stop the worst environmental damage.

Moon rising over lake at dawn, Lake Vyrnwy RSPB reserve

Why tackle waste?

The waste problem in the UK is largely unseen – out of sight, out of mind in landfills.

Green living at home

Find out little changes you can make to your lifestyle that can make a real difference to wildlife and the environment.

Solar or photovoltaic panels and inverters being installed at Old Hall Marshes RSPB reserve by Ethical Power and Liberty Energy, Essex

Eco garden tips

Changes you make to your habits in the garden can help protect our environment.

Ways to go green at work

There are dozens of little changes you can make to your lifestyle at work that will make a real difference.

Travel green with an eco holiday

There are ways to travel and enjoy breaks both abroad and in the UK whilst being mindful about your carbon footprint.

Cirl Bunting protection site, RSPB Labrador Bay nature reserve, Devon

Green living at the RSPB

Find out what we're doing in our offices, visitor centres and nature reserves to reduce, reuse and recycle.

The main house at the Lodge RSPB reserve, UK headquaters of the RSPB, Sandy, Bedfordshire

Reduced your footprint? Protect more forests

We all have a footprint, however small. Take more action and buy carbon credits from the RSPB-supported Gola Forest Project. As well as helping secure the future of Gola Rainforest in the fight against climate change, your purchase will help protect wildlife and support the livelihoods of 25,000 people around the forest. Visit gola.standfortrees.net