Environmental Policy
Our commitment to reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability in all aspects of club activity.
Redditch Hockey Club recognises its responsibility to minimise environmental impact and promote sustainable practices.
We are committed to responsible use of resources, reducing waste, and encouraging members to make greener choices.
Key principles
- Reduce waste and single-use plastics
- Encourage sustainable travel to fixtures and training
- Manage facilities responsibly (energy, water, recycling)
- Promote reuse of kit and equipment
- Embed sustainability in social events and communications
What we’re doing
Club actions:
- Provide recycling bins at clubhouse and events
- Source sustainable kit suppliers where possible
- Reduce printing and use digital comms instead
- Incorporate sustainability into sponsorship and partnerships
Member actions:
- Car share or use public transport to matches
- Bring reusable bottles and cups
- Donate or recycle kit through club swap schemes
- Support environmental initiatives in the wider hockey community
Focus areas
Promote car sharing, active travel, and public transport links.
Energy-efficient lighting, heating, and water use monitoring.
Encourage re-use, resale, and responsible disposal.
Reduce waste at socials, provide recycling options, use sustainable vendors.
Raise awareness through newsletters, socials, and youth sessions.
