Green Tourism and the C&MC

mickysf replied on 23/10/2023 21:38

Posted on 23/10/2023 21:38

Brilliant to see the club fully committed to this very worthy initiative. Habitat creation, wildlife enhancement and of course a continued commitment to No Mow May along with all those other associated aspects vital to each and every one of us. So much more understanding of the natural world is now apparent and the part sites can play in it too. Well done to all sites who have gained those accolades be they gold or otherwise. Keep up the good work and keep the good work ‘growing’!  
https://www.green-.com/blog/green-story-CAMC

Cornersteady replied on 01/11/2023 10:21

Posted on 01/11/2023 09:52 by Fisherman

Does tourism and dragging a fuel guzzling caravan  and being green compare?

Posted on 01/11/2023 10:21

To be be pedantic caravans don't use fuelwink

But the sentiment applies equally to a touring with a MH doesn't it? 

 

mickysf replied on 01/11/2023 12:32

Posted on 01/11/2023 09:52 by Fisherman

Does tourism and dragging a fuel guzzling caravan  and being green compare?

Posted on 01/11/2023 12:32

Not really Fish, but we can all do our bit in as many ways as possible to possibly undo, or at least limit the damage caused by ‘us’. You could ask the other extreme question,  ‘why should we have to change any of ‘our’ old ways’? 
So often when confronted with any attempts to apply the Green Agenda those in denial go to the obscure extremes to justify their actions, lack of action or criticise the efforts of those doing their best. 
Every little helps and we can all help in small ways which collectively can have a difference and it is doing. Some may argue not fast enough mind!
I think the CaMC are at least doing their bit here!

Fisherman replied on 01/11/2023 15:22

Posted on 01/11/2023 15:22

I was not castigating Caravans but all types of Vans. Seems very odd to me that those advocating "greening and all eco things" still enjoy driving gas guzzling vehicles. I have given up mine, but only because of old age and no other reason.

mickysf replied on 01/11/2023 15:44

Posted on 01/11/2023 15:22 by Fisherman

I was not castigating Caravans but all types of Vans. Seems very odd to me that those advocating "greening and all eco things" still enjoy driving gas guzzling vehicles. I have given up mine, but only because of old age and no other reason.

Posted on 01/11/2023 15:44

Age is a very good reason to remove old vehicles! Those ICE engines of yesteryear were very environmentally unfriendly. In the last twenty years or so many innovations and regulations have been made to clean up the problem and these eventually will see the end of ICE. It had to be done slowly for all sorts of reasons but it could have been done a little quicker in my opinion. I remember as a child standing at a bus stop in the city surrounded by the smell, taste and visible fumes, it was truly awful. Things have improved greatly and we know further changes are on the way but we mustn’t be complacent or dithery. 
Good to hear C&MC making moves to replace ICE machinery for electric ground equipment.

nelliethehooker replied on 01/11/2023 22:06

Posted on 01/11/2023 15:22 by Fisherman

I was not castigating Caravans but all types of Vans. Seems very odd to me that those advocating "greening and all eco things" still enjoy driving gas guzzling vehicles. I have given up mine, but only because of old age and no other reason.

Posted on 01/11/2023 22:06

Is your car, and or caravan, or your good self that you are referring to there, Fish?undecided

mickysf replied on 02/11/2023 19:26

Posted on 02/11/2023 19:26

Remember the tobacco industry's illogical battle when it was threatened? In similar ways the petrochemical industry fought and kicked against the very idea of climate change and eco innovation.  Had it not been for all those enlightened folk advocating the ‘greening and all things eco’ agenda then much of today’s scientific innovation and product development would never have happened. Today almost 50% of the UK energy production is from alternative technologies. We are miles away from those gas guzzling vehicles of yesteryear. Even more change and development is coming, not fast enough in my opinion mind but I’m sure the tourist industry and ‘caravanning’ can continue to evolve too. It has to!

nelliethehooker replied on 02/11/2023 20:29

Posted on 02/11/2023 16:13 by Fisherman

Do 'nt see why my reply to you nellie upset anyone?

Posted on 02/11/2023 20:29

As I don't know what your reply was, Fish, I have no idea why it was removed. However mine was a genuine question as you didn't make it clear in your op. Do I take it that you have opted out of using a car ( because of its age) or is just that you have packed up caravanning, for the same reason, and that is why you have not renewed you club membership?

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