Kesgrave High Eco Warriors visit

As part of the Tide Mill’s ongoing Eco-Warriors initiative, designed to enthuse youngsters to take an interest in the environment and promote leadership, a group of year 9s had a tour of the Mill and a Workshop on Wednesday 29 March 2023.

The Mill’s Education Lead, Tassa Deparis is driving the initiative. Tassa says, “We hope the workshops will encourage young eco-warriors in the issues that matter to them. We want the legacy, the location and the active role the Tide Mill plays today to inspire them, but ultimately, we want the young people to have the opportunity to lead and have a voice in their community. We want to foster a long-lasting relationship between the young warriors and the Tide Mill, hoping they feel a space for them there.“

John Carrington, Chair of Trustees adds “Environmental change is one of the most important issues affecting the world. The Tide Mill is in a special geographic location to be able to demonstrate both the changes in the environment via our new weather centre and the power of renewable energy via the mill itself and the new water driven micro generator. Involving schools in our work will visibly demonstrate the changes and the opportunities linked to climate change. It will help understanding by the students involved.