Positive actions and solutions for everyday life to make green living and working the norm.

Sussex Green Living is a small charity making a big impact!  Since 2012 we’ve been on a mission to educate, inspire and empower the people of Sussex (and beyond!) to live in greater harmony with the natural world. Tackling the climate crisis requires as many people as possible to act now – and we believe no-one is too small to make a difference.

Our work is creating a wave of change across Sussex by supporting and inspiring people to reduce their environmental impact through shopping more sustainably, reducing waste, recycling single-use plastics and repairing rather than buying new.

We are a CIO – Charity No. 1189569 CIO and registered with the Funding Regulator.

Simple Ways to Protect our Planet and Save Money

Reduce

Reduce your plastic packaging through using your nearest ‘less waste’ or ‘zero waste shops’ and refill services.

Repair

Repair cafe – where volunteers fix mechanical, electrical, toys, bikes and textiles  – repair rather than replace.

Recycle

Learn about recycling through your council household bins, our TerraCycle and supermarket recycling.

Sussex Green Hub

Our monthly Sussex Green Hub event includes repairs, recycling, our less waste eco shop, community fridge, art hub and more.

Repair Cafe

Our once a month Horsham Repair Cafe is part of our Sussex Green Hub – offering electrical, mechanical, toy and textile repairs.

Schools & Colleges

Learn about our inspiring work in schools and colleges – assemblies, workshops, lectures and full day carousel events.

Thriving communities

If you are inspired to take action and want to create a thriving community where you live, take a look at this page.

Volunteer with us

Join our team of volunteers, whether you can spare a few hours a month or more, please get in touch with us.

Fundraise for us

Could you organise a coffee morning, swishing party, sponsored litter pick up, walk or run. Our charity and your planet need you! 

Latest News

New art hub at the Sussex Green Hub

New Art Hub at the Sussex Green Hub

We are excited to announce thanks to a National Lottery Community Fund grant we have launched a new activity at the Sussex Green Hub led by 'Em Makes' read on.... As the weather turns colder, with the first signs of snow, December is fast approaching.  Shops are filled with bright baubles and tinsel and everywhere we go, there are signs that Christmas is coming.  At each shop we are encouraged to buy this, buy that, spend more!!! But if you, like me, would prefer to give something more special, more personal, and know that your gift has been made with something pre-loved, with a story, and possibly by your own hands at our monthly Art Hub at the Sussex Green Hub. Here we provide a creative space where you can connect, create and make a difference by giving new life to something old.  Each last Saturday of the month (with the exception of December) we offer a wide range of resources and inspiration, and you are welcome to come and join us.  All ages are welcome at this free drop-in-event - creativity and self expression know no age limit!  You can join us for one of our workshops, bring ideas to share, or enjoy a cuppa and a cake, sit back and carry on with your own creative work.

Swap, don’t shop: Find fun ways to refresh your festive wardrobe the sustainable way

Christmas is a time of joy but also a time of overspending and overconsumption. But this year could be different, starting with your wardrobe. What if this festive season, you bought nothing new to wear? Before you panic about party season, hear me out. The fashion industry produces 100 billion garments annually, yet we wear items an average of just seven times before discarding them according to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Meanwhile, recycling that glittery party dress isn't the solution we imagine - mixed fabrics are virtually impossible to separate and recycle effectively.