Changing behaviour

Making change permanent

Genuine sustainability will never come solely through legislation and corporate directives. It requires a step-change in behaviour, one that makes conserving resources the default position for residents, communities, consumers and businesses alike.

We will work closely with you to develop campaigns, services and products that will be relevant, adaptable, efficient, and ultimately effective.

We know that awareness alone does not necessarily result in behaviour change, positive or otherwise. Therefore, we offer a range of services that specifically focus on identifying audiences, undertanding their barriers and overcoming them to achieve positive behavioural change. These include:

  • Research services to assess current attitudes and behaviours
  • Communication strategies, campagins and school education services to inform, educate and persuade
  • Technical consultancy services to develop and deliver relevant, accessible services and products
  • Specific and specialist training to upskill front line staff to ensure effective outward communications

Our extensive experience means we know how to target different groups in different circumstances and ensure the very best results. Our cross-discipline working means we will ensure you find the right mix to change attitudes and achieve the behavioural change you are aiming for.

Project Synopses

Teacher training event at Buckfast Abbey

A waste education training day for teachers from primary and secondary schools in Devon, run on behalf of Devon County Council.

Schools' Waste Summit 2010

'Don’t Let Devon Go To Waste’ annual Waste Summit for Year 10 pupils.

Ermington Primary reduces waste and goes green!

Participation in Resource Futures' Waste Education Programme helps a school gain the prestigious Eco-Schools Green Flag award.

News and Events

Community RePaint: A Helping Hand for Hearts and Minds in 2011

In 2011, householders, traders and paint manufacturers donated 343,957 litres of paint to Community RePaint schemes, which then distributed 217,112 litres to community groups and individuals saving 565 tonnes of CO2 – the equivalent of taking 192 cars off our roads - and providing 766 volunteer and training opportunities. The network now has over 65 schemes across the UK and with four new schemes about to start at the beginning of 2012.    

Resource Futures seeks new Non-Executive Chair

Following restructuring during 2011 Resource Futures is now looking to strengthen its Board with a new Non-Executive Chair.  The company is forecasting a three-fold increase in its profit from 2% in the year ended March 2010 to 6% for the year ending March 2012.  The new position will join Chief Executive Officer Jane Stephenson MBE and Operations Director Sam Reeve, bringing independent scrutiny and advice to this successful business at Board level. 

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