At a time when general awareness of environmental issues increases and we recognise the need for change, Travel South Yorkshire brought you the Carbon Quids scheme.
What is the scheme about?
The launch of the Carbon Quids scheme allowed the people of South Yorkshire to do their bit for the environment through sustainable methods of travel, whilst earning points towards a range of exciting gifts.
As part of European Mobility Week, here in South Yorkshire the launch of Carbon Quids scheme was an exciting initiative aimed at encouraging the use of alternative methods of travel throughout the region as we look to safeguard our health and future.
Through this, we aimed to increase awareness of what is at stake should we continue to travel in unsustainable ways, and show our region in a brighter light through reduced motorised traffic within our county.
An award winning scheme
Carbon Quids recently won a National Travelwise Award for Best Travel Awareness Event at the award ceremony held in Belfast earlier this month. Read more in the recent news release.
Care4Air Awards
Do you know of a business that deserves to win a Care4Air Award for helping the environment in some way? Why not download the Care4Air Awards Form (PDF, 610Kb) to enter?
Working in partnership
The Carbon Quids scheme is supported by a partnership comprised of organisations from across South Yorkshire including the district councils, transport operators, local employers, Primary Care Trusts, universities, colleges and schools, as well as the many local businesses who donated a wealth of prizes including:
- JE James Cycles
- Hallam FM Arena
- Greggs the bakers
- Oakbrook Deli
- Whizzgo
- Barnsley Metrodome
- Edlington Sports Centre
- Fitness First
- Betty's Boarding House
- Faith
- Midland Mainline.
This partnership was put together by South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive (SYPTE) and the South Yorkshire Local Transport Plan Partnership, who together are looking to redefine the way we travel in South Yorkshire to improve both our community and climate.
Maybe next time?
Whether you are an individual, a business, a school, or a college – it is all about making a difference. So, although you cannot currently collect your Carbon Quids, do remember to check back for future chances to collect them.