About Us
Overview:
- The Lighthouse is an education center dedicated to restoring nature and combating the climate crisis.
- Our mission is to educate and empower everyone to take part in sustainable practices.
- We believe that by starting at home, we can make a significant impact on the environment and inspire others to join us.
- Located in Enschede, the Netherlands, we aim to bring the local community together in our efforts to protect our planet.
What sets us apart:
- Expert Educators: Our team of passionate and knowledgeable educators is dedicated to delivering engaging and impactful environmental education programs.
- Hands-on Learning: We provide interactive workshops, field trips, and practical activities to foster a deep understanding of sustainability.
- Community Engagement: The Lighthouse actively collaborates with local schools, organizations, and businesses to create a network of support and inspire collective action.
- Holistic Approach: We believe that sustainable living encompasses more than just environmental practices. We also emphasize social responsibility and economic sustainability.
Our Programs and Services:
- Environmental Workshops: Engaging workshops on topics such as renewable energy, waste reduction, and sustainable gardening.
- Nature Restoration Projects: Collaborative initiatives to restore local ecosystems, including tree planting, wildlife conservation, and clean-up campaigns.
- Community Events: Fun and educational events that bring people together to learn, share ideas, and take action for a greener future.
- The Lighthouse offers examples of sustainable gardens in various sizes:
- Small Balcony Garden: Perfect for apartment dwellers, attracts birds and pollinators.
- Average Sized Garden: Ideal for homeowners and renters, incorporates a mix of plants, trees, and small animals, like quail and guinea pigs.
- Large Field or Extra Large Field: Allows for the inclusion of animals like horses, sheep, ducks, as well as abundant vegetation.
Animals and Plants: The Lighthouse believes in the symbiotic relationship between animals and plants.
- Manure from animals feeds the plants, while the plants provide food for the animals.
- Balcony gardens also provide a habitat for birds and pollinators.
- Combating Land Degradation: The Lighthouse encourages responsible land management.
- Avoiding overgrazing by implementing rotational grazing methods and track systems.
- Maintaining a balance between animals and vegetation to prevent mud pits and promote healthy ecosystems.
Remember, sustainable practices benefit both nature and our communities! 🌱🌿🐦