The day begins with refreshments at Devauden, followed by a guided forest tour and an engaging talk on the F W Thorpe Plc Carbon Offsetting Project, led by Andrew Sowerby.
Attendees will then travel to the Three Salmons Hotel in Usk for a buffet lunch and the chance to view a demonstration van.
The afternoon features two informative CPD sessions, including a discussion on the balance between dark skies and environmental impact, and a presentation on Sustainability.
The event concludes with further viewing opportunities and departure mid-afternoon.
10:00am – Arrival at Devauden car park (NP16 6PP) - Note: The location can be difficult to find—please use the What3Words app: opposing.blotches.client
Tea, coffee, and pastries served
10:30am – Guided forest tour and CPD talk
On the F W Thorpe Plc Carbon Offsetting Project & Sustainable Forestry
Led by Andrew Sowerby BSc (Hons), FICFor
**Please wear suitable footwear ie, wellington boots, walking boots or trainers to prevent slips or ankle injuries on the uneven tarmac and grassy surfaces**
11:45am – Depart Devauden and travel to Three Salmons Hotel, Usk (NP15 1RY) - Approx. 7-mile journey
12:00pm – Buffet lunch
Demo van open for viewings
1:00pm – CPD Session
2:00pm – CPD Session
In a world that is talking less about sustainability, but still has the same and growing environmental challenges, is sustainable reporting the same as sustainable action? How do we sensibly report and measure sustainability and use it to make choices in our work?
3:00pm – Departure
Demo van remains available for additional viewings
Thorlux Lighting
Designs for Lighting