NGO portrait: "Sustainable in Graz" collects tips for conserving resources in Graz
We got to know the "Nachhaltig in Graz" association personally a few years ago at an NGO network meeting in Graz and were already impressed by the association's great commitment back then. The basic idea is to make sustainable living as easy as possible for people living in Graz - NGOJobs.eu has now asked what is behind this ambitious project.
Sustainable living - as simple as possible
NGOJobs.eu: "Nachhaltig in Graz": How would you describe the project and the website in three sentences?
Nachhaltig in Graz: Nachhaltig in Graz is a platform (website + app) that makes sustainable living as easy and attractive as possible. The topic of resource conservation and sharing is also very important to us. That's why there are always projects in this regard, such as our permanent gift store, open bookshelves or clothes swap markets, which we organize or support.
How did NiG come about? What was the brilliant idea, when and why did you start the project?
Despite growing interest in sustainable living, there were still no tips available to the people of Graz in 2017. That's why we founded the website at the beginning of 2017.
A colorful collection throughout Styria
You have lots of exciting reports on numerous topics - book tips as well as sustainable shopping options, Graz initiatives and a comprehensive calendar of events. Which areas are particularly close to your heart? What is your focus in 2020?
We love the colorful mix on our website and find it particularly important so that everyone can find something. But it is particularly important to us that people get involved and not only live sustainably within their own four walls, but also inspire others to do the same. Our events calendar is certainly one of the main attractions on our website for the people of Graz. In 2020, we would like to continue to fill the website intensively (there are still many sustainable options missing), but also to further complete our Styria-wide collection.
What challenges are you currently facing in particular?
Reconciling our ideas, all the many, so important and so necessary tasks with the small number of fellow campaigners and the little money and not losing our strength in the process. Personal and financial support is therefore very welcome!
People who move closer together...
What are your wishes for the still young year 2020?
That the environmental and climate movement becomes even more active and that we people realize what is important and come together again. That business and corporations also see the common good and climate protection as a goal.
NiG described in three words?
Informative. Motivating. Sustainable.
Thank you for the interview!
