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‘hitchers’ in Bristol to travel more safely – in a bid to save the Rainforest. Barry Cash, from Bishopston,
Duo drive a safe travel agenda A
pair of 65-year-olds have launched a service to allow drivers and
and Chris Herbert, from Stoke Bishop, used their savings to create Green Thumb Travel to cut carbon emissions, while also raising money for charities to protect the Rainforest. The duo, who
met while working as financial advisers, hope the service will also cut traffic in the city. Barry, who has stood for
‘We want to do our bit to
Size of Wales, Orangutan Land Trust and Rainforest Saver Foundation. Chris, who was a partner in the renowned family run Joe’s Bakery, said: “The environment is something we both feel passionately about and we want to combat climate change. We want to do our bit to help preserve the planet for future generations.” Drivers can sign up
help preserve the planet for future
generations’
local council and campaigned on green issues, said: “Climate change is real and we need to act now. We believe this initiative will help significantly reduce fuel emissions and improve Bristol’s transport system.” Those accepting a lift will use a smartphone app to record the vehicle registration and their destination. The fee is £5, of which £1 will go towards three charities:
to receive offers, such as discounted car maintenance. Tiiu-Imbi Miller of
the Rainforest Foundation said: “We are delighted Green Travel Thumb is
supporting our cause to help
save the Rainforest for current and future generations. “All donations go to enabling
some of the world’s poorest farmers, who are currently burning the forest so as to be able to feed their families, to adopt our new, sustainable farming. “This allows them to cultivate the
same plot year on year without burning more forest and get a better harvest too. It’s a win-win for all.”
Above: Enya Andrews using the Green Thumb app to get a lift. Left: Barry Cash and Chris Herbert
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