TCW supports new book showcasing Bristol’s green credentials Out next month is a guidebook which explores the good living and green activities happening here in Bristol, painting a picture of a city passionate about sustainable living. Bristol – A guide to good living maps the city along new lines in eight sections that feature tours, case studies, directory listings and a pull-out illustrated map. Its 224 pages take the reader on a journey through vibrant neighbourhoods and micro-communities, each one overflowing with green ideas and enterprise Publisher Alastair Sawday says, “The guide is intended to help others share the genuine pleasures of sustainable living by joining projects or getting involved in events. Community orchards, holistic health centres, micro-energy production, waste and recycling initiatives are just some of the things already happening – and not in a niche kind of way. Now it’s all mainstream. We’re at an exciting crossroads. We can all be part of Bristol’s change.” The guide includes insights into the work of many people and projects that have helped to build Bristol’s ‘eco’ credentials, some with an international reputation, such as the Soil Association and Sustrans. Bristol was the UK’s only entry to the 2009 European Green Capital City competition and was the country’s first cycling city. Peter Madden, Chief Executive of independent sustainability experts Forum for the Future, who wrote the afterword to the book says, “Bristol is home to some of the most exciting and fun environmental initiatives in the world, and is increasingly getting an international reputation for sustainability. This guide will show both residents and visitors why Bristol is such as great place to live, work and play.” Bristol – A guide to good living, is a joint venture between Alastair Sawday Publishing and the Bristol Green Capital Momentum Group. The Converging World is among the guide’s direct supporters. It is available from 18th November in Bristol book shops and retail outlets, priced £9.99. For more information visit www.goodliving.org.ukWatch this space for a reader offer in early November. For more information please contact Hilda Tait, Media Officer on 0117 979 3610 or 07583315846 or email [email protected]