Renfrewshire Green Map Project

RET is pleased to announce that it is starting a Green Map project which will result in a new online resource called the 'Renfrewshire Green Map' as well as a brochure to act as a guide to the resource which will be made publically available throughout the community.

What is a Green Map

Green Maps are locally created environmentally themed maps which use a universal symbol set and mapmaking resources provided by the non-profit Green Map System. An online Green Map plots the locations of a community's natural, cultural and sustainable resources such as recycling centers, heritage sites, community gardens, toxic waste sites and socially conscious businesses.

Aim of the Green Map Resource

The purpose of the green map will be to act as a community resource plotting the location and contact information of Renfrewshire's natural, cultural and sustainable resources. The Green Map project will also provide a mechanism for environmental project community collaboration, information sharing and also provide links to extra community resources such as websites and downloadable material. The green Map will be delivered via the Internet in the form of a website showing a map of Renfrewshire, with zoom and move around control, and with themed icons plotting the location of Renfrewshire's natural, cultural and sustainable resources. When clicked the icons bring up information boxes explaining the resource/item and showing appropriate basic information as well as any links to further information and resources.

Project Proposal Document

You can download the current RET Green Map proposal document here, (Word 97-200 format), (PDF format).

You can view a prototype of the green map at www.renfrewshiregreenmap.retrust.org.uk