Our Trustees
Paul Bellringer OBE
Chairman
I have extensive charitable experience at all levels from being a founder to volunteering. Climate change is the biggest issue facing the world, bar none, and the time to reverse the damage being done to the earth is now.
Sussex Green Living has already proved itself as a pioneering force for the good across West Sussex and, consequently, I am delighted to play a part in the essential work of this important charity.
Karrie Mellor
Trustee
I have always been concerned about climate change and the terrible impact the fast fashion industry has on the planet. In 2012 I set up Bags of Support, a school textile recycling company, and I worked with Sussex Green Living encouraging schools to reduce textile waste and ethically recycle.
As a trustee I am able to work even closer with the aim of us helping to build a fairer and greener future for people and planet.
Jill Shuker
Trustee
When ‘A Silent Spring’ by Rachel Carson (published in 1962) was read to me as a small girl, I have been very aware of the state of the planet and the effects of pesticides on our environment. Consequently I have tried to live more sustainably.
I found a soulmate in Carrie, as we were training to be West Sussex County Council Waste Prevention Advisers in 2012 and launched the Horsham Repair Cafe in 2017.
Liz Thorns
Trustee
I have been volunteering locally in Green initiatives for over 10 years.
I like to be part of the public face of Sussex Green Living, going to events and talking to people. You get a real sense of where people are coming from and how we can support them.
Amy Isted
Trustee
I am passionate about the environment and have dedicated my career to supporting the UK journey to net zero. I am particularly interested in decarbonising our built environment and helping people retrofit their homes and businesses. To me, making our built environment more sustainable just makes sense; retrofitting means a warmer home, with cheaper bills, that uses less energy and I am keen to use my skills to help Sussex Green Living promote this message.
Philippa Charman
Treasurer
As an accountant, previously working in London, I was thrilled to be offered the position of treasurer for Sussex Green living. Here I can use my skills for local benefit. We, the human race have been taking advantage of our planet for years, and we are now paying the price. I think we can all help to turn things around.
Matching my personal commitment, I am happy to be involved with this charity, where we aim to inspire and help people. I still have lots to learn.
Hamish McDermid
Trustee
I have been concerned about our impact on the environment since the 1980s when I became aware of the threats to the planet through the work of the WWF. With 4 children and my first grandchild, concern has now turned to worry, even anxiety, about the future in store for them.
I am delighted to be able to offer my time, experience and skills to a charity that is determined to take positive action.
Sheila Humphreys
Secretary to Board of Trustees
I retired and moved to West Sussex from Kent in January 2020. Whilst working for Bromley Council I became one of their Environmental Champions. This was an issue I felt strongly about and recent global events, campaigns and TV coverage have only increased my concern for our planet.
As the grandparent, I am more aware than ever that we all need to do what we can to preserve the planet for future generations.
I am secretary to the Board of Trustees and also the Refill Shop Lead.
Management Team
Carrie Cort
CEO
I am a passionate and optimistically stubborn environmentalist. In 2012 with worsening global warming and little time to achieve zero emission I decided to act and launched Sussex Green Living.
My idea was to develop a network of people working together to create a more sustainable world, weaving together the problems and solutions.
Marianne Lindfield
Climate Action Engagement Officer
I’m really excited to be joining Sussex Green Living as the Climate Action Engagement Officer. Over the years, I’ve been involved in community-based sustainability initiatives, co-founding The Pod Project and Crawley Wordfest, and working with organisations like the Permaculture Association to support climate action.
With experience in project development, event planning, and digital engagement, along with training in Community Climate Coaching, I’m looking forward to supporting efforts to inspire action and reduce emissions across Sussex.
Morag Warrack
Environmental Educator
Since retiring from teaching, I’ve taken an active role in the community, school environmental education, organising an Eco Film Festival and writing a weekly column for the local newspaper as well as becoming a Neighbourhood Councillor.
The finality of realising that we can no longer support the myth of economic ‘growth’ is now a driving force in my life. Contributing what I can and embracing a life that doesn’t need repairing is my goal!
Wendy Ashton
Repair Cafe Lead
I joined Sussex Green Living in 2021 and help to raise funds through sites such as easyfundraising and the Horsham Lottery. I now help with their social media marketing, writing posts for their Instagram account. I also volunteer at the Sussex Green Hub, where it’s great to work with the rest of the team! I am delighted to be supporting the charity and believe we can all take small steps to help protect our planet.
I discovered a love of countryside walks during lockdown and now walk regularly and enjoy coastal walks too.
Lynn Stevens
Fundraising
I love working with others to create a fairer world. For nearly 20 years, I’ve helped charities raise funds and share their impact. I’m proud to support Sussex Green Living—raising funds for current work and future growth. After 14 years in Sussex, I’m glad to join a movement protecting its environment and inspiring people. I believe no one is too small to make a difference. I love food, so leftover tips and scratch cooking ideas are always welcome!
Joy Carter
Recycling Lead
As a young adult, I travelled extensively. Realizing how fragile our planet is, has spurred me on to be a keen environmental campaigner. For 20 years I worked in a local school where I taught the children about environmental issues and gardening skills. Now my time is spent leading the single-use plastic recycling team and encouraging people to shop more wisely.
As the lead of our recycling team, I’ve been named Chief Womble!
Our Volunteers
We have 135 wonderful volunteers who give us 1,299 combined hours a month. Without volunteers, we couldn’t survive and for that we are forever grateful.
- Recycling volunteers from Horsham and surrounding villages
- Event and Education volunteer
- Community Engagement
- Refill shop
- Repair Cafe
- Sussex Green Hub
- Communications and Social Media
- PLUS at all our volunteers from partner organisations
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