H&H brings you some of the latest examples of equestrian businesses reacting to demand from consumers and their own aims as they act to reduce waste...
The equestrian industry continues to strive towards being greener with more companies taking eco-friendly measures.
Businesses say reducing single-use plastic and packaging, and using recyclable materials has remained at the forefront as they try to do their bit for the planet with more environmentally friendly options.
During the coronavirus pandemic, Ecotect Ltd has manufactured reusable safety visors, made from at least 90% recycled content, for attaching to riding helmets and baseball caps.
Stable waste created by the hundreds of racehorses based in Newmarket could soon be heating schools and hospitals
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Since joining H&H in 2018, Becky has covered a broad range of equestrian news including welfare matters, veterinary studies, FEI Tribunal hearings and road safety campaigns. She has also interviewed top riders including Scott Brash, John Whitaker and Ian Stark, to name just a few. Becky’s reporting has taken her to Canada for Spruce Meadows and France for Pau five-star, as well as the Royal Highland and Blair Castle International Horse Trials closer to home. She was also a key part of the remote reporting team for the Tokyo Olympics and the Europeans.
