JOIN THE GREEN REVOLUTION
IN URBAN FOOD WASTE MANGEMENT
LEAP is a cross-sector partnership developing micro anaerobic digestion (AD) to:
- Turn food waste into clean renewable energy and fertiliser
- Reduce carbon and methane emissions, air pollution and waste disposal costs
- Create green jobs and training opportunities for local people
- And support local food growing and urban greening projects
Our pilot system is up and running at Camley Street Natural Park near Kings Cross. Contact us to find out more, book a guided tour or enquire about educational workshops. Or simply drop by to have a look, the Park is open 10-4 Mondays to Fridays as well as Sundays. You can also sign up to receive updates and details on when to visit when its up and running.
THE PROJECT

Today, 18 million tonnes of the UK’s edible food ends up in landfill. Valued at £23 billion and rising, this is costly and bad for the environment... Read More >
VOLUNTEERING

The project is moving fast and we sometimes need volunteers in a range of areas including: infrastructure construction, social media, educational... Read More >
OUR PILOT SYSTEM

You'll find our pilot system overlooking the canal at Camley Street Natural Park, 12 Camley Street, N1C 4PW. Seven minutes walk from Kings Cross... Read More >
ANAEROBIC DIGESTION

During decomposition, organic wastes (food, manure, non-woody green waste etc.) emit CO2 and methane. Methane is a greenhouse gas 20-30 times more... Read More >
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Over the next 3 years, we aim to move steadily towards economic sustainability by establishing a social enterprise that generates income... Read More >
BENEFITS

Managing food waste locally helps reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions associated with 'waste miles', and generates onsite, clean renewable... Read More >
LEAP BLOG
Build your own DIY solar panel!
18/04/2018
Learn practical skills and take home your own solar phone charger
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Celebrate Sustainability This Thursday!
24/08/2016
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19/08/2016
Thursday 25th August - 1-5pm
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Free aerobic/anaerobic composting workshop
20/07/2016
11am - 1pm Saturday 23rd July at Camley Street Natural Park, Kings Cross, London N1C 4PW
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Hydroponics and permaculture workshop
15/06/2016
Learn how to build your own hydroponics system
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