The Sussex Bay Alliance (SBA) is a developing network made up of businesses, communities and schools working together to drive positive change and help nature, people and the economy thrive.
Join.
Membership is free and open to businesses, schools, community groups, charities and other organisations that are based in, or support, Sussex Bay.
Contact us and tell us a little about your organisation and your interests. Once submitted, we’ll make contact.
How we work.
We bring together businesses, organisations, schools and communities to take practical action for nature, people and the economy. By working together, we help restore our coast, strengthen local communities and create a healthier, more resilient future for Sussex Bay.
We deliver change through:
Community action and collaboration: We connect organisations, businesses and communities to share ideas, build partnerships and support practical projects that make a positive difference.
Supporting nature recovery: We help grow and champion initiatives that restore marine and coastal habitats, improve biodiversity and strengthen the health of Sussex Bay.
Sharing knowledge and impact: We showcase inspiring stories, celebrate success, share learning and encourage more people and organisations to play their part in creating lasting positive change.
Take action: Supporting Nature, People and the Blue Economy
Restoring nature
A healthy Sussex Bay depends on thriving marine and coastal habitats. Organisations can play an important role by supporting local restoration projects, improving biodiversity on their sites, reducing pollution and helping nature recover.
Explore opportunities to support local marine and coastal restoration projects.
Find volunteering opportunities through Sussex Bay.
Learn about the Blueprint for Seascape Recovery.
Support projects that improve biodiversity and water quality.
Reducing your environmental impact.
Every organisation can help reduce its environmental footprint by improving energy efficiency, cutting waste, reducing emissions and making more sustainable purchasing decisions. Small changes across many organisations can make a significant collective difference.
Measure and reduce your carbon footprint.
Improve energy efficiency across your buildings and operations.
Reduce waste, increase reuse and improve recycling.
Choose sustainable suppliers and products where possible.
Supporting communities.
Strong communities are at the heart of Sussex Bay. Businesses, schools and community organisations can work together to improve access to nature, develop new skills, support local volunteering and create opportunities for everyone to get involved.
Encourage staff volunteering.
Partner with local schools and community groups.
Support inclusive projects that connect people with nature.
Help inspire the next generation of environmental leaders.
Growing the Blue Economy.
A thriving natural environment supports jobs, innovation and investment. Sussex Bay works with organisations that want to develop sustainable businesses, create green skills and contribute to a resilient coastal economy.
Explore opportunities within the blue economy.
Support innovation, research and skills development.
Collaborate with organisations across Sussex Bay.
Share your expertise, ideas and success stories with the wider network.
Taking action together.
Positive change happens when organisations work together. By joining the Sussex Bay Alliance, you'll become part of a growing network committed to creating a healthier, more prosperous future for nature, people and the economy across Sussex Bay.