Welcome to the MERCi home page. We are an independent charity (established in 1996) working to turn ideas into action for a more sustainable future - by this, we mean a future that is greener, safer, healthier and more equitable.

You can help to create this future by volunteering with us, holding your meetings and conferences at Bridge 5 Mill, working in partnership with us, renting office space at Bridge 5 Mill, participating in our projects and spreading the news.

This website will give you information about our projects and help and advice on how you can get involved in creating a more sustainable way of life. You can also find out more about MERCi and the journeys that we have already taken by clicking on About Us.

We hope you enjoy our website and welcome any suggestions or feedback on your visit.

Latest News

The sector supports saving energy in 2010

Over 50 people attended The 10% Event: Save energy, Save Money in Droylsden on 19th January – organised by MERCi and Tameside 3rd Sector Coalition (T3SC). They heard speakers, participated in workshops and there was a quiz on energy efficiency. The stalls had plenty of information to take back to the office. Read more

From Consumerism to Sustainability: Free Lecture and Book Launch

How can a culture of consumerism be transformed into a culture of sustainability? How does sustainable thinking become as natural as consumerist thinking currently feels to many of us? Read more