In order to make its work better understood by the public, MERCi has developed the following mission statement.

MERCi believes that the most effective way to involve people in a vision for a sustainable Manchester is to establish a Centre for Sustainable Living in the heart of the city.

MERCi will therefore strive to create a Centre that provides support, stability and advice to organisations and individuals that share this vision of sustainable living and will seek to advance public awareness around sustainability issues.

MERCi will ensure that the Centre for Sustainable Living is a working demonstration of eco-design, refurbishment best practice and sustainable living in an urban environment.

MERCi believes in a local and fair sustainable economy. It will, therefore, promote and provide support for community-based initiatives that create socially and ecologically worthwhile secure employment for local people.