A lighthearted way to highlight a very important issue
Bananacam goes live on Yr Wyddfa! - Snowdonia National Park Authority
The National Park Authority is excited to announce the launch of Bananacam! As part of the Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa Project this initiative is aimed at shedding light on how long organic waste takes to decompose at high altitudes in the open air.
The primary goal is to raise awareness about the environmental impact of organic waste and emphasise that it should be treated as litter, promoting responsible waste management practices. This project has been influenced by local mountain leader Mike Raine who has been conducting similar organic waste experiments in the outdoors.
The Bananacam project involves a specially designed camera at Yr Wyddfa’s summit capturing the entire journey of a discarded banana peel in real-time. This visually engaging experiment will demonstrate how long organic waste takes to break down when exposed to the open air and the unique conditions found at altitude on Yr Wyddfa.
Alec Young the Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa Officer said: “Organic waste, such as fruit peel, is often disregarded as harmless and left behind in natural settings. However, it is important to recognise that organic waste constitutes litter, which can have negative implications for both the environment and wildlife. Bananacam serves as a reminder that litter, regardless of its organic origin, can have long-lasting effects on the fragile ecosystems of our landscapes as well as being an eye sore.”
Find out more about the Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa Project from Alec in this article he wrote for CJS at the end of 2022 here
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Posted On: 24/07/2023