Concerned about the climate? What can we do in our homes and in our community? Come along for information and advice from a variety of local and regional organisations.

Various events nationwide, regionally (London and Oxford) and locally, linked to the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference beginning November 1st in Glasgow. Also see Home page for a related action you can take as an an individual.

Climate Matters: a mini conference with speakers, and a chance to ask your questions.

• Robin Russell-Jones – Expert on climate change and air pollution

• Ed Gemmell – Independent Bucks Councillor for Hazlemere

• A group of young people from Buckinghamshire

• Question and Answer session with the speakers

• Local environmental groups will be present to talk about their work

Refreshments provided, free event.

Non party political, organised by Aylesbury Vale Green Party; more information at https://aylesburyvale.greenparty.org.uk/events

Come along for tea and a chat to discuss the impacts of Climate Change that most concern you and then get started on creating your very own textile panel  stmaryswendover.org

In celebration of Great Big Green Week, come and meet volunteers from Climate Action Wendover at our free to attend community event. Learn about our Autumn plans to tackle climate change and find out how you can get involved. There will be a series of talks from 7pm – 8pm and drinks available to purchase from Chiltern Brewery.

Register at https://www.climateactionwendover.org/events/community-evening

Carbon Footprinting - What? Why? How? A free zoom talk.

Edward Packshaw explains what a carbon footprint is, why it is important and how we can reduce our own.

Do come along and join us for this free event. Edward is an experienced sustainability consultant with specialised knowledge in the area of Carbon Footprinting.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86940602030

Climate Action Wendover is partnering with Solar Streets with the aim of launching a solar project in Wendover and surrounding parishes. To learn about this project join us on Zoom.

Register on www.solarstreets.co.uk/wendover

The Nature Alliance invites the young people of Buckinghamshire to be part of the Great Big Green Week, and join us at Lindengate for a unique chance to see their stunning 5-acre site, take a photo at our photo booth and upload it to raise awareness of the national campaign, bring clothing and exchange for another item at our clothes exchange, make a placard to add to the climate crisis campaign.  See how you can get involved and make a difference in your area… and much more

Get connected, have a voice and meet The Nature Alliance partners, Chiltern Society, BBOWT, Chiltern Rangers, Road Farm Countryways and Lindengate and help us to protect the natural heritage for future generations.

Bring a picnic and drink with you.

Information: info@thenaturealliance.org.uk; Website: www.naturealliance.org.uk

Climate Action Wendover will reveal just how much food the average British household wastes in a year with a visual display. Come and visit us to learn more on how you can take action to reduce your Carbon footprint.

Climate Action Now Risborough, CanR - is at Risborough’s farmers market – come and join us on our stall, we have surveys, my bit/your bit where individuals write what they are doing for the climate and challenge our governments to do their bit – filmed and or written.

Hugh from The Repair Service in Princes Risborough will be bringing his team of repairers to see if they can bring new life to your home items you thought were beyond repair. Meet the team and watch simple repair techniques you could apply yourself.

More information at https://www.speenfestival.org/event-details/repair-barn

Hugh from The Repair Service in Princes Risborough will be discussing a range of topics including the importance of repair as an aspect of the circular economy, barriers to repair, and how to make repair a mainstream activity in modern British life.

Free event, but numbers limited - book via www.speenfestival.org/event-details/dont-dump-it-repair-it

Four experts will talk you through the ins and outs of solar PV, heat pumps and energy efficiency for the home, as well as provide you with a glimpse of a possible decarbonised future in a community like Speen. 

Local homeowners who have travelled the renewable energy road already will share their experiences, with tips on pitfalls to avoid and why it has been so worth it in the end.

Free event, but please book due limit on numbers, at www.speenfestival.org/event-details/how-to-heat-your-home-not-the-planet