Eco centresw is a small sustainability charity currently developing an app that will encourage people to take more action at home and in their community. To help them do this, they need the views of people like you: individuals, groups, and other organisations who want to see more done to protect our planet, locally and nationally. Can you help them by filling out this brief survey and passing it on to other people, groups, or organisations you know who are concerned about or active in some aspect of sustainability or environmental protection? They need input from as many
This report from Size of Wales and WWF Cymru highlights the global nature of present day farming practices by linking deforestation in the Amazon with run-off pollution of the River Wye.
Sustainable Chesham is offering anyone interested in making a difference in their community a subsidised place on a day’s training course, where they can become certified as “Carbon Literate”. During this 8 hour course participants learn how individuals and community groups really can make a difference, as well as gaining an understanding of climate science and how to talk about it with others. Myths are dispelled and the biggest impact solutions discussed. Attendees say that the course increases their confidence in talking to others around the topic and their understanding of the facts and urgency. Others say they knew the science
The Climate Coalition will be holding their Annual Movement Gathering in London on 27th November where they will be celebrating the successes of the past year and looking to build their collective power in the future. It is possible to attend in person or by Zoom. Click here for more details and to book.
Click here to read the October Newsletter from Rural Hub Herefordshire.
Perry Walker, long time supporter of HGN, had the privilege to attend the Nordic Summit of Species last Friday/Saturday in Aarhus in Denmark. The website is https://summitofspecies.org/ He points out that is is a long way from Herefordshire, but there were loads of interesting projects and ideas that he thinks would appeal to HGN members so has written a short piece about it for the HGN newsletter. To read his article, click here.
Flight Free UK set up a petition earlier this year in response to the recent approval of Luton, Gatwick and Heathrow airport expansions. They are asking Parliament to listen to the advice of the Climate Change Committee and not to expand airports. Airport expansion is bad for people living near to airports because of an increase in noise and air pollution, and will also result in rising emissions, at a time when everyone should be doing all they can to reduce emissions. They need to reach 10,000 signatures by 24th September in order for the petition to be
Click here to download and read a booklet by Barry Cooper. He posits that the UK’s growth-based economy may be reaching its limits. The booklet, Beyond Growth, outlines what could happen next. It is not political and makes no proposals — it simply explains the natural shifts likely to come as the industrial economy unravels.
PTES, RSPB, National Trust, Rewilding Britain, Marine Conservation Society and many others are joining forces for the first-ever Wild Summit, a full day dedicated to celebrating UK nature and building the collective momentum needed to restore it. There will be inspiring speakers, expert panels, interactive workshops, and meaningful conversations. The summit is designed to showcase the incredible work already happening and highlight the vital role every sector must play in helping the UK restore wildlife and protect 30% of land and sea by 2030. It is taking place at the Bristol Beacon on 11th September 2025. It is also possible
Click here to download and read a booklet by Barry Cooper. He posits that the UK’s growth-based economy may be reaching its limits. The booklet, Beyond Growth, outlines what could happen next. It is not political and makes no proposals — it simply explains the natural shifts likely to come as the industrial economy unravels.
