Posted by Admin at 11.09pm on 12 January 2009
In December 2007 six people got together in the town of Forres to discuss climate change. In the year since then, they’ve developed a strong Transition Towns group with a clear programme for achieving energy descent in their community. Oh, and they’ve just been awarded £184,119 from the Climate Challenge Fund to carry out their community projects. Read the rest of In Profile: Transition Town Forres …
Posted by Admin at 10.01pm on 12 January 2009
The Climate Challenge Fund has £27.4 million to help communities across Scotland to tackle climate change. Here, Becky Smith from the fund explains a little more about what it’s about, and talks about some projects that have already benefited. Read the rest of The Climate Challenge Fund: supporting community-led action on climate change …
Posted by Admin at 9.52pm on 12 January 2009
Alyth Climate Action town formed when two people from Alyth were making a banner for the G8 held Gleneagles in 2005. Find out about what they’ve been up to since then, which includes producing what is perhaps the first romantic comedy to be written about climate change! Read the rest of Community Engagement Ideas: Alyth Climate Action Town …
Posted by Admin at 8.46pm on 12 January 2009
A sneak preview of a new movie and a link to a short animation on climate change. Also funding opportunities and support for individuals, groups and communities… Read the rest of Resources: supporting community action …
Posted by Admin at 7.20pm on 12 January 2009
News of upcoming training opportunities from Leith Academy, SEAD, and Trapese… Read the rest of Training: education and skills for strong communities …