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Yahoo
12-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Events across Cumbria for Great Big Green Week 2025
Cumberland Council has announced its support for the Great Big Green Week, described as the UK's biggest celebration of community action on climate and nature. The nationwide campaign, taking place this week, from Saturday June 7 to Sunday, June 15, aims to bring together individuals, community groups and organisations to take part in activities related to environmental awareness and sustainability. The 2025 theme, "Let's swap together for good," encourages everyday swaps to contribute to a more sustainable future. The Food Cumberland Partnership has provided grants of up to £200 for groups within the Cumberland Council area to host events as part of the Big Local Lunch 2025, celebrated nationally over the weekend of June 7 and June 8. This initiative aims to bring communities together to celebrate food grown in the area, encourage healthy eating, and demonstrate ways to reduce food waste and avoid single-use plastics. Cumberland councillor Bob Kelly, executive member for Cumberland environment and planning, said: "Great Big Green Week offers an ideal moment to reflect on how our everyday choices impact the environment and what positive changes we can make. "Swapping together—whether it's sharing skills, resources, or knowledge—helps build stronger communities and supports climate-friendly living. "There are a fantastic range of activities taking place across Cumberland, and I encourage everyone to join in. "Together, we can make real progress in reducing our environmental footprint." Zero Carbon Cumbria has compiled a list of events happening across the region for the Great Big Green Week. Community members are encouraged to find an event near them by visiting the Zero Carbon Cumbria website at
Western Telegraph
08-06-2025
- General
- Western Telegraph
Great Big Green Week 2025 event gets underway in Tenby
The event, which started yesterday (Saturday June 7), is all about 'swapping together for good', said the town's community engagement officer, Anne Draper. 'We can all make small swaps, large swaps and swaps that change the system, to make our communities better," she said. 'By coming together, we'll also send a message loud and clear to our politicians and decision-makers that we need to swap old ways for better ways now.' For more information, contact Anne on annedraper@ or see the Tenby Town Council official Facebook page. The week kicks off with a Bring your own Picnic Big Lunch at Tenby Community Edible Garden in Sutton Street. The garden willl be the venue for the first event of the week. (Image: Tenby Edible Community Garden) Between noon and 2pm, people can go along with some food to share or just for themselves to enjoy. This will be followed by a plant swap and some nature discovery activities, and everyone is welcome. On Monday June 9, Tenby Community Forum will be in Augustus Place Hall at 4.30pm, where people can find out about litterpicking opportunities in the town. Saturday June 14 sees a variety of activities. The day gets underway with a Time for Tenby community litter pick, meeting by St Julian's Church at Tenby Harbour at 10am. Tenby Repair Café and Book Swap will be in the Augustus Place Hall from 2pm-4pm. Then in the same venue, between 5pm and 7pm, there will be a screening of a 2009 film, The End of the Line, abut the fishing industry. Everyone is welcome and invited to come early and bring some food to share. The Great Big Green Week's final event is the Tenby Citizen Science Club in the Augustus Place Hall from 4.30pm-5.30pm. Once again, all are welcome for this chance to find out about citizen science and the different projects that people can become involved in.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pembrokeshire town to go green with special eco-friendly event
Tenby is going green in the days ahead as it plays its part in the national Great Big Green Week. The event, which started yesterday (Saturday June 7), is all about 'swapping together for good', said the town's community engagement officer, Anne Draper. 'We can all make small swaps, large swaps and swaps that change the system, to make our communities better," she said. 'By coming together, we'll also send a message loud and clear to our politicians and decision-makers that we need to swap old ways for better ways now.' For more information, contact Anne on annedraper@ or see the Tenby Town Council official Facebook page. The week kicks off with a Bring your own Picnic Big Lunch at Tenby Community Edible Garden in Sutton Street. The garden willl be the venue for the first event of the week. (Image: Tenby Edible Community Garden) Between noon and 2pm, people can go along with some food to share or just for themselves to enjoy. This will be followed by a plant swap and some nature discovery activities, and everyone is welcome. On Monday June 9, Tenby Community Forum will be in Augustus Place Hall at 4.30pm, where people can find out about litterpicking opportunities in the town. Saturday June 14 sees a variety of activities. The day gets underway with a Time for Tenby community litter pick, meeting by St Julian's Church at Tenby Harbour at 10am. Tenby Repair Café and Book Swap will be in the Augustus Place Hall from 2pm-4pm. Then in the same venue, between 5pm and 7pm, there will be a screening of a 2009 film, The End of the Line, abut the fishing industry. Everyone is welcome and invited to come early and bring some food to share. The Great Big Green Week's final event is the Tenby Citizen Science Club in the Augustus Place Hall from 4.30pm-5.30pm. Once again, all are welcome for this chance to find out about citizen science and the different projects that people can become involved in.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Pembrokeshire town to go green with special eco-friendly event
Tenby is going green in the days ahead as it plays its part in the national Great Big Green Week. The event, which started yesterday (Saturday June 7), is all about 'swapping together for good', said the town's community engagement officer, Anne Draper. 'We can all make small swaps, large swaps and swaps that change the system, to make our communities better," she said. 'By coming together, we'll also send a message loud and clear to our politicians and decision-makers that we need to swap old ways for better ways now.' For more information, contact Anne on annedraper@ or see the Tenby Town Council official Facebook page. The week kicks off with a Bring your own Picnic Big Lunch at Tenby Community Edible Garden in Sutton Street. The garden willl be the venue for the first event of the week. (Image: Tenby Edible Community Garden) Between noon and 2pm, people can go along with some food to share or just for themselves to enjoy. This will be followed by a plant swap and some nature discovery activities, and everyone is welcome. On Monday June 9, Tenby Community Forum will be in Augustus Place Hall at 4.30pm, where people can find out about litterpicking opportunities in the town. Saturday June 14 sees a variety of activities. The day gets underway with a Time for Tenby community litter pick, meeting by St Julian's Church at Tenby Harbour at 10am. Tenby Repair Café and Book Swap will be in the Augustus Place Hall from 2pm-4pm. Then in the same venue, between 5pm and 7pm, there will be a screening of a 2009 film, The End of the Line, abut the fishing industry. Everyone is welcome and invited to come early and bring some food to share. The Great Big Green Week's final event is the Tenby Citizen Science Club in the Augustus Place Hall from 4.30pm-5.30pm. Once again, all are welcome for this chance to find out about citizen science and the different projects that people can become involved in.
Scotsman
06-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Going green saves cash — and most people are already doing it
A new poll released today (Friday 6 June) by The Climate Coalition shows that people across Scotland are quietly embracing green habits — and saving money while they do it. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Far from being limited to so-called eco-warriors, the data shows that everyday climate action is now part of normal life in kitchens, gardens and communities Sctoland-wide. Whether it's using up leftovers or turning down the thermostat, millions are making practical changes that are good for both the planet and the pocket. Money-saving moves More than two-thirds (68%) of people say buying second-hand saves money, while 63% say wasting less food cuts costs. Over half (53%) believe growing your own food saves money, and nearly half (48%) think eating more veg and less meat does the same. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Talking about climate change is no longer taboo: 89% feel comfortable discussing it with family Even driving less — often seen as a challenge — is seen as a long-term money-saver by 33% of respondents. Actions speak louder And it's not just good intentions. Twenty eight percent of people already cut food waste to help the environment, and 22% are actively reducing home energy use. In the past month alone: 34% bought second-hand instead of new 42% made changes to cut home energy use 36% walked or cycled instead of driving Support for community and nature is strong too, with 45% happy to support local nature projects, and 40% willing to volunteer. Climate conversations are common Talking about climate change is no longer taboo: 89% feel comfortable discussing it with family 83% with friends And 45% have done so in the past month Helen Meech, Executive Director of The Climate Coalition, said: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'This isn't fringe behaviour. It's mainstream. People are stepping up and making changes that save money and help the environment. Whether you're young or old, in the Highlands or Islands, the shift is happening.' She added: 'The findings challenge the myth that people are reluctant to act. This is quiet climate leadership – practical, common sense changes that add up.' Pride and positivity Those taking action are more likely to feel hopeful (35%) and proud (9%), and there's widespread admiration for people leading local green projects. Half (49%) describe them as praiseworthy, while 16% say they're heroic. Great Big Green Week kicks off with over 1 million people expected to take part, celebrating community-led climate action from all walks of life — from teachers and libraries to builders and football clubs. Find and event in your area at
