Wednesday, October 10th, 2007
These ‘switch everything off’ spells are growing around the globe, as one way of trying to make a momentary dent in the immense inertia of our carbon-hungry existance. This halloween, at sunset, why not join others across Britain in enjoying a spell of candlelight, or just dusk. For more information visit Blackout Britain
Tuesday, September 18th, 2007
A new grassroots movement in Bristol will make Tuesdays the day when we start trying out what life will be like with less carbon. The campaign launches in October. Visit the Chooseday website and sign up as an individual or an organisation.
Tuesday, September 18th, 2007
Local residents in Westbury have organised a Local Produce Market. This will be on the fourth Saturday of each month, Read more…»
Friday, September 14th, 2007
This December there will be public voting to decide whether a fantastic Sustrans project gets Lottery funding. It will be publicised Read more…»
Tuesday, August 7th, 2007
If you’ve ever been involved at the High Court you’ll know that once a judgement is read out, journalists listen to the first few minutes then run out – missing most of the substance Read more…»
Saturday, August 4th, 2007
Transition City Bristol is organising a photography competition, entries can be anything that celebrates sustainability and the people practising it. The deadline for entries is 17 August (not 10 aug as originally stated). There will be separate winners for under 10s, 11 to 15s, 16 to 18s, and 19 plus. More info here
Saturday, August 4th, 2007
Those of you who use the train from Clifton Down or Redland will know just how valuable this service is, and will be Read more…»
Thursday, August 2nd, 2007
The owners of Heathrow airport are presenting their case for taking out an injunction against peaceful protesters concerned over damage caused by airport expansion. You can read a brief profile of the four supposedly dangerous leaders in this article, and it turns out that the Judge herself is a member of three of the groups named in BAA’s injunction.
Friday, July 27th, 2007
People who care about guardianship of the planet have been concerned for some time about legal tactics used by large corporations to intimidate Read more…»
Thursday, July 26th, 2007
Whether you live on a flood plain or not, it is worth thinking about whether flooding could affect your home or business. Redland is on a hill and nowhere near the river, but recent rains have overwhelmed our Victorian drains, resulting in sewage flooding in to some basements with drastic consequences. The Environment Agency has clear, practical instructions on how to be prepared for flooding so that damage is minimal. It’s worth remembering also that part of the reason for drains being overwhelmed is Read more…»