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Pedal powered cinema at Occupy & Transition films, 5th and 12th December

tom — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:28:43 +0000

[ December 5, 2011; 6:00 pm; December 12, 2011; 7:30 pm; ]

Two films over two weeks re-launching the Transition film evenings (note different times and venues);
*Please keep an eye out for this monthly regular event starting Jan 2012*

Mon 5th Dec. 6pm : Pedal-powered cinema!! with Occupy Edinburgh and Powerpod…

Car Free Day Bike & Boat Parade!

justin — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 14:34:26 +0000

Here is the report we sent to www.350.org who want to use photos of this and other events happening across the planet today to project onto the UN building in New York and let the powers that be know that …

Getting Scotland Self-building

tom — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 11:47:58 +0000

The Scottish Self-build Forum are hosting a one-day workshop on how to increase the number of people building their own home, on Wednesday 21st September. The day will explore the opportunities for a more accessible self build sector throughout Scotland, to …

Back our Energyshare bid to boost community power

Chris Booth — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:50:49 +0000

A unique partnership between two Edinburgh community groups has been established to develop a community owned wind turbine on the coast between Portobello and Leith.

We would really appreciate it if you, your family, neighbours and friends back our bid …

The UK Green Film Festival, Glasgow, 20-22nd May

tom — Fri, 13 May 2011 18:29:47 +0000

This is a brand new, not-for-profit, festival, taking place at Glasgow Film Theatre showcasing films and filmmakers engaged with environmental and climate change themes. The programme of films and events is designed to appeal to everyone, including families and schools. …

Want to be part of Scotland’s first ever online election debate on climate change?

polly — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:34:08 +0000

Climate Change Election Debate
Wednesday 13th April, 7.30 – 9pm

The Scottish elections are coming up fast. Stop Climate Chaos Scotland is campaigning to keep climate change firmly on the political agenda, and we need your support.

We’d love you to take …

RSE Inquiry Report Facing up to Climate Change: breaking the barriers to a low-carbon Scotland launched

graham — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:27:40 +0000

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“Scotland, with its rich renewable resources, world class research base, experience in the oil and gas industry and leading financial institutions, has much to gain from the move to a low-carbon society. We’re on the verge of a new form

up to £400 towards a new energy efficient boiler!

charlotte — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 12:17:36 +0000

The Energy Saving Scotland boiler scrappage scheme offers owner/occupiers up t0 £400 towards upgrading their inefficient boilers to new energy efficient ones. The scheme opens on Tuesday 1st Feb 12.30pm — no vouchers will be given or applications taken before …

Water and Energy Advice

charlotte — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 13:35:34 +0000

Did you know around 30% of an average heating bill is just for hot water? That’s around £200 a year.

A few simple changes to the way you use your water and energy can help you to cut costs. Your …

Solar Porty Scheme launched!

charlotte — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 15:45:06 +0000

Please see here for more details…