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SUMMARY:Climate Action for All
DESCRIPTION:This online workshop is designed for Fife based community groups and community leaders who are not already engaging their communities on climate action\, but who would like to start. \nWe will discuss the impacts of climate change on Fifers\, the action your communities could take and the benefits of doing so\, and will share examples of what is already happening around Fife. \nIf you are reading this and thinking “climate change…that’s not something we talk about” then you are exactly the person we want to speak to! \nClimate change impacts us all\, so why not come and find out what your community could be doing to take action. \nYou do not have to know anything about climate change to take part. These workshops are not about knowing the answers\, but rather about getting a conversation going\, discovering answers and working together to make Fife a greener and fairer place to live. \nBooking Information\nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited. \nThe workshop is taking place online. We’ll send out a joining Zoom link the day before the event. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email craig@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \nAccessibility\nIf you have any accessibility questions please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-action-for-all/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community
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SUMMARY:Climate Friendly Gardening
DESCRIPTION:This workshop on biodiversity\, growing and sustainability will be led by Dr Liz Lakin\, a senior lecturer at the University of Dundee and the Academic Lead for the Living Lab at Dundee Botanic Garden. \nClimate change is already having an impact on our gardens and growing spaces. With a few changes\, your garden could become a well-balanced ecosystem and contribute to saving the planet. \nDuring this workshop we’ll be exploring what makes a garden an effective growing environment\, the role biodiversity has in this\, and the need to plant for sustainability. \nThrough a series of hands-on activities\, discussions and creative exploration we’ll share some practical ideas to help your own garden thrive. \nAbout our tutor\, Dr Liz Lakin: Trained originally as a school biology teacher\, Liz continues her teaching and research in biology and environmental science at Dundee. She has a keen interest in all things to do with plants. \nBooking info\nThe event is free but booking is required. \nIf you are having trouble booking you can call 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk for assistance. \nAccessibility\nThere is unmarked parking on site. Please note the terrain is mostly flat and the paths are gravel. Venue is outdoors with the exception of the working cabin. \nThis event will mostly take place in the orchard area of our gardens which is not recommended for wheelchairs due to steep access and narrow and uneven pathways.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-friendly-gardening-2/
LOCATION:Ravenscraig Walled Garden\, Ravenscraig Walled Gardens\, Dysart Road\, Kirkcaldy\, Scotland\, KY1 2TB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Food & Growing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220715T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220715T111500
DTSTAMP:20220713T141531Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Change for Kids - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED: Due to illness this event has been cancelled. Sorry for any disappointment.\nJoin Jo from Wild Planet Explorers on this fun session for an Introduction to climate change for 5-9 years olds (younger and older welcome at parent/carer’s discretion)  \nThis fun\, educational and interactive session about the basics of global warming and climate change\, uses interactive props and imaginative play to share information and ideas. \nWhat is Global Warming? What is Climate Change? What can I do to help? \nUsing fun props and images and lots of imaginative play\, the session shares the story of global warming and climate change from the beginning of the Earths life until now and explains some of the words scientists use when talking about this subject. It also shares a few ideas on what we can do to help.  \nPerfect for enquiring minds!\nThe workshop is ideal for parents/carers in helping answer questions that children may ask now and in the future about Global Warming and Climate Change.  \nBooking Information\nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited.  \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \nEvent delivered by Wild Planet Explorers on behalf of Greener Kirkcaldy.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-change-for-kids/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220708T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220708T111500
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SUMMARY:Climate Change For Kids: Butterflies Count
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to get a closer look at our fluttering friends by making your own butterfly net\, find out what a warming climate means for them and how you can help in their conservation. \nThis workshop will promote positive feelings for the environment and will encourage your child to get outside and discover nature. \nThe workshop is suitable for children aged 6 – 12 and will last about 45 minutes. \nTo take part in the activities you will need to gather a few household items. A list will be sent before the workshop. \nThe event will take place on Zoom – a link and password will be sent out a day before the event. \nAn adult must accompany children for the duration of the workshop. \nBooking Information \nThe event is free\, but booking is required as places are limited. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \nAccessibility \nIf you have any accessibility questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-change-for-kids-butterflies-count/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220705T183000
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SUMMARY:First Climate Conversations
DESCRIPTION:This introductory session teaches participants how to have a climate conversation with members of their community for the first time. \nParticipants will learn what is causing climate change and why it is relevant to us here in Fife. We will introduce some simple climate friendly actions that you could take and give tips on how to talk about climate change to others. \nThis workshop is a good starting point for people who are new to the climate emergency. \nNo prior climate change knowledge is required; this is a learning experience. \n  \nBooking information \nThis workshop is free to attend\, but spaces are limited so booking is required. \nThis event will take place online on Zoom. We will send out a joining link the day before the workshop. We will also be using the online whiteboard app Mural. \nIf you have any problems booking or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \nAccessibility \nIf you have any accessibility questions please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/first-climate-conversations/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220630T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220630T160000
DTSTAMP:20220609T202222Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Fresk Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, free and informative workshop that will help you understand climate change. \n\n\n\n\nYou will work as a team to find relationships between 42 climate cards. Each card represents a cause or effect of climate change. Together you will link the cards to build a collage that explains climate change. Collective intelligence and collaboration will get you to a solution! \nThis step-by-step\, cooperative activity will help you work through the complexity of climate change. You will also get to be creating by decorating and naming your finished collage. \nClimate Fresk is perfect for those who know that climate change is important but feel that they would like to understand it more. There is no need for any previous climate knowledge; the workshop is a learning experience. \nClimate Fresk is a French-based NGO with the aim to make climate science more accessible. More than 350\,000 people have played worldwide. \nYou can read about a previous Climate Fresk workshop we delivered here. \nBooking information \nThis workshop is free to attend\, but spaces are limited so booking is required. \nIf you have any problems booking or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk \n\n\n\n\nAccessibility \nThere are accessible parking bays available outside 8 East Fergus Place. We have a ramp into the building. There is also an accessible toilet. This event is planned to take place in a room that is situated up a flight of stairs with no lift access. We can arrange to move the event to a more accessible location if required. Please do not hesitate to book on and state that you need level access to attend the event when you get to the special requirements section of the booking form. \nIf you have any other accessibility questions please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-fresk-workshop/
LOCATION:Greener Kirkcaldy\, 8 East Fergus Place\, Kirkcaldy\, Fife\, KY1 1XT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220529T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220529T123000
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SUMMARY:Nature Bike Ride
DESCRIPTION:Come along to this leisurely bike ride\, where you will learn about local wildlife in parks\, woodland and on the estuary from wildlife expert Tony Wilson. He will also talk a bit about the geology of the area. You will visit coastal and urban spots around Kirkcaldy\, including Ravenscraig Park and learn more about the natural life around us in our Lang Toun. \n\n\nMeet Tony Wilson – Tony is an expert on wildlife in the local area. He worked for Fife Ranger service for 25 years before moving onto teach Countryside Management at SRUC\, Elmwood. \nThe Route \n\nDistance – short\nHills – mainly flat\, one hill\nSurfaces – mainly smooth\, including some good quality paths\nRoute – mixture of traffic-free paths and quiet roads\n\nAdditional Information \nThis bike ride is weather-dependent\, please ensure to dress for the conditions. \nParticipants should be able to cycle for one hour at a leisurely pace. \nBooking Instructions \nThe event is free but booking is required. \nIf you are having trouble booking you can call 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk for assistance.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/nature-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Kirkcaldy Prom\, harbour end\, Esplanade\, Kirkcaldy\, KY1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Travel
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220217T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220217T203000
DTSTAMP:20220112T153320Z
CREATED:20220112T151734Z
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SUMMARY:Fife Climate Knowhow Training
DESCRIPTION:Our Fife specific Climate Knowhow course will tell you all you need to know to confidently discuss the climate emergency and describe the actions we can all take to tackle it. We will look at the science\, causes and impacts; and consider how climate change is impacting us in Fife. We will discuss individual and community climate action\, as well as consider how to challenge the climate silence. \nAt the end of our course\, you will have an awareness of the carbon costs and impacts of everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions on an individual\, community and organisational basis. \nOur course meets the Carbon Literacy Project Standard\, meaning that participants can gain Carbon Literate accreditation and will received a certificate on completion of a short assessment. \nOur course is delivered online across four 2 hour modules: \n● Thursday 17th February – Module 1 – Climate Science & Justice \n● Thursday 24th February – Module 2 – Causes & Impacts \n● Thursday 3rd March – Module 3 – Adaptation & Action \n● Thursday 10th March – Module 4 – Communicating Climate Change \nAll 6:30pm -8:30pm & delivered online via Zoom. It is recommended that you attend all four modules. \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as spaces are limited. Please let us know of any support you may need to join us. \nThe event will take place online via Zoom. A joining link will be sent out the day before the first module. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.uk
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/fife-climate-knowhow-training/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community,Energy Advice,Food & Growing,Reuse & Repair,Travel
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220122T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220122T123000
DTSTAMP:20220106T163549Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action and The Wellbeing Economy: Greener Kirkcaldy Annual Gathering and AGM
DESCRIPTION:Our Annual Gathering & AGM will be in-person and online this year. \nOur 2021 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place alongside our Annual Gathering on 22nd January 2022\, at 10am at the Old Kirk (Covid guidelines permitting) and online via Zoom. \nWe’ll be joined by guest speaker Lukas Hardt\, Policy and Engagement Lead at the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Scotland (WEAll Scotland). He will describe how our current economic system is fuelling climate change and global inequality. He will argue that to reach our climate goals we need to re-think our global economy. Lukas will consider the role community climate action could play in delivering a wellbeing economy which would deliver a fairer and greener planet. \n \nWe will have live music from Holly Roseanna of Fife based band The Passing Sages\, including her single Eden\, which was inspired by the natural beauty of Tentsmuir Forest. \nChair of our Board\, Christine May\, will give an update on Greener Kirkcaldy’s activities and achievements over the last year. She will also outline some of our future plans. You will have a chance to share your thoughts on the year gone by and your hopes going forward too. \nThe event will conclude with our AGM. You can view the agenda and papers for our AGM here: \nGreener Kirkcaldy AGM 2021 Agenda \nGK-AGM-Minutes-2020 \nYou can also view hard copies of the papers in our building at 8 East Fergus Place. Members joining via Zoom will be able to vote in the AGM. \nWant to have an input at our AGM?\nOnly Greener Kirkcaldy members can vote in our AGM.  If you aren’t one already\, you can sign up to become a member for free. \nBecoming a member of Greener Kirkcaldy is free! As well as being able to vote at our AGM and help shape our work\, our members get invited to special ‘members-only’ events. They also receive 10% off our workshops\, activities and at our Lang Toun Cycles community bike shop. \nBooking information\nThe event will take place in-person at The Old Kirk\, Kirk Wynd\, Kirkcaldy\, KY1 1EH as well as online via Zoom (hybrid event). Please make sure you book the correct ticket. \nIf you book an online ticket\, we will send out a joining link and instructions the day before the event. \nIn-person tickets are subject to the latest covid guidelines. We will monitor the situation and keep ticket holders updated. \nBreakfast rolls will be served on arrival to those attending the in-person event. Please let us know any dietary requirements when booking your ticket. \nThis event is free\, but booking is required as spaces are limited. \nBook your place via Eventbrite. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/greener-kirkcaldy-agm-2021/
LOCATION:Old Kirk\, Kirk Wynd\, Kirkcaldy\, Fife\, KY1 1EH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211119T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211119T100000
DTSTAMP:20211028T171447Z
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SUMMARY:Helping Businesses become Climate-friendly
DESCRIPTION:Climate Action Fife – Climate-friendly Business Breakfast \nOnline event (Zoom) \nFriday 19th November 8.30am – 10am \nAre you interested in reducing your energy usage or food waste in your business\, organisation\, or community building? Do you lack the information\, motivation or financial support to put changes into practice? \nAt our online business breakfast event you will learn more about the technical and financial support available to put new practices and measures into place\, and how to make significant\, measurable carbon savings. You will also hear more about the wider public benefits of making your business more climate friendly and why now is an ideal time to make changes. People in Fife want ambitious action on climate change. We all need to work together to reduce carbon emissions – and the business sector has a key role in making this happen. \nAt the event you will hear from: \n\nGreener Kirkcaldy – On the benefits to your business by being more climate-friendly\, and the support available to your business\, community building\, or third sector organisations through the Climate Action Fife project\nZero Waste Scotland’s Energy Efficiency Business Support Service and the Waste Reduction Business Support teams about the current support available to businesses.\nLocal case studies from Fife who are already reducing food waste and energy use\, and Greener Kirkcaldy’s experience of making changes within their own community building.\n\nThere will be time to pose your question to the experts and discuss your support needs. It’s an ideal opportunity to come together to highlight examples of effective practices\, and to meet others with similar aims. \nThis event is free and will take place on Zoom. Booking is required. The joining link will be sent after booking your ticket. \nClimate Action Fife brings together individuals\, communities\, local government and businesses. The Fife-wide partnership project aims to tackle the climate emergency.  And make Fife a greener and fairer place to live. \n 
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/helping-businesses-become-climate-friendly/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community,Energy Advice,Food & Growing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211111T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211111T203000
DTSTAMP:20220112T151842Z
CREATED:20211013T155755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T151842Z
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SUMMARY:Fife Climate Knowhow Training
DESCRIPTION:Our Fife specific Climate Knowhow course will tell you all you need to know to confidently discuss the climate emergency and describe the actions we can all take to tackle it. We will look at the science\, causes and impacts; and consider how climate change is impacting us in Fife. We will discuss individual and community climate action\, as well as consider how to challenge the climate silence. \nAt the end of our course\, you will have an awareness of the carbon costs and impacts of everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions on an individual\, community and organisational basis. \nOur course meets the Carbon Literacy Project Standard\, meaning that participants can gain Carbon Literate accreditation and will received a certificate on completion of a short assessment. \nOur course is delivered online across four 2 hour modules: \n● Thursday 11th November – Module 1 – Climate Science & Justice \n● Thursday 18th November – Module 2 – Causes & Impacts \n● Thursday 25th November – Module 3 – Adaptation & Action \n● Thursday 2nd December – Module 4 – Communicating Climate Change \nAll 6:30pm -8:30pm & delivered online via Zoom. It is recommended that you attend all four modules. \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as spaces are limited. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.uk
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-knowhow-training/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community,Energy Advice,Food & Growing,Reuse & Repair,Travel
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211102T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211102T200000
DTSTAMP:20210908T124212Z
CREATED:20210907T135750Z
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SUMMARY:Plate Up for Fife (2-part workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Leading up to COP26\, we want to look at how we can make more climate-friendly food choices. Join us for our Plate Up for Fife workshop programme where we will focus on two themes: \nWorkshop 1: reducing our food waste on Tuesday 26th October 6pm – 8pm. We will make homemade vegetable stock and savoury bread and butter pudding. \nWorkshop 2: eating locally and seasonally on Tuesday 2nd November 6pm-8pm. We will make parsnip\, fennel and apple soup and roasted vegetables. \nWe’ll also be talking about ways we can reduce our meat and dairy consumption\, reduce packaging and eat healthily. It’s important to attend both workshops in our Lang Spoon Community Kitchen\, 8 East Fergus Place\, Kirkcaldy. \nWe’ll be trying out recipes using local and seasonal food\, and our Community Chef Iain will demonstrate skills for using up leftovers and reducing food waste. There will be lots of information to share about the workshop topics to help generate discussion and have fun learning from each other! \nPlease bring some containers to take home your food. If you have any dietary requirements or allergies\, please let us know when you are booking. \nThere is disabled parking on site and The Lang Spoon Community Kitchen is wheelchair and mobility friendly. \nPlate Up for Fife is part of Climate Action Fife – a Fife-wide partnership project\, bringing together individuals\, communities\, local government and businesses to tackle the climate emergency. It is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund’s Climate Action Fund. \n  \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited. Book your place on Eventbrite using the link below. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/plate-up-for-fife-2-part-workshop/2021-11-02/
LOCATION:Greener Kirkcaldy’s Lang Spoon Community Kitchen\, 8 East Fergus Place\, Kirkcaldy\, Fife\, KY1 1XT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Food & Growing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211028T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211028T210000
DTSTAMP:20211014T094014Z
CREATED:20211014T093227Z
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SUMMARY:Film screening: Not Without Us
DESCRIPTION:Join the Fife Communities Climate Action Network for an in-person screening of the Film Not Without Us. The film shares the experiences of seven grassroots campaigners at COP21. \nNot Without Us is a a rousing documentary immersing viewers in the moving\, personal journeys of seven grassroots campaigners from around the world. They attempt to harness the only force that can prevent catastrophic climate change: The will of the people. \nFollowing the film we will facilitate a discussion on the issues raised and there will be a chance to network with fellow FCCAN members. \nYou don’t have to be a member of FCCAN to attend\, but membership is free and open to any organisation or group in Fife already taking action\, or wishing to take action\, on climate change. The network aims to empower and enable communities to create a low carbon future\, and promote local resilience and well-being. \nThe event will take place at Greener Kirkcaldy’s community building in the heart of Kirkcaldy at 8 East Fergus Place. The building is fully accessible and just a short walk from the bus and railway stations. Car parking on-site is limited to Blue Badge holders only. There is free parking available at Kirkcaldy Train Station. \nWe deliver this event in partnership with Take One Action’s What the COP? Initiative. The initiative helps groups across Scotland explore climate issues in the lead-up to the UN Climate Conference being hosted in Glasgow in November.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/film-screening-not-without-us/
LOCATION:Greener Kirkcaldy\, 8 East Fergus Place\, Kirkcaldy\, Fife\, KY1 1XT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211026T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211026T200000
DTSTAMP:20210908T124212Z
CREATED:20210907T135750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T124212Z
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SUMMARY:Plate Up for Fife (2-part workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Leading up to COP26\, we want to look at how we can make more climate-friendly food choices. Join us for our Plate Up for Fife workshop programme where we will focus on two themes: \nWorkshop 1: reducing our food waste on Tuesday 26th October 6pm – 8pm. We will make homemade vegetable stock and savoury bread and butter pudding. \nWorkshop 2: eating locally and seasonally on Tuesday 2nd November 6pm-8pm. We will make parsnip\, fennel and apple soup and roasted vegetables. \nWe’ll also be talking about ways we can reduce our meat and dairy consumption\, reduce packaging and eat healthily. It’s important to attend both workshops in our Lang Spoon Community Kitchen\, 8 East Fergus Place\, Kirkcaldy. \nWe’ll be trying out recipes using local and seasonal food\, and our Community Chef Iain will demonstrate skills for using up leftovers and reducing food waste. There will be lots of information to share about the workshop topics to help generate discussion and have fun learning from each other! \nPlease bring some containers to take home your food. If you have any dietary requirements or allergies\, please let us know when you are booking. \nThere is disabled parking on site and The Lang Spoon Community Kitchen is wheelchair and mobility friendly. \nPlate Up for Fife is part of Climate Action Fife – a Fife-wide partnership project\, bringing together individuals\, communities\, local government and businesses to tackle the climate emergency. It is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund’s Climate Action Fund. \n  \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited. Book your place on Eventbrite using the link below. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/plate-up-for-fife-2-part-workshop/2021-10-26/
LOCATION:Greener Kirkcaldy’s Lang Spoon Community Kitchen\, 8 East Fergus Place\, Kirkcaldy\, Fife\, KY1 1XT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Food & Growing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211002T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211002T123000
DTSTAMP:20210827T121407Z
CREATED:20210827T115920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T121407Z
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SUMMARY:Demystifying COP26: A beginner’s guide
DESCRIPTION:The 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) is taking place in Glasgow this year and will see world leaders come together to discuss progress made and future plans to tackle the global climate crisis.  \nBut what on earth is COP?! Who will be there and what will they be doing? What will world leaders be discussing? And what will the outcome of the negotiations mean for us globally\, in Scotland and in Fife? \nAt this event\, we will hear from expert speakers who aim to answer these questions and more. Perfect for those who want to get to grips with this vital climate conference.  \nWe will finish by celebrating local climate action by sharing progress of our Climate Action Fife project. \nOur speakers:  \n\nCatherine Payne\, Climate Resilience Manager\, Sniffer – Will consider what meeting the Paris targets (or not) might mean for us globally and in Scotland\, and what a successful outcome of COP26 might look like.\n\n\nLukas Hardt\, Well Being Economy Alliance – Will explain what a Wellbeing Economy is and how decisions made at COP26 could help create an economy of health\, fairness and a future that works for everyone.\n\n\nRoss Spalding\, Climate Change and Zero Waste Service Manager\, Fife Council  – Will explain how COP26 outcomes might influence the council’s approach to tackling the climate emergency.\n\n\nCraig Leitch\, Senior Development Worker\, Greener Kirkcaldy  – Will give an introduction to the Climate Action Fife project and its progress to date. Including a call to action with our #BigFiveForFife campaign.\n\nBooking information \nThis is a “hybrid” event with tickets available for both in person and online attendance. Please make sure to book the correct ticket. \nThis event is free. \nVenue \nGreener Kirkcaldy’s community building is located in the heart of Kirkcaldy at 8 East Fergus Place\, a short walk from the bus and railway stations. Car parking on-site is limited to Blue Badge holders only. There is free parking available a short walk away at Kirkcaldy Train Station. \nOur building is fully accessible.  \nOnline ticket \nIf you book an online ticket\, a Zoom link will be sent via email the day before the event.  \nPlease let us know of any online accessibility requirements you have and we will do our best to accommodate them. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/demystifying-cop26-a-beginners-guide/
LOCATION:Greener Kirkcaldy\, 8 East Fergus Place\, Kirkcaldy\, KY1 1XT
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210924T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210924T131500
DTSTAMP:20210831T101336Z
CREATED:20210831T093745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T101336Z
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SUMMARY:Line in the Sand - Seafield Beach\, Kirkcaldy
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Seafield Beach\, Kirkcaldy to demand climate action at our Line in the Sand event at 12 noon on Friday 24th September. \nLine in the Sand is a Fife-wide\, participatory demonstration of the urgent need for action on the climate emergency and a powerful piece of climate art in the run up to the COP26 climate change conference in Glasgow. The date has been chosen to coincide with the Global Climate Strike organised by Fridays for the Future\, and will also take place during Climate Fringe Week. \nAttendees will literally form a line in the sand\, running the length of Seafield Beach\, to show their support for urgent climate action. The event invites the Kirkcaldy community to participate in a simple non-political action that will send a message to local\, national and international Governments and create a legacy of empowerment and action. By forming a Line in the Sand participants will also symbolise climate driven rising sea-levels\, which is an increasing threat to many Fife coastal communities. \n \nLine in the Sand creates a time for reflection and call for local action whilst linking into a Fife wide programme of activities aimed at raising the alarm\, creating a wave of personal action and linking to the Global Climate movement. The event is for anyone who is concerned about the climate emergency and who wants to draw attention to the urgent need for action. \nTake Part\nTo take part in Line in the Sand Kirkcaldy\, arrive at Seafield Beach picnic area between 11:45am -12 noon on 24th September (on foot or bike if possible).  Please carry a placard with a climate message should you wish. For more information\, visit the Climate Action Fife website or email craig@greenerkirkcaly.org.uk. \nWe will hear a call to action before heading to the beach to form our symbolic line. The event will finish with a challenge to take on one of the Big Five for Fife. \nLine in the Sand is being delivered as part of Climate Action Fife\, a National Lottery Community Fund partnership project between Greener Kirkcaldy\, Fife Council\, Fife College and Fife Communities Climate Action Network.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/line-in-the-sand-seafield-beach-kirkcaldy/
LOCATION:Seafield\, Seafield Rd\, Kirkcaldy\, KY1 1SJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210914T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210914T191500
DTSTAMP:20210902T091149Z
CREATED:20210902T091149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T091149Z
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SUMMARY:Smarter Buildings - energy generation and storage for homes and business
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in adding solar panels\, battery storage or electric vehicle charging to your home\, business or building? Would you like to reduce your energy or transport costs and your carbon emissions?  \nIn the first part of the event you will hear from experts on the process of installing solar PV\, batteries and EV charge points\, the benefits they can deliver\, and the opportunities that having a smarter building can create: \n\nCommunity Energy Scotland on the benefits of transforming our buildings by adding smart energy systems and how to get started on your building.\nGreener Kirkcaldy on their experience of installing a “smart system” of solar panels\, Tesla Powerwall and electric vehicle charging point in their community building.\n\nIn the second part of the event you’ll have the chance to hear from the experts that best suit your needs – as home owner\, business owner or community building owner – on the business case of PV\, batteries and EV charging and the finance available to you to fund installation costs. There will also be time to put your own questions to the experts. \nGuest speakers for the second session are: \n\nHome Energy Scotland\nZero Waste Scotland\nLocal Energy Scotland\n\nThis event is aimed at Fife households\, businesses and community organisations\, but the information provided will be relevant to anyone in Scotland wishing to add energy generation or storage to their premises. \nThis event is free and will take place on Zoom. Booking is required . The joining link will be sent after booking your ticket.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/smarter-buildings-energy-generation-and-storage-for-homes-and-business/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community,Energy Advice,Travel
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210714T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210714T201500
DTSTAMP:20210616T121211Z
CREATED:20210604T102746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T121211Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Sky Thinking: Fresh ideas to encourage us to fly less
DESCRIPTION:Flying less is a quick way to significantly reduce your carbon footprint\, but it seems that giving up our regular flight for some overseas sunshine is a difficult ask for many of us – even getting the conversation going is a challenge! \nAt this event\, we will hear from two speakers who have been attempting to do just that\, and who are trying to empower individuals and businesses to change the way we holiday and help us overcome our collective addiction to flying. We will hear about their campaigns\, find out how to get involved and learn from their experiences of encouraging others to reduce their air-travel. \nAnna Hughes\, Director of Flight Free UK\, will be sharing her experiences of encouraging individuals to stay grounded for a year by signing their flight free pledge. The organisation began life in February 2019 inspired by the Swedish Flygfritt (flight free) movement\, which asks people to stay grounded for a year in order to reduce their carbon footprint\, re-discover the joys of overland travel\, and begin to shift the social norm away from aviation. \nOur second speaker\, Emma Kemp\, is Campaigns Manager for Possible\, who work across the UK supporting people and groups to do bold\, beautiful things to tackle climate change. She will be sharing the story of their Climate Perks initiative\, which supports climate-conscious employers to offer paid ‘journey days’ to staff who travel on holiday by train\, coach or boat instead of flying – empowering them to act on their values. \nWe will finish with a group discussion on flight reduction\, how to encourage behaviour change and will consider what will happen as Covid-19 travel restrictions are lifted. You will also have a chance to put your questions to our speakers. \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited. \nThe event will take place online\, via Zoom. We’ll send out a joining link the day before the event. \nIf you have any problems booking or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email craig@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk \nAbout our speakers \n \nAnna Hughes is Director of Flight Free UK. Anna has worked in the sustainable transport sector since 2008\, mainly focusing on increasing cycling levels with children and families. A lifelong environmentalist\, she made the decision to stop flying ten years ago and hopes the #FlightFree2021 campaign will inspire others to do the same. \n  \n  \nEmma Kemp is Campaigns Manager at Possible\, climate change charity focusing on positive\, practical action. She has 7+ years experience in the sector\, in 2019 was selected as one of the British Science Association’s ‘New Voices’\, and has previously appeared on Channel 4 News and Sky News. She currently heads up Possible’s Climate Perks initiative\, featured in publications including Harper’s Bazaar\, the Guardian\, and the Financial Times. There are a growing number of Climate Perks certified employers based in sectors ranging from food to finance to digital. \n  \nMain Image: Flower photo created by jannoon028 – www.freepik.com
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/blue-sky-thinking-fresh-ideas-to-encourage-us-to-fly-less/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Travel
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210622T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210622T130000
DTSTAMP:20210720T092502Z
CREATED:20210521T091642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T092502Z
UID:10002167-1624354200-1624366800@www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
SUMMARY:Fife Food Summit (online event)
DESCRIPTION:Making food good for all in Fife and our planet. \nMaking food good is everyone’s business. This includes growing and producing food\, distributing and sharing it\, accessing and eating it and how we deal with waste from food. Everything we do around food in Fife is important to our people\, communities\, public places\, businesses\, our economy\, and our land. \nThe Fife Food Summit will take place online on Tuesday 22nd June 2021 from 9.30am – 1pm. The event will be chaired by Pete Ritchie\, Executive Director Nourish Scotland\, Farmer and Food Expert. The keynote speakers are: UN Climate Change Award Winners 2019 Ghent en Garde\, and Edible Edinburgh who will talk about how new approaches to food ate making an impact for people\, the economy\, and the planet. and themed workshops will explore ideas and examples of work that are happening both within and out with Fife to inspire changes we can make. \nThe Summit will focus on key themes including reducing food waste and keeping good food in circulation\, how we can use and procure local and seasonal food more\, and work better together to bring about good food for Fife and our planet. It will also launch the first steps towards creating a sustainable climate-friendly Food Partnership and Vision for Fife that is being developed by Fife Council’s Climate Change and Zero Waste Team. It’s a great opportunity to bring people\, communities\, organisations\, professionals\, businesses\, students\, the public and private sectors and anyone interested in influencing our food in Fife. \nWe will use the online platform HOPIN for this event\, which will allow for an enjoyable experience and ample opportunity for discussion\, networking and accessing exhibits such as films and recordings in the Expo Booths. \n\nTo register: please click this link to register for the Hopin event. The first time you use Hopin you have to create an account then you can register for the event (by clicking the blue ‘Join event’ button).\nYou will get an email confirmation from Hopin titled “You’re in! – Fife Food Summit: making food good for all in Fife and our planet.”. Click ‘Add to calendar’ and you will get reminders before the event and can just click the diary event to enter on the day.\n\nThe event is part of Climate Action Fife\, a Fife-wide partnership project between Greener Kirkcaldy\, Fife Council\, Fife College and Fife Communities Climate Action Network. The event will be hosted by Alan Caldwell Associates.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/fife-food-summit-online-event/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Food & Growing
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210619T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210619T153000
DTSTAMP:20210720T092433Z
CREATED:20210511T100151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T092433Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Friendly Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Having a garden can make you much more aware of the changing seasons and extremes of weather\, a scorching summer in 2018 to the beast from the east\, was a shock to our outdoor areas. With an uncertain future ahead\, now is the time to start planning some changes to protect your garden and help the environment. \nCome along to Climate Friendly Gardening workshop at our community garden to get some advice and inspiration on: \n• Growing your own fruit and vegetables. \n• Making your own free compost. \n• Creating areas for wildlife\, pollinators and wildflowers. \n• Visit our orchard to see which trees would grow in your garden. \n• Rain – when to collect it and when to protect from it. \nOur community gardeners will be there to show you around our garden and give advice. \nThere will be 1 hour slots throughout the day so you can pick the perfect time for you.  \nNo experience necessary. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and walking footwear.  \nThere is disabled parking on site and the venue is wheelchair accessible. \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required\, as spaces are limited. \nIf you are having trouble booking you can call 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk for assistance.  \nThe event is part of Climate Action Fife\, a Fife-wide partnership project between Greener Kirkcaldy\, Fife Council\, Fife College and Fife Communities Climate Action Network.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-friendly-gardening/
LOCATION:Ravenscraig Walled Garden\, Ravenscraig Walled Gardens\, Dysart Road\, Kirkcaldy\, Scotland\, KY1 2TB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Food & Growing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210413T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210413T140000
DTSTAMP:20210407T110758Z
CREATED:20210317T160640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T110758Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Fife Showcase / Teach-in
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to be speaking at this event being run by the Scottish Communities Climate Action Network (SCCAN). \nHear the inspiring story of FifeCCAN & the Climate Action Fife partnership. Join SCCAN 12:30-2.00pm Tues 13 April to learn from their journey. \nBuilding on five years’ patient collaboration through Fife Communities Climate Action Network (FifeCCAN)\, Climate Action Fife was launched in January 2021. \nThe £200k feasibility study project was first Scottish initiative funded by the National Lottery Climate Action Fund. \nJoin us at 12:30-2.00pm on Tuesday 13 April! \nBook at: https://caf13apr.eventbrite.co.uk Share www.facebook.com/events/761427174808782 \nThe project is catalysing pilot community projects in Fife – leading the way in taking action on climate change. The strategies include: \n\nProducing a Climate Change Engagement Toolkit & Events\nEstablishing a Fife Climate Literacy course\nWorking with local businesses to reduce waste & energy use\nRunning workshops on Climate-Friendly Holidays …\n\n… and many more activities beyond these! \nAlistair Macleod from Transition University of St. Andrews will share the FifeCCAN story with us and Suzy Goodsir from Greener Kirkcaldy will outline recent Climate Action Fife developments. \nLearn how the FifeCCAN collaboration has gathered pace – bringing many wider groups into partnership. Hear how the group bid for funds and are building capacity for community led action. \nClimate Action Fife – a partnership between Fife Communities Climate Action Network\, Greener Kirkcaldy\, Fife Council\, and Fife College. \nA SCCAN Tuesdays for Future event
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-action-fife-showcase-teach-in/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210409T111500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210409T114500
DTSTAMP:20210401T085006Z
CREATED:20210324T173654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T085006Z
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SUMMARY:Global Warming and Climate Change for 5 - 9 year olds (online)
DESCRIPTION:Join Jo from Wild Planet Explorers on this fun online session for an Introduction to Global Warming and Climate Change for 5-9 years olds (younger and older welcome at parent/carer’s discretion)  \nThis fun\, educational and interactive session about the basics of global warming and climate change\, uses interactive props and imaginative play to share information and ideas. \nWhat is Global Warming? What is Climate Change? What can I do to help?  \n Using fun props and images and lots of imaginative play\, the session shares the story of global warming and climate change from the beginning of the Earths life until now and explains some of the words scientists use when talking about this subject. It also shares a few ideas on what we can do to help.  \nPerfect for enquiring minds! \nThe workshop is ideal for parents/carers in helping answer questions that children may ask now and in the future about Global Warming and Climate Change.  \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited. We’ll send out a joining Zoom link to attendees the day before the event.  \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \nEvent delivered by Wild Planet Explorers on behalf of Greener Kirkcaldy.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/global-warming-and-climate-change-for-5-9-year-olds-online/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210407T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210407T200000
DTSTAMP:20210316T124548Z
CREATED:20210316T124548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T124548Z
UID:10001769-1617818400-1617825600@www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
SUMMARY:Monthly Climate Café - Plastic-free Fife in Action!
DESCRIPTION:Be part of tackling climate change – join us at our monthly climate cafes for films\, guest speakers and discussions. \n\n\nFrom food choices to toiletries\, clothes to gadgets\, what we bring into our homes\, gardens and lives\, many of the things we buy and use contain plastic. Plastic is a useful material\, but it can also stick around in the environment for ages\, harm wildlife\, spread toxins\, and contributes to climate change.  \nIn the first part of this month’s online Climate Café\, Plastic-Free groups from across Fife will be sharing their stories and successes on their local\, community-driven war on plastic waste.  \nWe will be focusing on finding practical solutions to reduce the everyday plastics that use and bring into our lives in the second half of the event\, with an interactive workshop to identify and create opportunities to eliminate disposable or avoidable plastic. \nThe event will take place on Zoom.  \n\nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited.  \nWe’ll send out a joining link to attendees to allow them to join on the day.  \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email kitty@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/monthly-climate-cafe-plastic-free-fife-in-action/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community,Food & Growing,Reuse & Repair
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210303T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210303T200000
DTSTAMP:20210224T132318Z
CREATED:20210205T002810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T132318Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Friendly Homes
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in having a warmer\, more energy efficient home\, with lower energy and repair costs and a reduced carbon footprint? Are you thinking about switching to an electric vehicle and want to know more about how it could complement home renewables? \nWe are spending more time at home\, and our homes are now doubling up as workplaces and schools\, so it makes sense to manage our energy use effectively. Since a third of our emissions come from heating and powering our homes\, reducing our energy use is good for the planet as well as our purse. \nAt this event\, you’ll hear about: the importance of taking a whole-house approach to cutting your energy usage and improving efficiency; practical and affordable ways to make your home comfortable and healthy; and we are using how tools such as draught testing and thermal imaging to help you make long-lasting reductions in your carbon emissions. \nYou’ll also hear from experts at Home Energy Scotland on a range of improvements to make your home warmer and more energy efficient whilst reducing running costs. Find out which home renewables would best suit you – and the funding available to make these larger changes. You’ll also hear about how the transition to electric vehicles can help you to make the most of any energy you generate at home. Home Energy Scotland will also be sharing how they have recently helped other households become more climate friendly. \nThe event will finish with a question and answer session\, giving you plenty of time to get advice about your own home. \nWe will be using Zoom to host the event. A joining link will be sent out once you have booked your place.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/climate-friendly-homes/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Energy Advice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210223T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210223T201500
DTSTAMP:20210215T101518Z
CREATED:20210121T142235Z
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SUMMARY:Bikepacking in Scotland: Discovering the past  - enjoying the present (Sold Out)
DESCRIPTION:We welcome Markus Stitz\, founder of Bikepacking Scotland\, to this online event to celebrate the joys of exploring Scotland on two wheels. We hope that hearing about his adventures will inspire you to dig out your tent\, tune-up your bike and commit to a bikepacking adventure this summer\, rather than jumping on a plane. \nDiscovering the past  – enjoying the present\nMore than just turning the pedals\, bikepacking offers a sustainable opportunity to discover the past by enjoying the present. Bikepacking Scotland founder and round the world singlespeed cyclist Markus Stitz talks about how the history of countries has inspired him to develop new bikepacking routes in Highland Perthshire\, Argyll and most recently\, the Cateran Ecomuseum. \nYou will also have the opportunity to ask Markus about his adventures and get some top tips on bikepacking. \n \nBio: Markus Stitz \nSince becoming the first person to circumnavigate the world on one gear with bikepacking bags in 2016\, Markus has moved gradually into filmmaking. After writing and directing a number of films about his own Bikepacking Scotland routes\, he released ‘No Stone Unturned’ in 2019\, produced entirely on an iPhone in the wilderness of Kyrgyzstan. Since then he has worked on a films about bikepacking in Scotland and Germany. \nBooking Information\n\nThis event is free but booking is required as places are limited. \nWe will send out a Zoom link the day before the event. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/bikepacking-discovering-the-past-enjoying-the-present/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Travel
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210210T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210210T200000
DTSTAMP:20210128T164042Z
CREATED:20210128T164042Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Climate Café: A Simpler Way
DESCRIPTION:Be part of tackling climate change – join us for monthly films\, guest speakers and discussions.\n\n\nThis month we will be hosting an online event: a screening of the 2016 award-winning film\, A Simpler Way: Crisis as Opportunity\, followed by an online discussion. \n\nWhilst we are living in a time of crises – from the climate emergency to the covid pandemic – we also have the opportunity to change the way we live to the benefit of our community and our environment. A Simpler Way follows a community who came together to explore and demonstrate a simpler way to live in response to crises. Throughout the year the group build tiny houses\, plant organic veg gardens\, practice simple living\, and discover the challenges of living in community. \nThe film documents the community’s learning process as well as exploring the global issues we’re facing\, through interviews with some of today’s most interesting speakers on the subjects\, including permaculture co-originator David Holmgren\, filmmaker and activist Helena Norberg-Hodge\, climate change activist David Spratt and many more. \nThis film provides inspiring answers to some of today’s questions: What does living sustainably really mean? What is it we are trying to protect and at what cost?  And what might a responsible\, regenerative and resilient community look like? \n  \n\nhttp://https://vimeo.com/163775375 \n\n  \nBooking Information \nThe film showing and discussion is free but booking is required as places are limited. \nWe’ll send out a joining link to attendees to allow them to join a couple of days before the event. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk.
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/monthly-climate-cafe-a-simpler-way/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community,Energy Advice,Food & Growing,Reuse & Repair
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210207T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210207T114000
DTSTAMP:20201218T103458Z
CREATED:20201207T172312Z
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SUMMARY:Hamespun Tales Family Storytelling #2
DESCRIPTION:Discover the magic of tradition oral storytelling with Fife storyteller\, Sheila Kinninmonth of Hamespun Tales. \nIn this storytelling session\, Sheila will tell us the story of Mikku and the Trees  from Estonia\, followed by a Chinese tale\, The Mirror of Truth. This event “straight frae the mooth” promotes a positive sustainability message. \n\n“My passion for stories began at my granny and grandfather’s knee where I listened to tales “straight frae the mooth”\, and continues to this day”. Sheila Kinninmonth\n  \nBorn and brought up in Fife\, stories and storytelling have been part of Sheila Kinninmonth’s life for as long as she can remember. While she has a wide repertoire of traditional stories from all over the world covering many topics and themes\, she particularly loves telling Scottish Folk and Fairytales\, in Scots when appropriate. \nWith a background in early years education\, she believes storytelling is a vital learning tool for all children\, not only helping meet many Curriculum outcomes\, but also passing on our rich heritage and culture. \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited. We’ll send out a Zoom joining link to attendees a few days before the event. If you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \nEvent delivered by Hamespun Tales on behalf of Greener Kirkcaldy. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/hamespun-tales-family-storytelling/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210123T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210123T114000
DTSTAMP:20201218T103006Z
CREATED:20201207T171646Z
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SUMMARY:Hamespun Tales Family Storytelling #1
DESCRIPTION:Discover the magic of traditional oral storytelling with Fife storyteller Sheila Kinninmonth of Homespun Tales. \nSheila will tell us two original stories in a fresh and fun way\, with plenty of opportunities to join in\, have a giggle and help the story along. In this session\, we will hear the Scottish folktale The King’s Tailor\, followed by a Welsh story\, Slops. \n  \nDiscover the magic of stories from all over the world  told in the true tradition of oral storytelling – “eye to eye\, mind to mind\, heart to heart.” (traveller proverb)\n  \nBorn and brought up in Fife\, stories and storytelling have been part of Sheila Kinninmonth’s life for as long as she can remember. While she has a wide repertoire of traditional stories from all over the world covering many topics and themes\, she particularly loves telling Scottish Folk and Fairytales\, in Scots when appropriate. With a background in early years education\, she believes storytelling is a vital learning tool for all children\, not only helping meet many Curriculum outcomes\, but also passing on our rich heritage and culture. \nThis event is the first of two told “straight frae the mooth” that promote a positive sustainability message. Why not sign up to the second session on the 7th February? \nBooking Information \nThe event is free but booking is required as places are limited. We’ll send out a Zoom joining link to attendees a few days before the event. If you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \nEvent delivered by Hamespun Tales on behalf of Greener Kirkcaldy. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/hamespun-tales-family-storytelling-1/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210120T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210120T193000
DTSTAMP:20201217T143558Z
CREATED:20201207T170336Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Climate Cafe: The True Cost of Flying
DESCRIPTION:Be part of tackling climate change – join us for monthly films\, guest speakers and discussions. \nThis month we will be hosting an online event: a screening of the short film The True Cost of Flying followed by an online discussion. \nThe costs of flying seem to become less and less. But does this reflect reality? Or is the true cost of flying a price we will pay later? \nFlying has become so cheap due to a fierce price war and years of government subsidies. As a result\, in the drop of prices passenger numbers have increased dramatically. Due to this flying is under threat of becoming the greatest single source of pollution. After years of delays the electric automobile is finally beginning to become more popular\, but where is the green revolution in the skies? \nBut just as in the days of the Wright brothers’ passionate pioneers are currently experimenting with small airplanes and are already making their first test flights. Their future dream is that one day we will be able to transport much more by air powered by hybrid and electric engines\, with far greater ease\, cleaner\, more quietly and sustainably. They are now still working somewhat secluded on a technological revolution of hybrid and electrically-powered airplanes. For decades surprisingly\, little fundamental innovation has taken place with the big boys Boeing and Airbus in the area of preservation. \nOur post film discussion will include thinking about whether these technologies are realistic and truly the future of flying or are just another example of greenwashing\, how we can persuade people to break their flying habit and will look at what campaigns currently exist to encourage people to holiday at home. \n \nBooking Information \nThe film showing and discussion is free but booking is required as places are limited. \nWe’ll send out a joining link to attendees to allow them to join a couple of days before the event. \nThe video is hosted on YouTube and some of the film has subtitles. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk. \n 
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/monthly-climate-cafe-the-true-cost-of-flying/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210114T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210114T193000
DTSTAMP:20201218T102907Z
CREATED:20201208T112614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T102907Z
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SUMMARY:Meat-Free Cooking (online)
DESCRIPTION:Vegetarian cooking is more popular than ever before as more and more people realise that meat-free meals are just as flavoursome and fulfilling as traditional meat dishes. \nThis event is aimed at carnivores looking to incorporate a few vegetarian dishes into their repertoire. Community Chef Iain will share his favourite vegetarian dishes\, introduce vegetable based versions of classic recipes and give you some new ideas for cooking without meat. You will also have the chance to ask him anything! \nWe will also consider the carbon benefits of cooking with plant based ingredients and celebrate local and seasonal food. \nBooking Information \nThis event is free but booking is required as places are limited. \nWe will send out a Zoom booking link a couple of days before the event. \nIf you have any problems booking\, or any questions\, please phone 01592 858458 or email info@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
URL:https://www.greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk/event/meat-free-cooking-online/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Climate Action,Food & Growing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greener Kirkcaldy":MAILTO:jackiea@greenerkirkcaldy.org.uk
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