A summary from an event looking at support and advice to help Fife businesses and 3rd sector to increase sustainability, reduce energy use, food waste and operating costs.
Helping Businesses Become Climate-Friendly
Christmas – Reducing Food Waste
Making your list and buying in food for Christmas this week? Here’s some advice to reduce the cost + food waste from the Christmas food shop.
Greener Kirkcaldy Annual Gathering and AGM: Climate Action and The Wellbeing Economy
Greener Kirkcaldy’s 2021 Annual Gathering & AGM – ‘Climate Action and the Wellbeing Economy” – will take place on Saturday 22nd January 2022. View the agenda and papers here.
News from Volunteers
Carol and Cap continue their series on why people come to the Walled Garden and what they find. Here is Alice’s story . . . WANTING ONE RESULT but getting […]
The results are in! Reflecting on The UN Climate Conference in Glasgow – Cop26
The climate summit made some positive steps but the final agreement is not as strong as we wanted it to be. Find out what was agreed in Glasgow to keep 1.5 degrees alive
11 ideas for a climate friendly Christmas
Read Media Volunteer Audrey’s top-tips for a more sustainable Christmas.
Climate Friendly Business – Top Tips
Find out what 10 actions your business can take right now to reduce energy use and cut down food waste
Fife’s First Ever Play Streets
Earlier this year, we saw children playing on their street and neighbours enjoying a blether, in an event that was a first for Fife.
My Dried Flower Experiment
Out of season fresh flowers have a large carbon footprint. Volunteer Audrey share her experience of preparing dried flowers for display instead.
Transport Day at COP26
Susan Jeynes, our Active Travel Development Worker, tells of her experience at COP26’s Transport Day.
Happy First Birthday to Lang Toun Cycles
Lang Toun Cycles, the community bike shop and social enterprise on Kirkcaldy’s High street, opened in November 2020. What a year it has been!
October at Ravenscraig
Jackie V from the growing team reflects on what has been a fruitful October at Ravenscraig. From juicing apples to harvesting almonds.
COP26 – the case for stubborn optimism
A huge international event is coming to Glasgow this month – the COP26 United Nations climate change summit. Our Chief Executive Suzy Goodsir looks ahead with optimism.
September at Ravenscraig
Jackie from the growing team shares the latest update from Ravenscraig Community Garden, including a tasty recipe for your autumn fruits.
Trying out an E-bike
Our Active Travel Development Worker Susan shares her experience of being back on an electric bike for the first time in years
Third Kirkcaldy Cycling Festival hailed a success
The third annual Kirkcaldy Cycling Festival came to a close on Sunday, after a week of fun-filled activities. Co-ordinated by Greener Kirkcaldy, the festival highlights the joys of all things bike-related
Adam and Euan
Volunteer numbers are increasing in the Walled Garden as people find companionship, learn new skills – or just like being there. Six-year long volunteer Euan Wood, now a professional horticulturalist, […]
Ralph
TWENTY YEARS of ‘hola’ in Spain to plain old ‘hello’ in Fife is the language journey for one of the Walled Garden’s new volunteers. Retired headteacher Ralph Chambers and his […]
Avoid the energy price cap!
Ofgem announced this month that they’re increasing the energy price cap, the maximum a supplier is allowed to charge for the energy tariffs. This will affect those most on standard […]
Big Five For Fife
With world leaders coming to Glasgow in November to discuss the climate emergency, 2021 is going to be huge year for climate action. We would like to invite you to do your bit by pledging to at least one of our Big Five For Fife.
August at Ravenscraig
Our Sessional Worker Jackie talks about what went on in August at Ravenscraig Walled Garden and shares a new recipe in her latest blog.
Round 2 of Small Grants Fund
Climate Action Fife small grants fund to help people talk about climate change. Grants of up to £500 are available. The deadline is fast approaching so get your applications in!
Kirkcaldy Walking Festival 2021
Kirkcaldy Walking Festival returned as an in person event this summer. Find out what happened.
Discovering Trails in Kirkcaldy
Our Media Volunteer Flora shares what trails you can take on foot or on a bike in her latest blog.
Seven things you need to know about litter picking
Our Media Volunteer Audrey talks about seven things you need to know about litter picking and how it can affect the environment in her latest blog.
Walking out of Covid
Lisa May Young talks about how walking helped her recover from COVID-19 and make her feel healthier in the long run in this blog.
Key points from Fife Food Summit – 22nd June 2021
A report from the Climate Action Fife Fife Food Summit: speakers, discussion and key take-aways.
Job Opportunity: Community Food Team sessional worker
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Community Food Team to support our busy weekly programmes and activities. Deadline for this opportunity is Monday 9th August 2021 at 5pm.
July at Ravenscraig
Our Sessional Worker Jackie talks about what went on in July at Ravenscraig Walled Garden in her latest blog.
A Glasgow Welcome for the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26)
With 100 days to go until COP26, our Media Volunteer Barbara explains everything you need to know before this November’s event.
Job Opportunity: Admin Assistant (Maternity Cover)
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Admin Assistant (Maternity Cover). The deadline for applications is Monday 2nd August 2021 at 5pm.
July recipe: Garlic scape tempura
Our Community Food Team Manager Ger shares a Garlic Scape Tempura recipe in her latest blog.
Quebec to Kirkcaldy
A GARDENEER, SCIENTIST AND POET have all recently found their way to the Walled Garden and they all seem happy. ‘All’ are in fact combined in one person, volunteer Genevieve […]
Herb Spiral
GOOD THINGS have a habit of sometimes turning up again – and they certainly do in the Walled Garden. The Garden’s herb spiral – an attractive circular planting of herbs […]
Fife Cycling Community Action Plan – survey
Your chance to have a say on future cycling projects and facilities in Fife.
Learning to love wildlife in the garden
Climate Champion Jennifer explains the benefits of encouraging wildlife to your garden and gives some top tips on how to do it.
Introducing Kids to Cooking
Our Community Chef Iain shares the importance of introducing kids to cooking and what will be involved in our first kids cooking club in his latest blog.
June at Ravenscraig
Our Sessional Worker Jackie talks about what went on in June at Ravenscraig Walled Garden in her latest blog including some events.
Should I Stay or Should I Go? – Staycation Panel Discussion (Video)
Climate Action Fife partner John Wincott from Fife College hosts a panel discussion on having a staycation or holidaying abroad.
Inspiration on the Menu at Fife Food Summit
Our Media Volunteer Barbara attended the Fife Food Summit on Tuesday 22nd June and she shares what happened and her main take away from the event in her latest blog.
Gardening for good – 21 tips we can all start today
Make a difference to the planet with your own patch of garden – whether you have a few pots, a rolling estate or anything in between.
Community Projects in Fife Awarded Small Grants to Help Fight the Climate Emergency
Community groups in Fife have been awarded small grants to help fight the climate emergency. Here are the groups taking climate action.
Behind the scenes look at the Lang Toun Larder
Our Media Volunteer Tom explains what goes into setting The Lang Toun Larder in his latest blog.
Volunteers’ Week – Thank you to all our volunteers
During Volunteers’ Week, we wanted to say a big thank you to all our volunteers who help make our organisation what it is today.
World Environment Day
Our Media Volunteer Bryan talks about what is happening this year for World Environment Day in his latest blog.
May at Ravenscraig
Our Sessional Worker Jackie talks about what goes on in May at Ravenscraig Walled Garden in her latest blog.
Asparagus season is now upon us!
Asparagus season is here! Our Community Chef Iain shares what you can do with Asparagus in his latest blog.
A place for a breather – 8 perfect park benches from around Kirkcaldy
Our Media Volunteer Audrey writes about where you can take a breather and take in a good view while out for a walk in her latest blog.
Fife Food Summit (online event)
The Fife Food Summit will take place online on Tuesday 22nd June 2021 from 9.30am – 1pm hosted by Alan Caldwell Associates.
Top Tips for Recycling Food
Our Media Volunteer Flora gives us her top tips on recycling food in her latest blog.
Exploring Kirkcaldy’s Quirky Past during National Walking Month
Our Media Volunteer Barbara explores Kirkcaldy’s past during a walk around town as part of National Walking Month.
5 cut flowers for easy home-grown bouquets
Our Media Volunteer Audrey explains 5 ways to cut flowers for easy home-grown bouquets in her latest blog.
Upcycling Clothes for Springtime
Our Media Volunteer Lia gives some tips on how to upcycle your clothes this spring.
Top Five Reasons to Cycle
Our Media Volunteer Tao gives us top five reasons why you should cycle in his latest blog.
How to make Stock
Our Community Chef Iain shares how to make vegetable and chicken stock in the latest of his “how to make” series.
Walking away your Worries with Woodland Walks
Our Media Volunteer Tracey shares how to walk away your worries with woodland walks in her latest blog.
Plate Up For Fife Seasonal Recipes
Our Community Chef Iain shares how to make Bubble and Squeak and Potato and Leek Soup in the latest of his “how to make” series.
Greener Kirkcaldy’s new mural – the making of
Learn about how to local artists created a mural to tell the story of Greener Kirkcaldy and our community.
We’re open!
We’re excited to announce our building at East Fergus Place is open again!
Working towards a Low-Car Kirkcaldy
Our Active Travel Development Worker Susan writes about working towards a low-car Kirkcaldy in her latest blog.
April at Ravenscraig
Our Sessional Worker Jackie talks about what goes on in April at Ravenscraig Walled Garden in her latest blog.
News from Cosy Kingdom
Getting back to visits and thermal imaging.
News from Ravenscrag Walled Garden
New fruit beds at Ravenscraig Walled Garden
Getting Started With Composting
This blog from Climate Champion Pete describes how our food waste can be returned to nature through the magic of composting.
Carbon Footprint of Food & How To Lower It
This blog by Climate Champion Tali, looks at the carbon footprint of food and how we can reduce our impact with a few simple changes to our diet.
Three Days of Action for Earth Day
Our Media Volunteer Barbara takes us through the three days of action for Earth Day 2021 in her latest blog.
Job Opportunity: Cycle Shop Assistant (part time)
We’re looking for a part time Cycle Shop Assistant to join our Lang Toun Cycles team. Deadline for applications: Thursday 29th April.
GK longlisted for an Ashden Award
We’re super excited and proud to have been longlisted for a prestigious Ashden Award for Green Communities. Read more.
Thriving in nature during spring
Find out how you can thrive in nature this Spring in our latest blog from our thriving in nature series.
Climate Action Fife Small Grants Fund
The Climate Action Fife Small Grants Fund is open to any Fife community organisation who would like to trial activities to engage their community in the climate emergency. Local community organisations can apply for a grant of up to £500. Deadline for applications: 30th April 2021.
How to make Rhubarb Crumble
Our Community Chef Iain shares how to make Rhubarb Crumble in the latest of his “How to make” series.
A great job opportunity: Administrative Assistant (part-time)
An exciting opportunity to join our Cosy Kingdom team as an Administrative Assistant. Deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 12th April 2021.
Spotlight on Earth Hour
Our Media Volunteer Barbara explains what is Earth Hour and how you can get involved in her latest blog.
Energy Action Scotland Fuel Poverty Awards 2021
Cosy Kingdom Project Manager Bruce McCall won the “Exceptional People, Exceptional Times” award at the 2021 Energy Action Scotland Fuel Poverty conference.
March at Ravenscraig
Our Sessional Worker Jackie talks about what goes on in March at Ravenscraig Walled Garden and shares a recipe for a seasonal treat in her latest blog.
Competition: Design Climate Action Fife’s new website!
We’re looking for proposals to design and create our new website. Deadline for proposals: Friday 16th April 2021.
Be a Recycling Hero for Global Recycling Day
Media Volunteer Barbara writes how you can be a recycling hero for Global Recycling Day in her latest blog.
Cosy Kingdom
News from Cosy Kingdom
News From Ravenscraig Walled Garden
Getting ready for planting
The Spring Cycle
Nature coming to life in Spring
GK members competition – win a Lang Toun Cycles bundle
Sign up to be a member of Greener Kirkcaldy to win a bundle of great prizes from Lang Toun Cycles!
A Quick Review of the Science Museum’s Climate Talks, 2021
Climate Champion Joy shares her thoughts on the Science Museum’s climate talks events.
How Winterwatch can help you appreciate nature
Media Volunteer Bryan talks about how nature programs like Winterwatch can help with your mental health during lockdown in his latest blog.
International Women’s Day – Women at GK
On International Women’s Day we celebrate all the great women we have here at Greener Kirkcaldy in our latest blog.
Women in Energy Advice
As more women take up roles in the energy industry – once a predominately male sector – we spoke to the three women in Greener Kirkcaldy’s Energy Advice Team about working in energy.
Kirkcaldy Car-Free Week Adult Competition Winner
The winner of our Kirkcaldy Car-Free Week Adult Competition would like to stay anonymous but has shared what they entered.
Leftover Bread Recipes
Join our Community Chef Iain as he shares recipes for leftover bread such as Croutons, Herb Crust and a Savoury Bread and Butter Pudding in the latest of his how to make series.
Keeping on top of your mental health
Our Media Volunteer Stephen gives some tips on how to keep on top of your mental health during lockdown.
Avoid the Energy Price Cap
Find out everything you need to know about the energy price gap in this blog from our Cosy Kingdom team.
Job opportunities: Communications + Engagement Team Manager and Communications + Events Coordinator
We’re recruiting – two great opportunities to join our Communications + Engagement Team. Deadline for applications: Monday 15th March 2021.
Cli-Fi: Writing From the Future
Our Climate Champion Alecia attended the Cli-Fi workshop and she has written about what she found out.
Grow Your Own at Home
Our growing team take us throw how to grow your own at home starting with tomatoes, chillies and peppers in their latest blog.
Community Energy Podcast
Senior Energy Advisor Kitty and Energy Advisor Michael were recently interviewed for a podcast on the topic of Community Energy by Paul Bristow from the Scottish Communities Climate Action Network.
Fairtrade Recipes
Climate, Fairtrade and You is the theme of this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight. Development worker Jackie shares some yummy recipes that use Fairtrade ingredients.
Foodie Heaven at Fairtrade Fortnight
Our Media Volunteer Barbara discusses how you can get involved in Fairtrade Fortnight in her first blog.
Scotland’s Climate Assembly
Climate Champion Jennifer has been attending the Scotland’s Climate Assembly as an observer. Here she lays out what it’s all about and shares her highlights of the topics discussed so far.
February at Ravenscraig Walled Garden
Our Sessional Worker Jackie talks about what goes on in February at Ravenscraig Walled Garden in her latest blog.
Shrove Tuesday / Pancake Day
See how you can use your leftovers this Pancake Day!
Kirkcaldy Car-Free Week
A week of events and activities to stimulate your imagination about what Kirkcaldy would look like with more car-free areas.
Kirkcaldy Car-Free Week
Kirkcaldy car-free week takes place between 1st-5th March and here you can find out about all our events and how you can enter our competition.
Free grow at home kits
FREE grow at home kits
News From Cosy Kingdom
News from Cosy Kingdom
Tips for keeping positive during lockdown
Tips from volunteers for keeping positive in lockdown
Summer is coming
News from Cap and Kay
Recipes for spring, keeping well and keeping warm
Healthy and warming recipes
What we ‘love’ about Spring
Reasons why we love Spring



































































































