Climate Champion Volunteer Jan Brereton explains how she helped bring the staycation message to St Andrews.
Reasons to be cheerful about volunteering with Greener Kirkcaldy
How I started my volunteering journey
Mike Earrey has recently joined Greener Kirkcaldy’s team of cycling volunteers. In this blog he shares how he began his volunteering journey.
Looking back on 2022
Some highlights from the past year at Greener Kirkcaldy, as well as some things we’re looking forward to in 2023.
Ways to go greener in 2023
From buying less stuff to letting the train take the strain, Media Volunteer Simon Turner suggests a few ways to go greener in 2023.
Winter warmers
Community Chef Samantha Wells shares some warming winter cooking tips and recipes using two under-valued appliances – a microwave and a slow cooker.
Volunteers creating a new space for nature in Kirkcaldy
We are transforming a small area of disused land on East Fergus Place beside our community building to create the East Fergus Parklet.
The pros and cons of riding an e-bike
Media Volunteer Simon Turner shares his family’s experience of trialling an e-bike borrowed from the library at Lang Toun Cycles.
Staying positive and hopeful during the climate crisis
From school strikes to Extinction Rebellion direct climate action is regularly in the news. Whatever you think about them, these direct actions highlight that we need to act now to address the climate emergency.
Join us! Job opportunity: Chief Executive
We are looking for an experienced leader to take Greener Kirkcaldy on the next stage of its journey.
Greener Kirkcaldy’s Chief Executive is moving on
Suzy Goodsir, Greener Kirkcaldy’s Chief Executive, is stepping down after eleven years leading our staff team.
How to use up leftover Brussels sprouts
Our Community Chef Samantha Wells shares a favourite recipe to help you use up all those leftover sprouts.
My electric bike journey
Volunteer Ride Leader Alan Taylor shares his experience of getting introduced to e-bikes.
Resolutions for a greener 2023
The staff at Greener Kirkcaldy have been making their New Year’s Resolutions. What will you do in 2023 to live more lightly on the planet?
Ode to the kettle
Community Chef Samantha Wells shares her love for an often under-valued kitchen appliance.
How to enjoy a medlar
Community Chef Samantha Wells explores how to prepare and enjoy medlars, one of Scotland’s forgotten fruits.
Help Fuel Fife Folk this winter
Greener Kirkcaldy has joined St Andrews Environmental Network to appeal for donations to the Help Fuel Fife Folk campaign ahead of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.
Amanda’s Story
We supported mum of two Amanda to take control of her energy use and understand her bills, read her story.
Report from our 2022 Annual Gathering & AGM
Greener Kirkcaldy’s Annual Gathering & AGM is one of the highlights of the year. This is when we come together to share our successes and our future plans, and give our members, volunteers and others in the community a chance to meet and chat.
Green Kirkcaldy Community Survey: Help shape our plans for the future
Greener Kirkcaldy is developing a new strategic plan and as a community-led charity we want to hear what people in Kirkcaldy would like us to concentrate on.
After COP27: where do we go from here?
Kitty O’Connor explains the importance of the COP27 climate conference and shares some things people can do to help tackle the climate emergency here in Fife.
Greener Kirkcaldy appoints new Community Chef
Greener Kirkcaldy is welcoming Samantha Wells as the charity‘s new Community Chef.
Getting out on two wheels with a toddler in tow
Media volunteer Simon Turner brought his family along to a recent Sunday Social bike ride. He shares his experience and explains how they enjoyed getting out on two wheels.
Greener Kirkcaldy Annual Report 2021 – 2022
Read our highlights from 2021-22 in our Annual Report.
Donate your unwanted bicycles to Lang Toun Cycles
Kirkcaldy’s community bike shop Lang Toun Cycles is appealing for donations of unwanted bicycles ahead of the Christmas rush.
Find your place in the community at our Annual Gathering
Time is running out to book a place at our Annual Gathering and AGM, which takes place on Saturday 5th November at 8 East Fergus Place.
Tasty ways to enjoy iceberg lettuce
Samatha Wells shares some favourite recipes to help elevate this undervalued ingredient.
Climate Action Fife opens Small Grants Fund
Funding is available to support community organisations who want to engage local people in action to tackle the climate emergency.
Guest blog from Fife Real Nappy Library
In this guest blog Laura Nicholson from Fife Real Nappy Library explains the benefits of choosing resuable nappies over disposable ones, and how parents can get started.
Apple Day returns to Ravenscraig Walled Garden
Greener Kirkcaldy’s popular Apple Day event at the community garden and orchard in Ravenscraig Walled Garden is returning for the first time since 2019.
A place for everyone, everyday: Greener Kirkcaldy Annual Gathering & AGM
Our 2022 Annual Gathering & AGM will take place on Saturday 5th November. This year, we’ll be focusing on Kirkcaldy, our place, and our community with keynote speaker Emily Wallace from Corra Foundation.
Reducing food waste in our Community Food Programme
Development Worker Jackie Arreaza explains how taking part in Zero Waste Scotland’s Food Waste Challenge has helped reduce waste within our Community Food Programme.
Autumnal apple recipes
With the nights drawing in and autumn approaching Samantha Wells shares some favourite seasonal recipes.
George pedals ahead with dedication to active travel
Greener Kirkcaldy volunteer George McDermid is the deserving winner of Active Travel Volunteer of the Year at Paths for All’s Volunteer Awards 2022.
Kirkcaldy Cycling Festival 2022
Our Senior Development Worker Craig Leitch shares the success of this year’s Kirkcaldy Cycling Festival, which took place between 3rd and 11th September.
Cosy Kingdom and K107FM launch new energy advice series
Cosy Kingdom is working with Kirkcaldy radio station K107fm on a new weekly series that will bring practical advice to the airwaves amidst daily headlines relating to surging energy prices and the rising cost of living.
Top tips in our new Climate Friendly Living Guide
Check out our new Kirkcaldy Climate Friendly Living Guide for some fresh ideas to tackle the climate emergency locally.
Help us shape our plans at Ravenscraig Walled Garden
Complete our survey and help us shape our plans at Ravenscraig Walled Garden.
Discover pedal power at Kirkcaldy Cycling Festival this September
The annual Kirkcaldy Cycling Festival, organised by Greener Kirkcaldy, features a packed programme of events from Saturday 3rd to Sunday 11th September.
Volunteering in the Community Kitchen at Greener Kirkcaldy
Community Food Team volunteer Gordon Nisbet explains how joining the team has helped him to gain valuable skills and meet new people.
Our Strategic Plan – a report on our progress
In July 2022, we published a report on our progress towards our Strategic Plan for a Sustainable Future 2018–2023. Read it here.
Volunteer Stories – Janet
This is Janet, one of our new bike maintenance volunteers. Janet only started cycling in 2017 and since then has completed many cycling challenges, including the NC500 in 2019, solo, […]
Climate Friendly Homes – energy advice for all
Greener Kirkcaldy has seen demand for their energy advice services soar, as local people see energy prices rising and want to take action on climate change.
When the moths came for breakfast
Garden Volunteer, Cap Fowles, documents a recent moth trapping event that was held at our Community Garden.
Leading climate action in Fife
We have received National Lottery funding to work with local Fife communities to inspire and inform them to take action on climate change.
My visit to Ravenscraig Walled Garden
Media Volunteer, Karen, recently headed down to Ravenscraig Walled Gardens and documents her visit in this blog.
Volunteer Stories – Reflections of a New Recruit
We love this story from one of our volunteers who joined us last year over at our Community Garden in Ravenscraig
Growing Vegetables to Benefit Health
Media Volunteer, Lia, shares some tips on how to start growing your own vegetables to benefit your health in this blog.
Sustainability of technology
Development Worker, Craig recently attended Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations’ event, How to use digital technologies sustainably. Here he summarises the content from speaker Hannah Smith’s presentation.
Exciting new job opportunities at Greener Kirkcaldy
Our staff team is growing. We have three exciting new opportunities to join our team.
Using Climate Fresk to understand the climate emergency
In March 2022, Climate Action Fife delivered their first in-person training day combining the Climate Fresk approach with Fife Climate Knowhow modules. Read about how it went in this blog by Climate Action Fife.
Why you should read your meter before April 1st
Energy prices are increasing on April 1st. Find out why you should read your meter before then in this blog.
It’s Food Waste Action Week
Find out how you can become involved and start some new food waste busting habits this week. It will save you money and save the planet!
Getting to know a Folding Electric Bike
Find out how Media Volunteer Karen got on with a folding e-bike which she borrowed for free from our community bike shop, Lang Toun Cycles.
My Five for Fife
Media volunteer, Karen, recently had a look at the Big Five for Fife, part of the Climate Action Fife project.
What’s Happening in the Energy Market?
It’s been described as a ‘Perfect Storm’ and has causes a dramatic rise in wholesale energy costs. Cosy Kingdom explains what this could mean for the price you pay for gas and electricity.
The Importance of Wetlands in Combating Climate Change
Media Volunteer Liam celebrates the importance of wetlands as a habitat and role they play in tackling climate change.
Report on Climate Action and The Wellbeing Economy: Greener Kirkcaldy Annual Gathering
Media Volunteer Karen attended our Annual Gathering and AGM in January and shares her experience in this blog.
Our Climate Action Plan
Our Climate Action Plan sets out our ambition for our operations to be carbon-neutral by 2030. That’s ambitious – but we are up for the challenge!
Greener Kirkcaldy Annual Report 2020 – 2021
Read our 2020 – 2021 highlights in our Annual Report.
What is climate change to you?
What is climate change to you? Please let us know by completing the Climate Action Fife survey before 8 February.
Using The Big Five For Fife to inspire New Year habits
Vice-Chair of Greener Kirkcaldy’s Board, Pat, shares how she will be re-commiting to the Big Five For Fife in 2022.
How to make vegetable noodle stir-fry
A stir-fry is a great way of using up vegetables you might have left! Here’s our community chef’s recipe.
Lang Toun Cycles are Recruiting!
We are looking for a Cycle Shop Assistant to play a key role in the operations of the Lang Toun Cycles shop.
Getting started with reusable nappies
Thinking of switching to reusable cloth nappies? This blog will give you all the information you need to get started.
Veganuary – My journey to greener cooking
Inspired by Veganuary, our Community Chef Iain McLellan reflects on his journey towards a new way of cooking.
Why you should feed wild birds
Many people enjoy feeding birds in their gardens, but what are the benefits of supplemental feed for wild birds?
Staying positive and hopeful during the climate emergency
At the start of a new year, Pat Crosbie reflects on the ways we can take action to tackle climate change and shares her reasons for stating positive in the face of a global crisis.
End of 2021 at Ravenscraig
Although one of the quieter times at Ravenscraig, the volunteers have managed to stay busy maintaining the gardens.
The Best of Seasonal Scottish Vegetables- Cauliflower and Sprouts
In this blog we look at recipes, that can add a new lease of life to Scottish seasonal vegetables.
Helping Businesses Become Climate-Friendly
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.
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.