Free eco-electronics workshops for budding scientists

This August, come along to fun, hands-on workshops where children can build carbon dioxide monitors and test the air around them.

Dr Renee, founder of Science Owl, is hosting free workshops across the borough for children aged 8 and over to learn how to build carbon dioxide monitors from scratch, then use them to measure nearby air quality.

Don't worry if you don't know anything about electronics. Dr Renee was a complete beginner when she started learning too. Come along and explore the air around you!

Workshop dates

Workshops are taking place in libraries across the borough.

Twickenham

• Date: Wednesday 12 August
• Time: 3 to 4.30pm
• Location: Twickenham Library

Register for the Twickenham Library workshop.

East Sheen

• Date: Friday 21 August
• Time: 3 to 4.30pm
• Location: East Sheen Library

Register for the East Sheen Library workshop.

Teddington

• Date: Monday 24 August
• Time: 3 to 4.30pm
• Location: Teddington Library

Register for the Teddington Library workshop.

Climate action microgrants

This event is supported by our climate action microgrant scheme. Have a green initiative you would like to grow next? The next application deadline is Friday 28 August 2026.

Learn more about how to apply for a climate action microgrant.