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Climate change and environment

Give back to nature and discover the history of Ham Lands this World Habitats Day

From Monday 7 to Saturday 12 October, our Parks team is partnering with Friends of Ham Lands and Habitats & Heritage to run a week of community litter picks and a free nature talk.

Council news | 02 Oct 24

Bid for a unique piece of art at charity auction

Until Saturday 28 September, Habitats & Heritage is running an online Secret Art Auction to raise funds for their local nature and heritage conservation work.

Community news | Habitats & Heritage | 25 Sept 24

Take part in the Fairtrade Fortnight

We’re encouraging residents to get involved in this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight to raise awareness of the farmers behind our food.

Council news | 12 Sept 24

Share your views on our new climate strategy

During September and October, we are hosting a series of interactive workshops for locals to feed into our new climate strategy being developed to cover the next five years.

Council news | 11 Sept 24

Explore simple steps for a big impact at Climate Chat in the Church

On Tuesday 17 September, come along to St Luke’s Church and hear about practical advice on the small things we can all do to fight climate change and take care of the environment.

Community news | St Luke’s Church | 11 Sept 24

Take part in earth education workshop and training this September

Whether you're an environmental and outdoor educator or simply passionate about our planet, you can join GreenWise People’s earth education workshop and forest school leader and assistant training.

Community news | GreenWise People | 10 Sept 24

Come and have your say about the future of Richmond upon Thames

We are inviting residents to have their voices heard at the upcoming Community Conversation event, scheduled for Tuesday 24 September 2024, from 6.30 to 9pm at Clarendon Hall, York House, Twickenham.

Council news | 05 Sept 24

Donate your clothes for good causes

This September, charity retailer Traid is running a free home clothing collection scheme where residents can donate clothes, shoes, accessories and household linens to help fund good causes in the fashion industry.

Community news | Traid | 05 Sept 24

Enjoy an eco-focused rugby match this Sunday

On 8 September, earth-friendly rugby team Green Gazelles Rugby Club is hosting The Big Green Clash to kick climate change into touch by raising awareness and funds for charity.

Community news | Green Gazelles Rugby Club | 04 Sept 24

Teddington Library Community Garden receives award for enhancing local environment

Teddington Library Community Garden received the ‘Love Where You Live’ award for their outstanding efforts in enhancing community engagement and providing health and wellbeing benefits through horticulture.

Community news | Squire’s Garden Centres Twickenham | 04 Sept 24

New measures to help protect poultry industry from bird flu

The introduction of new registration requirements means that bird keepers have to register their birds and update their records annually.

Council news | 03 Sept 24

Leave the car parked this Car Free Day

Sunday 22 September is World Car Free Day, which provides the opportunity to experience some of our streets traffic-free, moving the focus to people and getting around in other ways where possible.

Council news | 02 Sept 24

Repair and Share with Kew the Transition

On Saturday 14 September, Kew the Transition's volunteer repairers will offer their time and advice to help the community have a go at reviving broken items.

Community news | Kew the Transition | 28 Aug 24

Green approach to address Barnes Common flooding

Community BlueScapes has launched installation of two new reedbeds in Barnes Common to reduce flooding and attract new wildlife to the area.

Council news | 05 Aug 24

Help protect the water voles at Crane Park

Through a two-year-long project, 137 water voles have been successfully reintroduced to Crane Park.

Council news | 05 Aug 24

Funding available to protect communities and properties from flooding

Community BlueScapes has launched a £30,000 grant programme, offering up to £1000 per person or £5000 per organisation in the Beverley Brook catchment area to help adapt to climate change.

Council news | 22 Jul 24

Spot chimpanzee statues in Richmond

Until Saturday 31 August, residents and visitors are invited to explore a specially crafted 'Chimps are Family' trail.

Community news | Be Richmond | 22 Jul 24

Come to free summer talks exploring nature

This summer, residents are invited to join Barnes Common Limited for a series of talks exploring nature, growing and ecology.

Community news | Barnes Common Limited | 16 Jul 24

New scheme launched to get people talking about climate and sustainability

We have launched an innovative ‘Community Reporting’ scheme, which will ensure the views and opinions of people across the borough directly inform our new Climate Strategy for 2025-2030.

Council news | 11 Jul 24