EVENT - Your Green Future - Worcester WR2

We've been invited to an event designed to inspire the next generations...

Junkk.com will be on hand to show as many reuse ideas from the site as we can squeeze in the car, and look forward to with luck getting the kids' imaginations fired up.

Small caveat... not too sure, but it looks like it may be invitation based, so call to check before turning up. There's a form to apply on the website.

WHAT: Your Green Future - New Opportunities in a Changing World

WHERE - University of Worcester, Riverside Building, 113 Hylton Road, Worcester, WR2 5JN

WHEN - Thursday 5 June and Friday 6 June 2014

COST - As we always like it... FREE!

Parking: Parking is available. 
  
TIMING: All day

Events/Agenda - From the event PR:

This event is for schools in Worcestershire and Herefordshire. 

The event provides a unique opportunity for 11 to 19 year olds to explore, with business, the growing opportunities in a low carbon, resilient future. 

School students will work with over 30 businesses and education and training providers in professionally developed interactive workshops. They will explore cutting edge innovation, develop business ideas for food and fasion products, negotiate a new climate change agreement, and reduce a settlements energy needs

URL : http://yourgreenfuture.org.uk/events/worcester-2014

It will be a welcome return for Junkk.com to the University, as their Research Department were the ones who conducted a highly valuable, positive market survey on the potential of RE:tie commercially a few years' ago.

EVENT - Health, Wealth and Green Living - The Courtyard Hereford - 6 May

I should mention that Junkk.com will have a stand, which will look pretty much like the last time we were there:

Certainly caught the eye of event guest Vince Cable, MP.

There will be new 'reuse' ideas on display of course.

It is also a business networking event, so this time our main thrust will be to seek partnerships to turn creative second use concepts into viable, sustainable profit centres.

We're especially interested to chat with social enterprises with workforces keen and/or skilled in arts & crafts, to look at synergies for mutual reward. Plus funding agencies or those with complementary talents, such as marketing, sales, business, etc.

WHAT: Health, Wealth and Green Living - Greenlinks Green Biz Event with H&W Chamber of Commerce 

WHERE - The Courtyard, Hereford, HR4 9JR
WHEN - on  Tuesday May 6th after work

COST - As we always like it... FREE!

Parking: Parking is available. 
  
TIMING: 6.00pm doors open for the evening until 9pm

Events/Agenda - From the event PR:

6.00pm Exhibition Opens

7.00pm Guests to auditorium

7.15pm Welcome from Chamber of Commerce

Introduction from Henry Jerwood, representing Eco Business West Midlands

Simon Crowfoot, Ecotricity, including Q&A

8.30-9.00pm Exhibition re-opens

9.00pm Event Close

This year our guest speaker is Simon Crowfoot, MD of Ecotricity's 'Electric Highway' project which has installed recharging points for Electric Vehicles in every motorway service station in the UK.

Now that the last obstacle to electrifying our transport system has been removed, we are on the brink of a transport revolution - and the implications for both individuals and businesses are enormous.
Come and find out what the issues are, and take a look at some of the exciting new designs of electric cars which are about to take over transport in the future!

Tickets for Simon's illustrated talk £5 from The Courtyard Box Office 01432 340 555

URL : http://www.hwchamber.co.uk/events/special-events/green-business-showcase-06-05-2014

EVENT UPDATE - Sir Grow-A-Lot Open Day - Aug 31 - HR Postcode

Update:

It was a lovely, and great day, all round. A few images:

 Cider Making Demo

 Oat Cuisine

 Entry to the fields

 The site (before folk arrived)

Phoenix J & Manu - an awesome duo

30/08/13

OK, it's tomorrow, and I have been garnering a bit more info to help one and all see what's going to be on offer.

We shall be there, mob-handed, supporting the event but also accompanied by Phoenix J, who has kindly agreed to perform two (possibly three as one band has unfortunately dropped out) sets from the 'stage' (undercover roof.... if maybe a stretch to call it an indoor stadium, but close..ish) throughout the day.

WHAT:  Sir Grow-A-Lot Open day

WHERE - at one with nature (see below)

WHEN - on Saturday 31st August 2013. Even the weather is looking good! Fingers crossed.

COST - As we always like it... FREE!

Venue: Model Farm, Hildersley; within easy walking distance of Ross-on-Wye

 Entrance

Exit

The Venue - Note St Marys in background

Parking: Parking is available. Lots. There'll be an 'IN' and an 'OUT', with a massive field so there should be no issues getting in, or out. 
  
TIMING: Starts at 11.00am,  Ends at 6.00pm.  

Events/Agenda - From the PR:

The Sir Grow-a-Lot is but the latest of Ross-based EnviroAbility’s local community-based social enterprise projects. Significant lottery funding has been carefully marshaled to create a truly innovative ‘green’ oasis within walking distance of the heart of town.

And now as the seeds of its vision sprout in tangible form, with buildings and facilities in place, what better time to celebrate what’s been achieved and what all in Ross are welcome to be part of and enjoy. You can create your own micro-enterprise, sell produce or simply indulge in more modest allotment growing for personal satisfaction… or a healthier pot and wallet! Educational visits from schools are always welcome to learn all about sustainable organic growing.

Set in the bucolic, idyllic surroundings of the Model Farm, the open day programme is packed with entertainment, freebies, information and all manner of other goodies.

There’s a Mixed Meat BBQ Roast, Cake Stall, Card-making, Cookery Demos, Tombola, Tours, Horticultural & Eco Talks & Workshops taking place throughout the day, plus kids’ entertainment like ‘Splat-the-Rat & ‘Fishing for Ducks’.

There will also be day-long music performances by some real local talent, including award-winning international recording artist Phoenix J & Manu Song (Richard Berenger advised as sadly cancelled) see play list for show times).

Ross is fast acquiring an awesome, deserved reputation for summer fair, Trade fair & Fairtrade fun and frolics outings for all the family. There’s lot’s happening this last bank holiday weekend; so make sure the Sir Grow-A-Lot  Open day is down on your list to play a major part!

11am - Opens

1pm – 1^st performance – Phoenix J (approx 30mins)

2pm – 2^nd band performance – Manu Song or Phoenix J (to cover for missing band)

3pm – 3^rd band performance –  Phoenix J or Manu Song ( to cover for missing band)

4pm – 4^th & final show of the day - Phoenix J 

Local PR

Contact: 01989 763388 info@sir-grow-a-lot.org.uk

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sir-Grow-a-Lot/530431936984577 
https://www.facebook.com/events/147509035446060/

Cable professes cable idea to be ‘brilliant’

Caption: Dr. Cable clearly surprised, if not tongue-tied, by what he has been shown by Junkk.com JunkkMale... me...  of our cable-tie from bottle cap reuse concept, ‘The RE:tie’

Sorry about that.

But he and I thought it funny.

The 'he' in question being Cabinet Business Secretary Dr. Vince Cable.

The rest I'll nick from my press release, but suffice to say karma was looking out for me when I lobbed up at a local networking lunch that led to a chat with local chamber representative which in turn lead to a rather nice opportunity being offered by a rather nice bunch....

HerefordshireGreenlinks & Chamber of Commerce hosted an event at The Courtyard yesterday, visited by MP Jesse Norman and also Business Secretary Dr. Vince Cable.

Dr. Cable toured the Green Expo, and took great interest in the many environmental concepts and businesses being exhibited, being especially complimentary later in the Q&A session, held in a packed out theatre. Replying to a question regarding business support by Junkk.com’s CEO Peter Martin, having seen their ‘RE:tie’ reuse ‘packaging strip into cable tie’ concept, Dr. Cable referred to it with the comment: ‘Brilliant ideas, such as yours’. We are sure the concept’s Cable-tie reuse feature, and brilliance, were in no way associated in the canny politician’s mind when he said that!

Says Junkk.com’s ‘Junkk Male’ CEO, Peter Martin, ‘The Secretary of State’s full remit is ‘Business, Innovation and Skills’. I think he has gained a great appreciation of how much the last two exist in Herefordshire, and in particular our little neck of the woods. As to ‘Business’, well, for us at least, two out of three is a very good start. I’m happy to note Dr. Cable’s positive shared thoughts on helping matchmaking complementary talents to create effective, sustainable, profitable environmental businesses to contribute to the growing UK green economy, at home and abroad’.

The Q&A was quite lengthy, but worthwhile, with Dr. Cable, and Coalition Government policy, challenged on many topical issues and concerns. Dr. Cable replied at length, and in some cases offered reassurance, especially in areas of support for maybe less business-savvy innovators, particularly ‘green-related’ ones, referring to possible help on mentoring via BIS Local Innovation Centres and Local Enterprise partnerships: ‘supporting areas as much as things’.

Ross-based Junkk.com is now no stranger to the House of Commons and its inhabitants, being presented there recently with a coveted 'Green Apple Award' for the RE:tie, adding to an already well stocked international collection for reuse ideas under the Junkk innovation and design banner.

Concludes Mr. Martin: ‘Going greener need not be nag or nanny; it can be truly rewarding, in £ terms too, and hence an inspiration to all. Dr. Cable’s encouragement and.. who knows… something more tangible in support terms later is great, but just as nice for me was young visitor Lucy who spent a long while asking about everything at the stand, and left saying it was all ‘awesome’ and she would tell all her friends. For a social media-based concept like Junkk.com, that… is gold… or should I say ‘greendust’!’

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Questions posed at the Q&A here http://www.herefordshiregreenlinks.info/discussion-forum/articles/articles.php and by Peter Martin here http://www.herefordshiregreenlinks.info/discussion-forum/articles/view-article.php?id=00000047

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On balance, a good time was had by all. Now, if this doesn't lead to hooking up with some money making experts... what the heck will?

DON'T MISS THE HEREFORD GREEN SHOW - MONDAY

Time for a repeat, and a post to leave up a few days...

We shall be there, with a bunch of Junkk. And, as they say, 'questions will be asked'. Well one, by me, at the Q&A.

WHAT:  Greenlinks Expo Event

WHERE - at The Courtyard

WHEN - on Monday 2nd April 2012.

Venue: The Courtyard, Edgar Street, Hereford, HR4 9JR.

Parking: Parking is located outside the courtyard and also over the road behind the Football Stadium, please note that they are Pay and Display car parks.
 
TIMING: The exhibition opens at 6.00pm,  The exhibition will end at 9.00pm. 

Agenda

4.30-5.30pm                       Set-up for Exhibitors                                    
6.00pm                                 Exhibition Opens                           
7.15pm                                 Seminar with Vince Cable starts
8.20pm                                 Seminar finishes
8.20-9.00pm                       Exhibition re-opens
9.00pm                                 Event Close

www.hwchamber.co.uk

PLUS!!!!!

GREEN BUSINESS SHOWCASE & QUESTION TIME WITH VINCE CABLE

In partnership with Herefordshire Greenlinks
Monday 2nd April, 6.00-9.45pm, Courtyard, Hereford, HR4 9JR
Question Time with Vince Cable: £5.00
To post your questions to Vince Cable simply log onto www.herefordshiregreenlinks.info and visit the discussion forum page.
For more information contact the Events Team on events@hwchamber.co.uk / 0845 641 1641.
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NEWS/Commercial PR - Liftshare Week, 4-8 Oct

I do so love it when they write themselves.

Especially in a good cause.

I like to think off myelf not so much as lazy, but more into not wasting perfectly good resources. From the sharing horsepower's mouth:

Just as Junkk is all about match-making - and sharing to avoid waste - so is liftshare.com. So we want to tell you about an event they’ve got coming up which can help you to slash your CO2 emissions, save a load of money and make some new buddies into the bargain...

It’s the first ever liftshare Week from 4-8 October, and the aim is to help as many people as possible discover the benefits of car-sharing. The typical commuter who car-shares every day saves around £800 a year and a tonne of CO2, not to mention reducing their stress levels and having more fun.

To take part in liftshare Week, just sign up to the free www.liftshare.com website and search for someone else going your way so that you can share the journey. You only have to do it on the days that suit you, and you can either take turns driving or - if one of you doesn’t have their own car - the passenger(s) can contribute to the driver’s petrol costs. Everyone wins.

(Oh, and if you’re allowed to spread the word at work by sticking some posters up at your office, you can download them from www.liftshareWeek.com!)

EVENT - 'Be Part of the Solution' - OX

EVENT/COMPETITION(ish)

WHEN: Deadline/April 6, Oxford, UK
WHAT: UnLtd 'Be Part of the Solution'
WHAT... MORE?: From the blurb:

UnLtd and UnLtdWorld are teaming up to offer a new kind of support to the UK's environment entrepreneurs - we're going to 'crowd-source' answers to challenges you may be facing.

HOW MUCH: Free, I am guessing, if you 'win'
URL: http://unltdworld.com/blog/view.php?id=217
COMMENTS: More blurb:

If you're one of the 3 selected, we'll ask participants at the OxfordJam event on 15 April and members of online communities, such as UnLtdWorld, Twitter and more to Be Part of the Solution

Having a punt myself, so we'll see:)

EVENT - IP - Greenfest 09

EVENT

WHEN: Tuesday Sept 22
WHAT: Greenfest 09, West Suffolk College
WHAT... MORE?:
HOW MUCH: Free, I think
URL: Not sure yet... try this: http://www.westsuffolk-ac.co.uk/general/contact_us.php
COMMENTS:Cripes, doesn't time pass quickly. Junkk is going to be there as an exhibitor, and it was an age ago that we were kindly invited. Yet here it is upon us. If you are in the vicinity, and allowed (I'm sure it is open to all)* do come and say hi, and see our latest reuse ideas on show.

*Ooops. It isn't. At least not yet. Just back from hols to note comment from organiser Amy. Sorry for the mis-info.

EVENT - LONDON - British Invention Show 09

EVENT

WHEN: 14-17 Oct
WHAT: The 9th British Invention, Innovation & Technology Show
WHAT... MORE?: From the blurb:

Inventions from around the globe are set to battle it out at the World Invention Awards & Exhibition in London. Entries already include a diverse array of unique ideas.

The three-and-a-half-day show, now in its ninth year, is run in association with the British Inventors Society and enjoys support from government partners including the IPO (Formally the UK patent office) and business link.

A panel of 18 judges from the British Inventor’s Society will put ecological and social benefits to mankind, as well as design, ingenuity and originality to the test, culminating in the presentation of the coveted British Invention, Innovation and Design of the Year Awards.
HOW MUCH: Various - for what it is, more than reasonable. See site:
URL: http://www.britishinventionshow.com/show/index.html
COMMENTS: And the best bit is... Junkk.com will be there, with the RE:tie. They have now kindly designated a 'green ideas' section. This is a great event. We attended once before, and even picked up a gong. But what makes it special is the atmosphere. There are all manner of folk with all manner of ideas. And the last time I was there I met many new chums... and useful contacts.

EVENT - CM - Eco Innovate 09

EVENT

WHEN: October 21st 2009
WHAT: Eco Innovate 09, Towerlands Park, Essex
WHAT... MORE?: From blurb - Business-to-business event promoting the use of innovative, environmental solutions. Will showcase products and services that can help businesses become more resource efficient, sustainable and ultimately more profitable.
HOW MUCH: Delegate Ticket
£55 (earlybird until August 28th)
URL: http://www.ecoinnovate.co.uk/index.php
COMMENTS: Possibly a bit for, pricey and B2B for us, but then again....

EVENT - LONDON - UK Aware

MONTH - This... er... today

FIELD: Enviro-related
WHEN: 17-18 April
WHAT: UK Aware '09
WHAT... MORE?: From the site blurb: the UK's only green lifestyle exhibition for people who want to learn how to reduce their carbon emissions [No so sure that's quiet true, but never mind]
WHERE: Olympia
WHO: Not Junkk.com!!!! So, no super reuse input, the silly billies.
HOW: As far as I'm aware, it's free if you register.
URL: http://www.ukaware.com/
COMMENTS: Now there's the thing. I only remembered when a little doo-dad popped up to tell me I was going. Well, it appears I am not, as I forgot. Frankly I am not too worried. All-day trips to London are not good on time and pocket poor eco-warriors. But I'd say the website worth a scope to see if it's worth a vizzy if you are already there.

If anyoen goes and has a review I'd be happy to share.

This is posted as a blog feature.

EVENT - GL - A Crash Course on Climate Change

WHEN:

Tewkesbury
Wednesday 18th March, 6-9pm
Tewkesbury Borough Council Offices,

Cirencester
Thursday 19th March, 6-9pm
Cotswold District Council Chamber,

Forest of Dean (Coleford)
Tuesday 24th March, 6-9pm
Royal Forest of Dean College,

Gloucester
Thurs 26th March, 6-9pm
Gloucester Guildhall,
23 Eastgate St

WHAT: A Crash Course on Climate Change
WHERE: See above
WHAT... MORE?: All you ever wanted to know about global warming but were afraid to ask
If the science is so certain, why do so many people remain unconvinced? How will climate change affect the UK and the rest of the world? Can it be stopped and who should do it?

All answered with a recipe mixing expert knowledge, group discussion and pair work. Featuring scientists with a gift for communication and popular climate change journalists, George Monbiot and Mark Lynas, these experts guide participants through the issues with short video presentations. Leave feeling inspired and confident with a personal strategy for tackling climate change.

HOW MUCH: Not Free, sadly.
£12 for individuals (concessions available),
£24 charities and local authorities,
£35 businesses.

URL: www.vision21.org.uk
COMMENTS: I might try and attend but that entry fee is a tad steep on top of the journey.

EVENT - LONDON - Ecobuild

WHEN: March 3-5,
WHAT: Ecobuild
WHERE: Earl's Court, London
WHAT... MORE?: Ecobuild is the world’s biggest event dedicated to sustainable design, construction and the built environment

HOW MUCH: Free!
URL: http://www.ecobuild.co.uk/
COMMENTS: Too late; too far for me. Next year!

EVENT - HR - Climate Change Event - Ross-on-Wye

With all due apologies to those not 'local'.

I know this is now a national, even internationally-read blog, so I hope putting the postcode in the title will suffice for now until I can figure a better system (which I think will need to be on the main site)

WHEN: March 4, 2-3.30PM
WHAT: Herefordshire Council Climate Change Event
WHERE: Ross Library (note for those in Hay, there are other venues & dates)
WHAT... MORE?: Antonia Fitch, Herefordshire Council's sustainability officer, says, 'No background knowledge of climate change is needed and we want people to share their own experiences about how the issues are affecting their own families. We are working hard to raise awareness of the issues but also want to hear directly from county residents so we can target our actions to meet what they need.

HOW MUCH: Free
URL: Courtesy of Wyenot.com
COMMENTS: I'll definitely try and attend.

EVENT - HR - Herefordshire Greenlinks Public Event and Green Business Expo

WHEN: Tuesday 17 March 2009 7.30 pm - 10 pm
WHAT: Health, Wealth, and Green Living
WHERE: The Courtyard, Hereford
WHAT... MORE?: From the site:
Public Event & Greenlinks Exhibition
Come and join the 400 businesses, public, media, and panel of well known speakers
discussing innovative ways to beat the recession and develop a vibrant local economy.
After the panel speakers, the discussion groups will focus on the stand holders and speakers, giving opportunities for everyone to get to know a growing network of green businesses and enthusiastic supporters.

7:30 pm
Panel discussion and questions with:
Alistair Sawday, Sawday Publishing
Elaine Brook, Gaia Partnership & Greenlinks
Satish Kumar, Resurgence Magazine
Brigit Strawbridge, TV's 'Not Easy Being Green'
Stewart Walllis, New Economics Foundation
Bianca Madison, Celebrity health advisor
Geoff Hughes, Head of Regeneration, Herefordshire Council

8:40pm
Small-group discussions focused on stand-holders and speakers, with people moving on every 12 minutes to ensure maximum networking.
Emerging 'good ideas' will be posted on a giant banner above the stands

HOW MUCH: Main House Event £6 or £3 from Box Office 01432 340 555
URL: http://www.herefordshiregreenlinks.info/Latest/health-wealth-and-green-living.html
COMMENTS: I'll definitely try and attend. May even be seduced by a stand

EVENT - Innocent Village Fete

WHEN: Saturday 2nd August and Sunday 3rd August 2008
WHAT: Innocent Village Fete
WHERE: Regent's Park, London
WHAT... MORE?: From the PR:

Now in its second year, the fete is a great day out for all the family and the perfect way to while away the hours on a hot summer’s day (fingers crossed for lots of sunshine). It all starts at 11am and runs until 7pm. So, pencil it in your diary, scribble it on your hand and tell all your friends. It’s going to be great - that nice duck herding man is already booked and raring to go.

Over the weekend, you’ll be able to indulge in the following fete pursuits: welly-wanging, duck herding, dog agility (just for dogs), coconut shy, ferret racing, Morris dancing, old fashioned funfair rides, cream teas, home-made cakes, tombola, a band stand and lots more.

There will also be a dedicated kids’ zone with kids’ food stalls, rides, a petting zoo and a special reading area from our favourite children’s book publishers Puffin.

And there'll be lots of life’s necessities too: a huge farmers’ market (with stalls from Borough Market), live music from a host of artists including,The James Taylor Quartet, Imelda May, The Fairey Band, The Ukulele Orchestra, The Boy Least Likely To and many more, an Acoustic Bandstand, our patented al fresco ballroom, a picnic area, a knitting tent, arts and crafts, massages and a feel good area if it all gets a bit much. There’ll also be lots of smoothies to taste.

The fete is a non profit making event that supports Samaritans, Friends of the Earth, Wellchild and the innocent foundation.

HOW MUCH: Tickets are £7.50 for adults and £3.50 for kids (plus £1.50 adult booking fee / £1 kids booking fee) and are available via Ticketmaster.
URL: http://www.innocentvillagefete.com/
COMMENTS: Wished we lived in London!

EVENT - Bristol Design Festival/Eco-Design Show

UPDATED INFO

WHEN: From the now 'til at least July 6, if not a bit longer, like the 18th (tbc - now confirmed!)
WHAT: Bristol Design Festival - Eco Design Show
WHAT... MORE?: The Bristol Design Festival is an annual celebration of creativity, design and innovation in Bristol and the South West. Presented by a group of volunteers who believe passionately about design and the city of Bristol. They believe it is about time Bristol and the South West got the recognition it deserves as a region of design excellence and a hub of creativity. The Eco-design show is pretty much a 'does what it says on the tin' 'off-broadway' event around this. And offers a nice RE-use complement to the predominantly RE-cycle theme of the venue.
HOW MUCH: Free
URL: http://www.bristoldesignfestival.com/
COMMENTS:

As part of this, Junkk.com is proud to have been invited to have a presence at the 'Eco-design' show.

This runs from now to Friday 18 July, 9-18.00. Best to call first. 0117 925 0505

It is located at The CREATE Centre, Smeaton Road, Bristol BS1, 6XN

As you'll see, ours more of a small demo stand, but there are bits and bobs, and some other nifty stuff. Frankly, not worth a city to city jaunt for the show alone, but as the pictures will show, the centre itself is in a heck of a nice setting, easy to access and has (I know, tsk) good parking. Well worth a call if you are a Bristol resident to see you tax dollars and LA-greenophilia at work.

EVENT - UK Aware show 2008

MONTH - May

STOP PRESS!!!! - 2 for 1 online booking offer - use code IT241

FIELD: Enviro-related
WHEN: 10-11 May
WHAT:UK Aware show 2008
WHAT... MORE?: Green ideas for everyday living
WHERE: Barbican... London... again
WHO: Co-blogger Dave of Solarventi is exhibiting there!
HOW: £5
URL: http://www.ukaware.com/index.php?sub=1
COMMENTS: Looks like another nice day out!

EVENT - Homes4Good '08

MONTH - This!

FIELD: Enviro-related
WHEN: 28-29 March
WHAT:Homes4Good '08
WHAT... MORE?: Showing ways to create sustainable buildings: from constructing buildings using local, natural materials, energy efficiency measures and renewable energy technology, to promoting lifestyles that help reduce consumption, save energy and make sustainable living easy.
WHERE: Showering Pavilion at the Bath and West’s royal county showground
WHO: Well, at the very least co-blogger Dave of Solarventi is exhibiting there!
HOW: £5
URL: http://www.ecostrust.org.uk/h4g/index.html
COMMENTS: Looks like a nice day out!

EVENT - Ask Hilary Benn MP the questions you've always wanted answered

First, I had one of my own. And yes, it is... to you... £5-700 a pop.

Usually I'd put this in our format. But as they have kindly laid it out in the PR, here you go:

Mitigating and Adapting to Climate Change

Practical steps for implementing and mainstreaming your carbon reduction strategy
Tuesday 13th May 2008, Central London

Keynote Speaker – Hilary Benn MP
Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

“Councils have the democratic legitimacy to bring together local public bodies, businesses and communities in partnerships. They also offer to influence how citizens behave. Councils must become exemplars of sustainability to be able to influence the behaviour of others.”
James McGregor, NLGN, October 2007

Local Government Chronicle and New Local Government Network recognise the fundamental importance that local authorities play in fighting climate change and its effects. Mitigating and Adapting to Climate Change goes beyond the rhetoric and brings you concrete, practical solutions for planning, preventing and adjusting to climate change.

Expert contributors include:
Hillary Benn MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Ray Morgan, Chief Executive, Woking Borough Council
Tim German, Director, Cornwall Sustainable Energy Partnership
Deborah Fox, Director – Public Sector Programme, Forum for the Future
Philip Mind, Senior Policy Consultant, Local Government Association
Attend this conference to hear guidance and learn more about:
Establishing strong leadership and full commitment to climate change issues within your organisation
Involving your partners to implement an active climate change strategy
How the new climate change performance indicators will affect your ratings
Developing sustainable procurement to tackle climate change in your organisation
With specific sessions focussing on waste management, planning and energy all services you provide that potentially affect climate change are covered. Attend this event and gain a comprehensive view of the current challenges, enabling you to formulate your own effective climate change strategy.

Sadly, I won't be going. Talk is not as cheap as I thought.