I was so impressed by this - don't think I've ever been to a better organised event. It shows what's possible with the will and money to make public transport the default option in Birmingham

🌞As the sun beams down we might be finding ourselves spending more time outside But did you know it can be vital for your physical and mental health? Read Anna's story where she also shares some tips that might help us all 👇 getyourselfactive.org/story/an-autum…

The new £3,549 'cap' for October 1st is based on a household with typical consumption and = a direct debit of £300 per month, it is not a cap on the maximum on a total bill, as the total is based on usage. youtu.be/5no3Sxfq9Vk #EnergyCrisis

🗣️"We know how important it is for all children to be able to connect with nature and to have fun, safe and accessible spaces to play and be active." Please read our latest blog with Groundwork UK about the importance of greens spaces for all👇 getyourselfactive.org/story/green-sp…

Despite the energy price freeze plan, some neighbourhoods will see almost total #fuelpoverty this winter. Liz Truss must go further to help those most in need and those areas desperate for better #energyefficiency in their homes. endfuelpoverty.org.uk/almost-total-f…

We've cleverly chosen a quiet news morning to publish this new report...

Key difference with Germany is the energy efficiency of our housing stock. Only way to make this work would be a large scale programme of home retrofit, so that people can use less energy while staying warm and healthy

The chancellors announcement today will create more stress and uncertainty for households already concerned with rising fuel costs...

Prioritising green infrastructure can make UK Shared Prosperity Fund investments go further, says policy & research lead Groundwork UK Fay Holland ➡️bit.ly/3TJTGw1 #localgov

🚨 NEW: Over 60 charities have come together to write to the new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, demanding more support for the 7 million UK households currently in fuel poverty: warmthiswinter.org.uk/get-involved/o… Warm This Winter End Fuel Poverty Coalition

Today we increase our call for an end to the forced transfer of people onto more expensive pre-payment #energy meters. Whether by court order or by smart meter, energy firms' actions must not lead to people "self-disconnecting" from their power. endfuelpoverty.org.uk/immediate-ban-…

What can the further education and skills sector do about diversity in the green economy? Luckily - lots!

Grozone Community Garden in #Northwich wants to grow more food on site to help those having to choose between eating & heating. You can help, by making a donation (via link), or by simply sharing this post to raise awareness of Grozone's work. spacehive.com/grozone?search…

Insulating homes would help UK achieve net zero, building experts tell ministers theguardian.com/society/2022/d…

❗️The Government has announced it plans to REDUCE the support available for vulnerable households in #fuelpoverty next winter. That’s on top of an increase in #energybills from 1 April. The cuts will leave even more people in cold damp homes next winter. endfuelpoverty.org.uk/government-ann…

60 amazing nature-focused roles up for grabs to young people looking to start their careers in the sector - take a gander! #NewToNature

Do you know someone aged 18- 25 who's keen to get paid experience in a nature-focussed role? We're recruiting for an Urban Green Project Assistant based in Brum. Closes 17 Feb 12pm. Learn more bit.ly/3Hjs2m5 #NewtoNature

(1/2) Today Defra UK announced that it wants everyone to have green space within 15-minutes’ walk of home. We agree – but there’s lots of work to do to make it happen. Here’s what our CEO Graham Duxbury had to say:

Last month, Fay Holland, Senior Energy Policy Advisor at Energy Systems Catapult, addressed the Energy Security & Net Zero Select Committee on heating our homes. 🏡🔥 Watch the full discussion here: loom.ly/VEliV-Y Unscroll for key insights 👇

Fay Holland Energy Systems Catapult Key takeaways: 🏡 We must empower local areas for a smooth #NetZero transition 💡 Access to personalised, impartial advice is crucial 🌿 Outcome-focused policies drive home decarbonisation