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Communities Cut Carbon with Take the JUMP

15th November, 2023 - 16:25

Take the JUMP is a simple, clear and effective way of limiting individuals’ carbon emissions and community group Oxshott Net Zero has been putting it into practice. Based on research from the University of Leeds, Arup and C40 Cities, it quantifies the impact of individual actions and shows the most impactful changes individuals can make to live in balance with the Earth's resources.

Railway Ticket offices saved from closure

15th November, 2023 - 15:28

Proposals from train companies to close ticket offices – see Surrey Climate Commission 31 August 2023 -- have been rejected. The Commission welcomes this decision. Railway ticket offices play a vital part in ensuring this form of sustainable transport is available to as many people as possible.

Gatwick airport expansion plans: Register by 19 November to have your say

15th November, 2023 - 13:29

The public is invited to register interest in the proposed Gatwick expansion by 19 November here.

"Urgent government action needed for the climate" finds new Surrey research

26th October, 2023 - 18:01

New research involving Surrey Climate Commission finds central government should empower local government with duties and resources for climate action. Reform of the planning system is also a priority, so new developments deliver emissions reductions.

Lord Deben slams the system ahead of landmark Surrey climate event

25th September, 2023 - 17:04

Lord Deben has spoken out about the real barriers blocking effective action on climate change in the UK. Due to speak at “What’s Stopping Us Stopping Climate Change?” at Leatherhead Theatre, Surrey at 6.30pm on 28 September, he’s said,

“We are failing to deliver on climate change and the whole political system is responsible.”

“Now more than ever, this is a critical discussion around how we set up the mechanism to ensure delivery, now and in the future, no matter which party is in power.”

What’s Stopping Us Stopping Climate Change? event with Natalie Bennett, Lord Deben and Ed Straw

7th September, 2023 - 17:47

On 28th September from 6.30-8.45pm everyone concerned about climate change and what we can do about it in Surrey is invited to come to Leatherhead Theatre to an event co-hosted by the Surrey Climate Commission and the Institute for Sustainability.

Headlining the event will be Lord Deben formerly chairperson of the UK’s Climate Change Committee, together with past leader of the Green Party, Natalie Bennett, and systems thinking expert and former PWC global board member, Ed Straw.

Ticket office closures: Surrey Climate Commission responds

31st August, 2023 - 12:23

The Surrey Climate Commission is opposed to the proposal from train companies to close ticket offices. Ticket office closures will result in reduced accessibility to the rail network for many people, and risk increased carbon emissions. Read our response and have your say.

FREE Fundraising Training for community groups on 21 September

18th August, 2023 - 08:18

Surrey County Council has a number of fully-funded places for community groups and charities to join a 1-day fundraising bid-writing course. The course is run by the Directory for Social Change and free places are available to Surrey groups focused on climate and environment. It's an online course on 21 September, 10.30-4. More information below. To reserve a place please email ben.mccallan@surreycc.gov.uk 

Become a Retrofit Coordinator

17th August, 2023 - 17:57

Reskilling Opportunity – Work Towards a Retrofit Coordinator Qualification

Surrey County Council has a reskilling opportunity to allow a few Surrey residents to work toward becoming a Retrofit Coordinator. Fully-funded places are being offered to complete: