Climate Action needn't be confusing
Climate Action can be easy! It simply means doing small things like saving energy, using less stuff, and reusing things where we can.
Climate Action needn't cost the Earth
Climate action can be affordable! We can save money while saving the planet. Using less energy and reducing waste actually cost less. It’s a win-win for our wallets and the world.
Climate Action isn't just for others
Climate action isn't exclusive to governments or big businesses; communities can make a difference too. When we work together, we can do things that we could never achieve on our own.
Communities can make a difference
All over Scotland, people are getting together and doing something to make a difference. Crucially, everything they are doing is good for community as well as climate. Check out some of these examples.
Porty Cargo Bike Library
Bairnecessities Baby Bank Network
Bairnecessities Baby Bank Network
Porty Community Energy set up a Cargo Bike Library and Active Travel Hub on the Prom in Portobello. Local people can hire an eCargo Bike or eBike for a day, come to led-rides, cycle training, get public transport information and arrange car sharing with other local people. Whatever people need to reduce the miles travelled by private car!
Bairnecessities Baby Bank Network
Bairnecessities Baby Bank Network
Bairnecessities Baby Bank Network
Bairnecessities in Aberdeenshire takes in pre-loved items from local families and re-distributes them to those in need via a network of referral partners including Health Visitors, Midwives, Social Workers, homeless charities, domestic violence shelters and refugee organisations. This reduces waste and helps people on low incomes. Bairnecessities is 100% volunteer-run and relies on the generosity of families and local businesses donating items, money and time to ensure local families can rely on this valuable service.
Got a Bright Idea?
We know that local people are already doing lots of things that can contribute to climate action.
We’re also SURE that there’s a thousand good ideas. Maybe you have one. Maybe you’d welcome a bit of help to explore the possibility and maybe make it happen? If so, our Community Development workers would love to hear from you.