2010
Cancun COP: Ecological vs Political Reality
Political reality way ahead on points at start of round 16 Read more “Cancun COP: Ecological vs Political Reality”
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TCK TCK TCK TEAMS UP WITH “HARMONY” IN UNPRECEDENTED…
Partnership brings movie’s themes to world-wide audience with mosaic:EARTH, online call-to-action NEW YORK, NY – Today, the TckTckTck global alliance announced a partnership with Harmony: a new way of looking at our world, a film inspired by HRH The Prince of Wales, to bring the themes of the movie to a world-wide audience and to ignite action. Read more “TCK TCK TCK TEAMS UP WITH “HARMONY” IN UNPRECEDENTED GLOBAL CALL-TO-ACTION”
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TCW and Bristol Energy Network to Host Community Energy…
Saturday 27th November, Cabot Circus, Bristol The Converging World (TCW) and Bristol Energy Network (BEN) are hosting a community energy open day at the new Start Living green advice centre in Cabot Circus. Read more “TCW and Bristol Energy Network to Host Community Energy Open Day”
2010
TCW Presents to Communities in South Gloucestershire
On 27th October, TCW presented at South Gloucestershire’s Environment Forum in Bradley Stoke. Community groups and local councillors were there to hear about the council’s progress in reducing its carbon emissions and its future plans. Read more “TCW Presents to Communities in South Gloucestershire”
2010
Schumacher Conference 2010: Zero Carbon Britain 2030
Another Hugely Inspiring Day from Schumacher Society and CAT”Yes We Can” was the message from The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT). They presented their recent report ‘Zero Carbon Britain 2030’ (ZCB) to an enthusiastic Council House audience, showing that this challenge can be met, if we make the decision to do so. Read more “Schumacher Conference 2010: Zero Carbon Britain 2030”
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Hermann Scheer – The Passing of a Pioneer
This week saw the very sad death of Dr Hermann Scheer, in many ways the father figure of German renewable energy, and a hugely influential figure worldwide. He was a fighter who seemed to relish his battles, and an inspirational, irreplaceable character. Hermann died unexpectedly on Thursday the 14th of October, aged just 66 years old. Read more “Hermann Scheer – The Passing of a Pioneer”
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Royal Opening for Bristol’s Start Living
HRH Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall cut the ribbon on new sustainability advice centre’Start Living’ is Bristol’s new green advice centre, dedicated to encouraging everyone in the UK to lead more sustainable lives and use natural resources more efficiently. Read more “Royal Opening for Bristol’s Start Living”
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Bristol Energy Network Holds Inaugural Meeting
New Community Energy Network Formed in Bristol There are now so many community groups, organisations and people active in community energy projects in Bristol that we are forming a network. The Easton Energy Group convened the first meeting of the Bristol Energy Network on the 7th of October at Hamilton House, Stokes Croft. Read more “Bristol Energy Network Holds Inaugural Meeting”
2010
Bristol ‘Guide to Good Living’ Coming Soon
TCW supports new book showcasing Bristol’s green credentials Out next month is a guidebook which explores the good living and green activities happening here in Bristol, painting a picture of a city passionate about sustainable living. Bristol – A guide to good living maps the city along new lines in eight sections that feature tours, case studies, directory listings and a pull-out illustrated map. Read more “Bristol ‘Guide to Good Living’ Coming Soon”
2010
New Adaptation Report Forthcoming
Climate Change Adaptation Study Finds Existing Research InadequateAs part of our work in Tamil Nadu, India, we are interested in looking at the issue of climate change adaptation in the region. Lizzie Wain, a recent science graduate from Bristol, became involved with The Converging World earlier this year through a common interest in this subject. She has produced a new study which reviews and assesses current research in terms of how well it might guide an adaptation strategy for the region. Read more “New Adaptation Report Forthcoming”