Events of Climate Week so far...
contains links to live-streams or further reading
Saturday 18th March 2017
Fraserburgh Cycle Ride by Aberdeenshire Council - Rangers
11.00am start
Enjoy a pleasant 14 mile cycle along quiet roads on the outskirts of Fraserburgh and back along the Formartine & Buchan Way. This route is deemed moderate, so some cycling experience is necessary. Free event but adults only and booking is essential.
Meet: Fraserburgh Esplanade – Nearest postcode: AB43 9TB
Contact: Banff & Buchan Ranger 01261 813299 banffandbuchan.ranger@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Science and Climate Change in an Alternative Facts World: A Panel Debate by University of Aberdeen /
10:00 – 12:00 at: University of Aberdeen
During British Science Week and Climate Week, it is an appropriate time to examine the role of science, and our understanding of climate change, in a world where alternative facts are seen by some to have the same currency as real facts. Leading UK Climate Change scientists will present short talks examining the importance of science and evidence for policy making, the role of science in understanding climate change, the Paris Agreement, and what might happen if the US withdraws from the Paris Agreement.
PLEASE REGISTER HERE:.https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/11192/.
Confirmed speakers / panel members: Prof Piers Forster, University of Leeds; Dr Jo House, University of Bristol; Prof Pete Smith, University of Aberdeen; Cllr Dr Martin Ford, Co Leader of Democratic Independent & Green Group, Aberdeenshire Council.
The event was live streamed at this web address: panopto.eu.
A follow-up event may take place following the debate, involving the sharing of a communique and a presentation of the Ladybird Guide to Climate Change with a "relevant local business". Bring outdoor clothing...
Some further reading: Climate Statement of Royal Meteorological Society for Science Week.
Most of the presentation slides can be viewed here: Smith; Forster; House; Dawson.
Saturday Morning Movie for Families
10:15am to 12 noon at Alford Library
A U rated animated film about the last robot on Earth who tries to tidy all the mess that humans and robots have made. One day he becomes aware of a light probe in the sky and which leads on to new adventures for our planet loving robot
British Science Week Discovery Day by Aberdeen Science Centre
10am-4pm at Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen
Join us from 10am-4pm for a day of spectacular discovery! With researchers from the University of Aberdeen, RGU and more, and visitors from Techfest and beyond this day is sure to be packed full of family friendly fun, activities, and shows!
Donation of £1 on the door. Details of the event [here]
This is part of British Science Week (10th-19th March) – more information [here].
11.00am start
Enjoy a pleasant 14 mile cycle along quiet roads on the outskirts of Fraserburgh and back along the Formartine & Buchan Way. This route is deemed moderate, so some cycling experience is necessary. Free event but adults only and booking is essential.
Meet: Fraserburgh Esplanade – Nearest postcode: AB43 9TB
Contact: Banff & Buchan Ranger 01261 813299 banffandbuchan.ranger@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Science and Climate Change in an Alternative Facts World: A Panel Debate by University of Aberdeen /
10:00 – 12:00 at: University of Aberdeen
During British Science Week and Climate Week, it is an appropriate time to examine the role of science, and our understanding of climate change, in a world where alternative facts are seen by some to have the same currency as real facts. Leading UK Climate Change scientists will present short talks examining the importance of science and evidence for policy making, the role of science in understanding climate change, the Paris Agreement, and what might happen if the US withdraws from the Paris Agreement.
PLEASE REGISTER HERE:.https://www.abdn.ac.uk/events/11192/.
Confirmed speakers / panel members: Prof Piers Forster, University of Leeds; Dr Jo House, University of Bristol; Prof Pete Smith, University of Aberdeen; Cllr Dr Martin Ford, Co Leader of Democratic Independent & Green Group, Aberdeenshire Council.
The event was live streamed at this web address: panopto.eu.
A follow-up event may take place following the debate, involving the sharing of a communique and a presentation of the Ladybird Guide to Climate Change with a "relevant local business". Bring outdoor clothing...
Some further reading: Climate Statement of Royal Meteorological Society for Science Week.
Most of the presentation slides can be viewed here: Smith; Forster; House; Dawson.
Saturday Morning Movie for Families
10:15am to 12 noon at Alford Library
A U rated animated film about the last robot on Earth who tries to tidy all the mess that humans and robots have made. One day he becomes aware of a light probe in the sky and which leads on to new adventures for our planet loving robot
British Science Week Discovery Day by Aberdeen Science Centre
10am-4pm at Aberdeen Science Centre, 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen
Join us from 10am-4pm for a day of spectacular discovery! With researchers from the University of Aberdeen, RGU and more, and visitors from Techfest and beyond this day is sure to be packed full of family friendly fun, activities, and shows!
Donation of £1 on the door. Details of the event [here]
This is part of British Science Week (10th-19th March) – more information [here].
Sunday 19th March 2017
Udny – Pitmedden Cycle by Aberdeenshire Council - Rangers
10.30 – 12.30
A bike ride through little used country lanes, beautiful views and up moderately bracing hills (but every hill has its down-side!) 11 miles, an easy ride along mostly level ground. Free event but adults only and booking is essential.
Meet: Udny Green -postcode: AB41 7RS
Contact: Formartine Ranger 01358 726417 or 07786 021780 formartine.ranger@aberdeenshire.gov.uk.
10.30 – 12.30
A bike ride through little used country lanes, beautiful views and up moderately bracing hills (but every hill has its down-side!) 11 miles, an easy ride along mostly level ground. Free event but adults only and booking is essential.
Meet: Udny Green -postcode: AB41 7RS
Contact: Formartine Ranger 01358 726417 or 07786 021780 formartine.ranger@aberdeenshire.gov.uk.
Monday 20th March 2017
Greentease: Cultural Practices in a Post-Fossil Fuel Aberdeen by Creative Carbon Scotland
18:00 – 20:00 at The Lemon Tree, 5 West North Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5AT
How can cultural practices address a post-fossil fuel future? Join Nuno Sacramento and Dr Leslie Mabon during Aberdeen Climate Week for a special conversation addressing the intersections between culture and sustainability in Aberdeen. Nuno and Leslie will discuss with the Green Tease network key questions about Aberdeen’s future social, economic and environmental sustainability, and the role of art and art institutions in creating an independent framework for addressing these concerns. Read more and register here.
Bookbug Session with a Story themed around the Environment & Weather
2pm to 2:30pm at Portlethen Library
Central Library Exhibit: Today manned by the Aberdeen City Council Recycling Team
18:00 – 20:00 at The Lemon Tree, 5 West North Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5AT
How can cultural practices address a post-fossil fuel future? Join Nuno Sacramento and Dr Leslie Mabon during Aberdeen Climate Week for a special conversation addressing the intersections between culture and sustainability in Aberdeen. Nuno and Leslie will discuss with the Green Tease network key questions about Aberdeen’s future social, economic and environmental sustainability, and the role of art and art institutions in creating an independent framework for addressing these concerns. Read more and register here.
Bookbug Session with a Story themed around the Environment & Weather
2pm to 2:30pm at Portlethen Library
Central Library Exhibit: Today manned by the Aberdeen City Council Recycling Team
Tuesday 21st March 2017
Film Screening – “Demain" / "Tomorrow” by RGU Go Green
18:00 (6 pm) at Robert Gordon University, in the Ian Wood Building, room N118. Doors open at 5:30
Join us for a free screening of the widely acclaimed “Demain” - Faced with a future that scientists say is a great cause for concern, the film has the distinction of not giving in to catastrophism. It celebrates local activism and community projects providing inspiration and motivation for change. Read about this amazingly important film here: https://transitionnetwork.org
Climate Week themed pre-school story session for 3 and 4 year olds
2:15pm to 2:45pm at Westhill Library
Central Library Exhibit: Today manned by the Aberdeen City Council Recycling Team
18:00 (6 pm) at Robert Gordon University, in the Ian Wood Building, room N118. Doors open at 5:30
Join us for a free screening of the widely acclaimed “Demain” - Faced with a future that scientists say is a great cause for concern, the film has the distinction of not giving in to catastrophism. It celebrates local activism and community projects providing inspiration and motivation for change. Read about this amazingly important film here: https://transitionnetwork.org
Climate Week themed pre-school story session for 3 and 4 year olds
2:15pm to 2:45pm at Westhill Library
Central Library Exhibit: Today manned by the Aberdeen City Council Recycling Team
Wednesday 22nd March 2017
‘Green’ Storying Telling & Games by Aberdeen Climate Action
16:00 - 16.30pm at Cults Library
Join Alison Stuart, ACA and the Cults Librarians for a climate change themed storytelling and games session. Suitable for those between 4-7yrs old.
Talk: Local Inspiration: You Can Do It! by Aberdeen Climate Action
18:30 at Aberdeen Central Library, Adult Lending, Mezzanine Floor:
Join us for a panel of speakers with very different backgrounds, but similar goals: to reduce carbon and give back to the environment. Gain inspiration from hearing about and engaging with local community projects and learn about other community projects in the accompanying exhibition. Alone or in concert there is so much we can do to mitigate Climate Change and help our planet.;
Speakers: Alison Stuart, Director, ACA; Jane Fullerton & Jim Currie, Directors, Donside Hydro; Nicola Turner, Community Projects Officer, Keep Scotland Beautiful; Dave Simmers, CEO, CFINE; TBC, Powis Community Gardens.
Drop-In Craft Session
3:30pm to 4:30pm at Aboyne Library Build your own car of the future from recycled materials.
Central Library Exhibit: Today manned by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
16:00 - 16.30pm at Cults Library
Join Alison Stuart, ACA and the Cults Librarians for a climate change themed storytelling and games session. Suitable for those between 4-7yrs old.
Talk: Local Inspiration: You Can Do It! by Aberdeen Climate Action
18:30 at Aberdeen Central Library, Adult Lending, Mezzanine Floor:
Join us for a panel of speakers with very different backgrounds, but similar goals: to reduce carbon and give back to the environment. Gain inspiration from hearing about and engaging with local community projects and learn about other community projects in the accompanying exhibition. Alone or in concert there is so much we can do to mitigate Climate Change and help our planet.;
Speakers: Alison Stuart, Director, ACA; Jane Fullerton & Jim Currie, Directors, Donside Hydro; Nicola Turner, Community Projects Officer, Keep Scotland Beautiful; Dave Simmers, CEO, CFINE; TBC, Powis Community Gardens.
Drop-In Craft Session
3:30pm to 4:30pm at Aboyne Library Build your own car of the future from recycled materials.
Central Library Exhibit: Today manned by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
