Our programme for CWNE 2020 in under construction and coming soon!
You can take a look at the full list of CWNE 2019 events to get an idea of the many fun and inspiring events we'd had:
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Throughout the week ...check what else is happening in March 2019!Newton Harrison on the Deep Wealth of this Nation: A vision for Scotland exhibition in the Gallery 17 days of exhibition!
Date: Tuesday 12th March - Thursday 28th March 2019 Time: 12pm - 4pm Organisation: The Barn in Banchory Event description: The Barn is delighted to be exhibiting this work from Newton Harrison and the Harrison Studio. Location: The Barn, Burn O Bennie, Banchory AB31 5QA Further details: No booking required, free event Stall at Aberdeen Health Village whole week! Date: Wednesday 13th March - Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 7:30am - 5:30pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Health & Social Care Partnership Event description: This will consist of a table and display wall with leaflets, posters and more information for people to look at and pick up. The Health Village is open from Monday to Friday 7.30am - 5.30pm (clinics and services for the public are between 9am and 5pm). Location: Aberdeen Health Village, 50 Frederick Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5HY Further details: No booking required, free event. Pecha Kucha before climate week! Date: Thursday 14th March 2019 Time: 6am - 7pm Organisation: Aberdeen University Event description: Join Pecha Kucha for an evening of fast paced visual talks exploring themes related to the environment. Hear about the exciting projects/research going on in Aberdeen. Location: Kino Bar, Belmont Filmhouse, 49 Belmont Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1JS Further details: No booking required, free event. Trail/Climate Change, the sea and me whole week! Date: Saturday 16th March - Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 11am - 4pm Organisation: Macduff Marine Aquarium Event description: Climate change is global but given that Earth is actually more than 70% water, how are the oceans being affected? Take part in an exciting climate trail at Macduff Marine Aquarium and discover how climate change is affecting the sea during our feed shows and talks throughout CWNE 2019. Location: Macduff Marine Aquarium,11 High Shore, Macduff, AB44 1SL Further details: Usual entry fees (adult £7.25, child 3-4y £2.90, child 5-15y £4.25, senior £5.95). Scottish Workplace Journey Challenge whole month! Date: Friday 1st March - Sunday 31st March 2019 Time: N/A Organisation: Sustrans Scotland Event description: You are invited to take part in the award-winning Scottish Workplace Journey Challenge this March. Compete as an individual, a team or as part of your workplace by logging the active or sustainable journeys you make to, from and for work. Simply register online to log the journeys you make by foot, bike, public transport and car-share. Over £4,500 worth of prizes are up for grabs, including cinema tickets, Kindles and high street vouchers. Register before 1st March to enter the Early Bird prize draw where you can win one of ten £30 Tiso vouchers. Location: N/A Further details: N/A Twilight Bookbug Session post climate week! Date: Monday 25th March - Saturday 30th March 2019 Time: 6pm - 6:30pm (Monday - Friday) and 4:15pm - 4:45pm (Saturday) Organisation: Aberdeenshire Council Event description: Come and take part in our post-climate week twilight Bookbug sessions, in the run up to Earth Hour. Songs, story and rhymes will all be linked to our planet and will be delivered by lamplight! If you have a wind up torch bring that along too so you can take part and create your own light. Bookbug sessions are fun and interactive for children aged 0 - 5 years. Location: Aberdeenshire libraries on March 25th Aboyne Library 6pm - 6:30pm / 26th Ellon Library 6pm - 6:30pm / 27th Fraserburgh Library 6pm - 6:30pm / 28th Stonehaven Library 6pm - 6:30pm / 29th Inverurie Library 6pm - 6:30pm / 30th Ballater Library 4:15pm - 4:45pm. Further details: Free event, but booking is essential as spaces are limited. To book your space contact the library. You can follow Aberdeenshire Libraries on Facebook, or download Library App. For exact time and dates look up your local library. There's much more! Keep scrolling down to check out the full programme... |
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Friday 15th March 2019
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Garden Tots
Date: Friday 15th March 2019 Time: 10am - 11am / 11:45am - 12:45pm / 1:30pm - 2:30pm Organisation: Mud Pies Event description: Calling all eco-tots! Come for an explore around the wonderful Wild Garden at the Barn with Mandy Tulloch of Mud Pies to celebrate the start of CWNE 2019. Look for signs of spring, have a cosy outdoor snack and collect some natural treasures to make something special to take home. Please dress warm in wellies and waterproofs. Ages 2-5. Location: The Barn in Banchory, Burn O Bennie, Banchory AB31 5QA Further details: £5 per child (accompanying adult free). Booking online is essential. Beach Clean with Macduff Marine Aquarium Date: Friday 15th March 2019 Time: 12pm Organisation: Aberdeenshire Council & Macduff Marine Aquarium Event description: No one likes to see rubbish on the beach, in fact the litter we see washed up on the shore line represents only about 15% of the marine litter in the oceans. Come and help us tackle this problem by cleaning our local beaches in Macduff and Banff. Location: Macduff Marine Aquarium Further details: Volunteers to meet at the aquarium at 12 noon and we will coordinate the cleaning parties from there. Bags and litter pickers will be provided although volunteers should bring their own work gloves, wear sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Climate, Justice & Aberdeen new event! Date: Friday 15th March 2019 Time: 7pm - 9pm Organisation: Friends of the Earth Scotland Event description: How can we take action on climate change that is fair and just for the people most impacted by it? Whether that is people in countries already feeling the consequences of extreme weather, young people whose futures are at stake or workers in the fossil fuel industry?Join Friends of the Earth Scotland for an evening of discussion to kick off Climate Week North East. We will be joined by a range of fascinating speakers, bringing together international, trade union and youth perspectives on climate change. Location: New Kings, Room NK14, University of Aberdeen, AB24 3EB. Further details: Check here for details. |
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Saturday 16th March 2019
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Silent Squirrel Spotting Safari
Date: Saturday 16th March 2019 Time: 8am - 9:30am Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Rangers Service Event description: The red squirrel is the UK’s only native squirrel species and was once a common sight across all of mainland Britain but now is mainly found in Scotland. Join the Countryside Rangers on an early morning journey to try and find signs of the red squirrel population in Hazelhead Park. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to see one of the squirrels! Location: Hazlehead Woods (meet at the far end of the West Chapel Hazlehead Crematorium car park. Stagecoach X17 goes to Skene Road). Further details: Perfect for adults who like to get up early! Please wear sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for the weather and bring a hot drink if you wish. Booking essential by phoning the Countryside Rangers on 01224 326429 or countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk. Free event, but donations to the Countryside Ranger Service welcome. Try Cycling Date: Saturday 16th March 2019 Time: 10am Organisation: Try Cycling Event description: everyone welcome, just bring a bike. The ride will be easy and slow, led by trained leaders. It will finish before 1pm. Route to be decided but will involve a coffee shop. Location: Hazelhead Park, Groats Road Car Park, Aberdeen AB15 8BJ Further details: Free event, everyone welcome, just bring a bike. See http://www.ctcgrampian.org.uk/ for more details. Squirrel Events Breakfast with Rangers special offer! Date: Saturday 16th March 2019 Time: 9:30am - 10:30am Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Rangers Service Event description: If you attend both squirrel events on March 16th (Silent Squirrel Spot Safari 8am & Squirrel Woodland Management 10:30am) the Countryside Rangers invite you to have a simple breakfast in the Ranger base on Groats Road. We will provide hot drinks, a warm room, croissants and cereals. Location: Rangers base, Groats Road, Aberdeen Further details: In case of any questions, please phone the Countryside Rangers on 01224 326429 or countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk. Free event. Squirrel Woodland Management Green Family Fun Day! Date: Saturday 16th March 2019 Time: 10:30am - 3pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Rangers Service Event description: Red squirrels have once again been seen in the woods of Hazlehead Park! This is partly due to removal of many of the grey squirrels, but also encouraging the regeneration of Scots pines that are the squirrel’s favourite food. Come help the Rangers get rid of spruce saplings and increase the chance of seeing red squirrels in this lovely part of the city. Location: Hazlehead Woods (meet at the far end of the West Chapel Hazlehead Crematorium car park. Stagecoach X17 goes to Skene Road). Further details: Children over the age of 5 welcome to take part. Gloves, tools and hot drinks will be provided but please bring a packed lunch. Please wear sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for the weather. Booking is essential by phoning the Countryside Rangers on 01224 326429 or countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk. Free event. Portlethen Moss Woodland Conservation afternoon Date: Saturday 16th March 2019 Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm Organisation: Aberdeenshire Council Rangers Service Event description: Come help us manage the small woodland at Portlethen Moss removing tree guards, placing bat and bird boxes and building up our natural dams. Gloves and equipment will be provided, please wear warm clothing and wellies or boots. All welcome. Location: Bruntland Road entrance to Portlethen Moss, Aberdeen, AB12 4SZ Further details: To book contact the Kincardine and Mearns Ranger on 07768704671. Buses: Bluebird 7B Aberdeen to Stonehaven and train from/to Aberdeen. Free event. Green Family Fun Day! Date: Saturday 16th March 2019 Time: 11am - 3pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Rangers Service Event description: Join us for a day of Family fun green style! From free entry into Pets Corner, to brilliant stalls with loads of hands on activities, information about recycling, energy saving and grants for your home, to trying out all sorts of bikes (even a unicycle!), the little and big kids among us will have a whole heap of fun while learning. Something for all ages, come and see what you could do to live a little greener and help the planet! Location: Hazlehead Park Further details: Free event. First Bus 11 or Stagecoach X17 go to Queen’s Road. Mind Management, Diet & Health, Sound Healing, Emotional Freedom, Hand Reflexology, Healing Narratives and Reiki taster sessions! Date: Saturday 16th March 2019 Time: 10am - 3:45pm Organisation: The Treatment Room Event description: 10am - 10:45am - Mind Management: our frame of mind-body connection determines the type of day we are going to have. Where do our habits and beliefs come from? Can we really change our lives by changing our minds? Come learn the basics on how to effectively manage yourself. 10am - 10:45am - Diet & Health: how to deal with specific illnesses brought by the participants on how to change your eating habits to lessen its symptoms using plants, fruits and vegetables. 11am - 11:45am - Sound Healing: explore and experience the ability of sound and to produce relaxation and physical well being. 12pm - 12:45pm - Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): anger, jealousy, happiness, stress, fear and so on are feelings that have a massive impact on your body. EFT is a self-help tool that allows you to find the cause of your distress and use it to physically/emotionally benefits. Accept and release these feelings by tapping on specific acupuncture points on your body. 1pm - 1:45pm - Hand Reflexology: informative and highly interactive session where you will learn some simple yet effective ways to reduce stress and aid sleep through working on your own hands. You will apply light pressure to points on your own hands. 2pm - 2:45pm - Healing Narratives: many of our stories we subconsciously tell ourselves are not very helpful, find out how to swap them for better ones and its effects. 3pm - 3:45pm - Reiki Taster: gives a brief description of what Reiki is and how it works. Each person attending will be given a short treatment by Reiki practitioners. Location: The Treatment Room - 49D Market Place, Inverurie, AB153PY Further details: Donations for room rental are welcome, although not necessary for attendance. There's much more! Keep scrolling down... |
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Sunday 17th March 2019
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Diet & Health, Meditation, Mind Management, Foraging Walk, Facial Reflexology, Emotional Freedom, Drumming, Laughter Yoga taster sessions!
Date: Sunday 17th March 2019 Time: 10am - 3:45pm Organisation: The Treatment Room Event description: 10am - 10:45am - Meditation Season by Season: deep meditation can produce many benefits, learn how to work with nature and the seasons to find peace in a busy life. 10am - 10:45am - Diet & Health: how to deal with specific illnesses brought by the participants on how to change your eating habits to lessen its symptoms using plants, fruits and vegetables. 11am - 11:45am - Mind Management: our frame of mind-body connection determines the type of day we are going to have. Where do our habits and beliefs come from? Can we really change our lives by changing our minds? Come learn the basics on how to effectively manage yourself. 12pm - 1:45pm - Foraging Walk: is weather dependant, we will be leaving The Treatment Room with award winning author Fairley Taylor and taking a gentle stroll to Port Elphinstone identifying medicinal plants on the way. Giving their history and what she uses them for. 12pm - 12:45pm - Mini Facial Reflexology: using very light pressure on some of the reflexology points of the face for approximately ten minutes results in a very relaxed stare. 1pm - 1:45pm - Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): anger, jealousy, happiness, stress, fear and so on are feelings that have a massive impact on your body. EFT is a self-help tool that allows you to find the cause of your distress and use it to physically/emotionally benefits. 2pm - 2:45pm - Drumming: experience shamanic drumming and the use of rhythmic drumbeats and to unwind, release tension and have fun. 3pm - 3:45pm - Laughter Yoga: come and laugh for health and happiness. No mats, no special gear needed for this just come along to find out why "laughter is the best medicine". Location: The Treatment Room - 49D Market Place, Inverurie, AB153PY Further details: Donations for room rental are welcome, although not necessary for attendance. Seedy Sunday seed, food & drink festival! Date: Sunday 17th March 2019 Time: 11am - 3:30pm Organisation: Aberdeenshire Council, Buchan Development Partnership, and Friends of Aden Country Park Event description: Join us for a celebration of the best of Aberdeenshire. Lots of local food, drink, craft and gardening stalls; seed and plant swapping; cookery and horticulture demonstrations; talks and workshops; children’s activities and lots more. Location: Aden Country Park, Station Rd, Mintlaw, Peterhead AB42 5FQ Further details: adults £2, concessions £1, children free. Further details on our facebook page. Climate Activism Workshop new event! Date: Sunday 17th March 2019 Time: 10:30am - 1pm Organisation: Friends of the Earth Scotland Event description: Want to get active on climate change but not sure where to start? From school climate strikes to road blocks, we have seen a rise in people taking action on climate change over the last few months. This workshop, run by Friends of the Earth Scotland, will give participants a chance to explore different types of activism, as well as when and why you might use them. It will also cover some practical skills such as picking a strategic target, tips on planning a creative action and building strong groups. Location: Garden Room, Queen's cross, Albyn Place, Aberdeen, AB101YN Further details: Free event. Spaces are limited, so register here on Eventbrite to confirm your place. Guided Walk in Countesswells Forest Date: Sunday 17th March 2019 Time: 2pm - 4pm Organisation: Forest Enterprise Scotland Event description: Neil, the Ranger, will talk about sustainable forest management and carbon capture, as well as looking at some of the plants and animals in Countesswells Forest. Walk will be suitable for families and 1.5 to 2 miles long. Location: Countesswells main carpark, Kingswells, Aberdeen, AB15 8QD Further details: booking is essencial on morayandaberdeenshire.fd@forestry.gsi.gov.ukor 03000676200. Free event. Car parking charges. Seasonal Scottish Pancake Day new event! Date: Sunday 17th March 2019 Time: 11am - 4pm Organisation: FoodStory Event description: the previous event (The Sharing Table) has changed and we will now be doing a seasonal Scottish pancake day. And herbal teas (using herbs from our allotment). All money from the teas and part of the money from the special seasonal pancakes will go towards climate change week. Location: Foodstory Further details: Free entrance and pay what you eat and drink. |
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Monday 18th March 2019
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Model United Nations Conference
Date: Monday 18th March 2019 Time: 9am - 3pm Organisation: Bridge of Don Academy and Montgomery Development Education Centre (MDEC) Event description: A conference for secondary schools to discuss climate action using a model United Nations format. Location: Bridge of Don Academy, Braehead Way, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8RR Further details: invited schools, guests only. No cost. Climate Change Talks lunchtime! Date: Monday 18th March 2019 Time: 1pm - 2pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council Event description: Sue Lawrence from Scottish Natural Heritage will talk about Climate Change and Biodiversity in the North East. Sandy Scott from ACC Parks and Countryside Manager will talk about Climate Change and Aberdeen’s Parks. Location: Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1AB Further details: Free events, but booking required on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-week-north-east-lunchtime-talks-tickets-54587431477. Aberdeen's Materials Recycling Facility watch your recycling get sorted! Date: Monday 18th March 2019 Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm Organisation: Aberdeen's Materials Recycling Facility Event description: Visit Aberdeen’s brand new Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) at Altens East (next to Doonies Farm). This is where all of the recyclable materials that are collected by the Council from households and businesses are taken to be sorted into the separate waste streams ready to be sent away for recycling. You can see what the material looks like when it is delivered, watch it going through a process of conveyor belts, optical, magnetic and ballistic separation equipment and then see the finished products ready to go for reprocessing. Location: Materials Recycling Facility Depot, Altens East, Hareness Place, Aberdeen AB12 3GX Further details: need to pre-book on MRFtours@aberdeencity.gov.uk. Numbers for this tour are strictly limited to 10 per slot. For transport, use First Bus Nº 18. Seaton Park Wetland Walk Date: Monday 18th March 2019 Time: 4pm - 5:30pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Rangers Service Event description: join Countryside Officer and Environmental Planners for a walk around the new Seaton Park Wetland and path network to learn about how it is helping to make Seaton Park climate change ready and better for wildlife. Location: Seaton Park, Don St, Aberdeen AB24 1XS Further details: perfect for adults. Meet at the Seaton Park car park. First Bus Nº 1 & 2 will take you to King Street. Booking essential by email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk or phoning the on 01224326429. Free but donations to the Countryside Ranger Service welcome. ¨Queen of the Sun - What are the Bees telling us?¨ film! Date: Monday 18th March 2019 Time: 6:30pm Organisation: The James Hutton Institute Event description: Film screening of the “Queen of the Sun” which is an alternative look at the global bee crisis from Taggart Siegel. The film will take you on a journey through the catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the beehive. This engaging and ultimately uplifting film weaves an unusual and dramatic story of the heartfelt struggles of beekeepers, scientists and philosophers from around the world including Michael Pollan, Gunther Hauk and Vandana Shiva. Together they reveal both the problems and the solutions in renewing a culture in balance with nature. Following the film, a panel including scientists will discuss their own work in relation to the film and highlight simple actions you can do to help bees and other insects. Location: The James Hutton Institute, Macaulay Drive, Aberdeen, AB15 8QH Further details: Free entry. Booking via Eventbrite https://bit.ly/2IP7jdN. More information on https://www.hutton.ac.uk/events. Climate Change Perspective Talks Date: Monday 18th March 2019 Time: 7pm - 9pm Organisation: Aberdeen Science Centre Event description: Five speakers from Aberdeen University, STEM Ambassadors and Home Energy Scotland will give short talks about the impact of climate change on development, teaching about climate change, transport options and how to do something about it in your home. One hour of presentations will be followed by an hour of questions and answers and teas and coffees. Location: Aberdeen Science Centre, 107 George St, Aberdeen AB25 1HU Further details: Free events, but booking required on https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-change-perspectives-asc-monday-18th-march-tickets-53994255271. |
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Tuesday 19th March 2019
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Climate Change Talks lunchtime!
Date: Tuesday 19th March 2019 Time: 1pm - 2pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Sustainable Event description: Bob Donald from One Seed Forward will talk about Heritage Potatoes and Biodiversity. David Keith from ACC Recycling Officer will talk about Our Part and Your Role in Materials Recovery, Aberdeen City Council's Recycling Collections Location: Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1AB Further details: Free event, but booking required on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-week-north-east-lunchtime-talks-tickets-54587431477. All attendees at the One Seed Forward talk will receive a free bag of seed potatoes to take home. Pie and a Pint night: Striking the right balance in offshore renewables
Date: Tuesday 19th March 2019 Time: 4:00pm - 7:15pm Organisation: BES-Scottish Policy Group Event description: Join us and our fantastic line up of speakers to discuss getting the balance right in offshore renewables: ecosystem effects, trade-offs and climate change Location: The Station Hotel (Cairngorm Room), 78 Guild Street, Aberdeen, AB116GN Further details: Free event, but booking is required on https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/event/pie-pint-night-striking-right-balance-offshore-renewables/ |
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Climate Change Perspective Talks
Date: Tuesday 19th March 2019 Time: 7pm - 9pm Organisation: Aberdeen Science Centre Event description: Five speakers from Aberdeen University, STEM Ambassadors and Home Energy Scotland will give short talks about the impact of climate change on development, teaching about climate change, transport options and how to do something about it in your home. One hour of presentations will be followed by an hour of questions and answers and teas and coffees. With Speakers: Gray Donald, University of Aberdeen: "Climate Change Education- UNESCO, action and inaction". Sarah Klimt and Camilla Seeland, University of Aberdeen: "The MSc Program Environmental Partnership Management". Caitlin Cottrill, University of Aberdeen: "Transport: Cleaning up Our Act". Rachel Williams, Home Energy Scotland: "Counting the Cost of Climate Change with Home Energy Scotland". Location: Aberdeen Science Centre, 107 George St, Aberdeen AB25 1HU Further details: Free event, but booking required on https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-climate-change-perspectives-asc-tuesday19th-march-tickets-53994384658. |
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Wednesday 20th March 2019
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Travel Planning Business Breakfast
Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 7:15am Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Projects Event description: Presentations and stalls. Location: Altens Hotel, Souter Head Rd, Aberdeen AB12 3LF Further details: Targeted event for employees only. |
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Guided Tour of Keenan Recycling Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 11am (for approx 1.5h) Organisation: Keenan Recycling Event description: Join us for a guided tour of the process used to recycle the North East of Scotland’s food waste. You will be able to see how food waste is converted to BSI PAS100 approved compost. Location: Keenan Recycling, Hillhead of Auchreddie site outside New Deer, Turriff AB536YH Further details: Free event. Sturdy footwear and warm outdoor clothing are required. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) will be provided. Numbers for this tour are limited to 15. Booking is essential on info@keenanrecycling.co.uk or 01771644883. Shared Planet Café healthy cuisine! Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 12pm - 3pm Organisation: Shared Planet Event description: We are back with our cheap, vegan and healthy cuisine! As usual, we will have our soup and toasties for one pound! We are always keen to meet new people. Location: Interfaith Centre, 25 High St, Aberdeen AB24 3EE Further details: If you want to get involved and volunteer, just message us via Facebook or email sharedplanet@abdn.ac.uk. |
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Community Food Initiatives North East tour of facilities!
Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 12.30pm Organisation: Community Food Initiatives North East (CFINE) Event description: Interested in learning more about food waste reduction? Fancy seeing ‘behind the scenes’ of a FareShare distribution point? Or just want to see our electric Tuk-Tuk in person?! We’ll be running tours of our facility. The tour will be followed by soup, nice bread and fruit pot lunch with questions and discussion. Location: Community Food Initiatives North East, 2-4 Poynernook Rd, Aberdeen AB11 5RW Further details: Open to all. For transport, take any Stagecoach or First bus which arrives at Union Square or drops off on Union St. and from there walk down Market St (towards Torry) – we are a 5 min walk down market street (past Union Square) on the right hand side, on Poynernook Road (you will see the 210 Bistro on the corner, and Kwik-Fit opposite us). Alternatively, take First Bus Nº 12 (Torry) or Nº 59 (Torry) which will travel down Market St, stop before Victoria Bridge. Any queries contact: info@cfine.org. Climate Change Talks lunchtime!
Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 1pm - 2pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Sustainable Development Event description: Shirley Forbes from ACC Energy Technician will talk about Energy Efficiency and Climate Change and Scott Herrett from the Hutton Institute will talk about investing and climate change Location: Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1AB Further details: Free event, but booking required on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-week-north-east-lunchtime-talks-tickets-54587431477. |
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Aberdeen's Materials Recycling Facility watch your recycling get sorted!
Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm Organisation: Aberdeen's Materials Recycling Facility Event description: visit Aberdeen’s brand new Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) at Altens East (next to Doonies Farm). This is where all of the recyclable materials that are collected by the Council from households and businesses are taken to be sorted into the separate waste streams ready to be sent away for recycling. You can see what the material looks like when it is delivered, watch it going through a process of conveyor belts, optical, magnetic and ballistic separation equipment and then see the finished products ready to go for reprocessing. Location: Materials Recycling Facility Depot, Altens East, Hareness Place, Aberdeen AB12 3GX Further details: need to pre-book on MRFtours@aberdeencity.gov.uk. Numbers for this tour are strictly limited to 10 per slot. For transport, use First Bus Nº 18. |
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How to Go Green
Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 6.30pm - 8pm Organisation: Aberdeen Climate Action (ACA) Event description: Join us during Climate Week North East for an event where you get to ask the questions of the experts. Do you want to go Green but are not sure how? Reduce your plastic and become more consumer savvy? Understand how carbon counting works? Well this is the event for you. Come along quiz the experts and learn how small differences in your lifestyle can create big changes in our world. With speakers: - Gardening: Bob Donald, One Seed Forward - Papillon Designs and Landscaping Ltd - Renewable Energy: David McGrath, Novus Elements Ltd - Energy efficiency: Rod McGovern - Transport: Josefine Björkqvist Grampian Cycle Partnership - Conservation: RSPB / Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service - Ethical consumerism: Rachel Maurice/ Foodstory - Upcycling: Julie Baghurst, Marigold and Mo - Recycling: ACC Waste Team - Plant Based Diet: Rebecca Knowles Location: Central Library, Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1GW Further details: Free event. More details on our Facebook page. |
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Film Screening 'Demain - Travel the World of Solutions' film!
Date: Wednesday 20th March 2019 Time: 7.30pm Organisation: The Barn in Banchory Event description: Showing solutions, telling a feel-good story… this may be the best way to solve the ecological, economical and social crises that our countries are going through. After a special briefing for the journal Nature announced the possible extinction of a part of mankind before the end of the 21st century, Cyril Dion and Mélanie Laurent, together with a team of four people, carried out an investigation in ten different countries to figure out what may lead to this disaster and above all how to avoid it. During their journey, they met the pioneers who are re-inventing agriculture, energy, economy, democracy and education. Joining those concrete and positive actions which are already working, they began to figure out what could be tomorrow's world… Location: The Barn in Banchory, Burn O Bennie, Banchory AB31 5QA Further details: £6, £5 book in advance | £8, £6 on the door | £4.50 Friends of Barn | Booking is essential www.thebarnarts.co.uk |
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Thursday 21st March 2019
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Donside Community Hydro Tour
Date: Thursday 21st March 2019 Time: 12:30pm - 13:30pm Organisation: ACEnergy, Donside Village Community SCIO Event description: Take this opportunity to see Scotland's first urban community hydro scheme in operation. This multi award winning scheme is situated in the heart of Tillydrone, on the banks of the river Don, next to Donside Village. Creating power by harnessing the energy of the river, in harmony with the environment, this scheme (managed by ACEnergy) is completely run by volunteers. ACEnergy is a not for profit company, with volunteer directors, that will return profits both to the investors and to the community. If you wish, follow up your tour with a guided walk with the Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service and see the wildlife that abounds between Donside Village and Donmouth, taking in the amazing Seaton Park as you go. Please book separately. Location: Donside Village Hydro, Donside Village, Tillydrone Further details: to see the Donside hydro power station at 12:30pm booking is essential by sending an email to jane.fullerton@yahoo.co.uk. If you want to do the guided walk afterwards, stay at the same venue and meet the Countryside Ranger at 1:30pm. |
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Donside Guided Walk
Date: Thursday 21st March 2019 Time: 13:30pm - 4pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Ranger Service Event description: Join Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service for a guided walk along the river Don from the Donside Community Hydro, see the wildlife that abounds between Donside Village and Donmouth, taking in the amazing Seaton Park as you go. The area is a haven for otters and kingfishers, to mention a few, so come along and see what wildlife you can see. If you wish, join first the Donside Community Hydro tour (12:30 to 1:30pm) and follow up from there to our guided walk. Please book separately. Location: Donside Village Hydro, Donside Village, Tillydrone (meeting point) Further details: If you want to do the guided walk, meet the Countryside Ranger at the Donside Village Hydro at 1:30pm. Booking is also essential by phone 01224326429 or email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk. If you also want to see the Donside hydro power station before it (at 12:30pm), just stay at the same venue after to follow up both events (bus First 19). |
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Climate Change Talks lunchtime!
Date: Thursday 21st March 2019 Time: 1pm - 2pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Sustainable Development Event description: Angela Joss from Aberdeen Inspired will talk about ¨The BID Bee Project¨. Mel Booth from ACC Senior Housing Strategy Officer will talk about Climate Change and Aberdeen's Local Housing Strategy. Location: Marischal College, Broad Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1AB Further details: Free event, but booking required on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-week-north-east-lunchtime-talks-tickets-54587431477 |
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Zero Waste Dinner
Date: Thursday 21st March 2019 Time: 6:30pm - 7pm Organisation: Slow Food Aberdeen City & Shire Event description: Zero waste but not zero taste! Join us for an environmentally-conscious dinner that focuses on reducing food miles and waste. Ingredients will be sourced from local suppliers with the aim of using every part of each ingredient. Location: 210 Bistro, 210 South Market Street, AB11 5PQ Further details: 3 courses + sorbet @ £30 per person. Menu + Book here (booking essential) https://m.bpt.me/event/4051521. Transport: Take any Stagecoach or First bus which arrives at Union Square or drops off on Union St. From there walk down Market St (towards Torry) – we are a 5 min walk down Market Street (past Union Square), on the right hand side. Alternatively: Take First Bus No. 12 (Torry) or No. 59 (Torry) which will travel down Market St, alighting at the Market St stop before Victoria Bridge. |
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Connections and Conversations: Newton Harrison and John Newling
Date: Thursday 21st March 2019 Time: 7pm Organisation: The Barn in Banchory Event description: What can art contribute to climate change thinking? Join Professor Emeritus Anne Douglas and Chris Fremantle, founder of ecoartscotland, leading academics and thinkers in the field of arts and ecology, and other guests to discuss pertinent issues around declining biodiversity and climate change and to consider how artists and others respond to our ever-changing world. The event will be anchored around the work of two internationally renowned figures of arts and ecology; California based artist Newton Harrison and British artist John Newling. As part of this event Newling’s ‘The Last Islands’ book and the ‘Golden Calf’ will be on display in our performance space and Newton Harrison’s ‘Deep Wealth of this Nation’ works will be exhibited in our gallery. Both artists have undertaken long-term residencies at the Barn and these pieces represent a long and engaged response to the Barn’s spaces and site. This will be a very special event where individuals can have an intimate experience with thought-provoking works and explore through discussion different layers of references and questions that stimulate longer contemplation. Come along and discover connections and conversations! Location: The Barn in Banchory, Burn O Bennie, Banchory AB31 5QA Further details: Exhibition and bar open from 6.30pm | 7pm - 7:30. Presentation followed by open discussion. £3 ticketed event all proceeds go to the Barn’s Arts and Ecology Programme. |
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Climate Change Perspective Talks
Date: Thursday 21st March 2019 Time: 7pm - 9pm Organisation: University of Aberdeen Event description: Four speakers from the University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University will give an overview on the science of climate change, the impact on development goals, on food choices and on behaviour change before Mairi Gougeon MSP, Minister for Rural Affairs and the Natural Environment will talk about the Scottish Climate Change Bill. Talks will take about one hour with a sessions for questions. Location: Kings Conference Centre, University of Aberdeen, 69 University Rd AB24 3DR Further details: Free event. A community and group approach to Health Walks in Kemnay Date: Thursday 21st March 2019 Time: 7pm Organisation: Positive Steps Event description: Talk by Rob Mackay on how to create a local walking group and the benefits it brings. Location: Garden Room, Queens Cross Church, Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YN Further details: free event. |
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Friday 22nd March 2019
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Climate Week Artist in Residence Sharing new event!
Date: Friday 22nd March 2019 Time: 1pm - 2pm Organisation: Aberdeen Performing Arts, Creative Carbon Scotland, The James Hutton Institute Event description: Aberdeen Performing Arts has teamed up with Creative Carbon Scotland and the James Hutton Institute to host an artist’s residency for Climate Week North East 2019. During the week the artist will spend time at the heart of the Institute, engaging with its work on innovative and transformative science for sustainable living. They will research and question the impacts that climate change is likely to have in North-east Scotland, with a focus on uncovering the stories behind the Institute’s research and the narratives of change implied by the data collected, as well as potentially offering creative responses to research underway. Join us for this informal sharing of the artist’s process, findings and first thoughts. Location: The James Hutton Institute, Craigiebuckler Aberdeen, AB15 8QH e Further details: This is a free event and no ticket is required. For further information please contact Lesley Anne Rose, Head of Artistic Development, Aberdeen Performing Arts lesleyanne.rose@aberdeenperformingarts.com. Climate Change Talks lunchtime! Date: Friday 22nd March 2019 Time: 1pm - 2pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Sustainable Development Event description: Alison Leslie, Sustainable Development Officer will talk about Aberdeen Adapts, building resilience to a climate change. Ian Talboys is the ACC Countryside Officer and he will be speaking about the Adaptation of Aberdeen sites to mitigate climate change. Location: Marischal College Further details: Free event, but booking required on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/climate-week-north-east-lunchtime-talks-tickets-54587431477 |
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Aberdeen's Materials Recycling Facility watch your recycling get sorted!
Date: Fruday 22th March 2019 Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm Organisation: Aberdeen's Materials Recycling Facility Event description: Visit Aberdeen’s brand new Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) at Altens East (next to Doonies Farm). This is where all of the recyclable materials that are collected by the Council from households and businesses are taken to be sorted into the separate waste streams ready to be sent away for recycling. You can see what the material looks like when it is delivered, watch it going through a process of conveyor belts, optical, magnetic and ballistic separation equipment and then see the finished products ready to go for reprocessing. Location: Materials Recycling Facility Depot, Altens East, Hareness Place, Aberdeen AB12 3GX Further details: need to pre-book on MRFtours@aberdeencity.gov.uk. Numbers for this tour are strictly limited to 10 per slot. For transport, use First Bus Nº 18. |
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Parliament Debate: 'This House will leave the free market to solve the climate change crisis'
Date: Friday 22nd March 2019 Time: 6:30pm (for 7pm start) Organisation: Aberdeen Climate Action & Aberdeen Student Parliament Event description: Join Aberdeen Student Parliament society and Aberdeen Climate Action for an engaging debate on the issue of climate change and capitalism. Speakers from politics, business and academia together with students will debate whether the free market can and should deal with climate change crises. The event is free and open to all. At the end of the event, the audience will be given the opportunity to ask questions and make 3 minute speeches on the issue Location: James Mackay Hall, Kings College, University of Aberdeen Further details: Visit Aberdeen Student Parliament's Facebook page for further details. |
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From Trash to Treasure: upcycling demonstration and inspiration
Date: Friday 22nd March 2019 Time: 7pm - 9pm Organisation: Sonya Angus / Marigold & Mo Event description: Reusing or adding beauty to discarded objects or material to create a product of higher quality or value than the original. The idea behind this event is to provide lots of inspiration and ideas for re-purposing or decorating every day objects and furniture which might otherwise end up in landfill. Come along and get those creative juices flowing! Enjoy a herbal tea or a gin fizz while we explore the world of upcycling. The event is free but booking is essential Location: Sonya Angus: Gifts, Furniture and Interiors, Unit 12, The Courtyard, Cults, AB15 9SD Further details: More event details on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/from-trash-to-treasure-upcycling-demonstration-and-inspiration-tickets-54699866774. |
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How To Eat Clean in a Dirty Planet tasters & demo workshop!
Date: Friday 22nd March 2019
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Organisation: Little Buddha Beauty & Bakes
Event description: How to eat clean in a dirty planet. Join Debbie the vegan caterer, using foraged plants, and learn how tomake granola, pancakes with toppings, nettle and tattie soup, nettle and hazelnut pesto.
Location: The Treatment Room - 49D Market Place, Inverurie, AB153PY
Further details: Booking is essential as space limited. Contact Debbie on 07788497193 (cost £25).
Date: Friday 22nd March 2019
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Organisation: Little Buddha Beauty & Bakes
Event description: How to eat clean in a dirty planet. Join Debbie the vegan caterer, using foraged plants, and learn how tomake granola, pancakes with toppings, nettle and tattie soup, nettle and hazelnut pesto.
Location: The Treatment Room - 49D Market Place, Inverurie, AB153PY
Further details: Booking is essential as space limited. Contact Debbie on 07788497193 (cost £25).
Saturday 23rd March 2019
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Climate Conscious Exhibition
Date: Saturday 23rd March 2019 Time: 11am - 5pm Organisation: Love & Above Event description: A sustainable fair with lots of stalls selling local and recycled products. Check out the upcycled furniture, toys, recycled silver jewellery, vegan sweets stalls among others and listen to some amazing talks. Outside there will be some electric cars and bikes to have a look at. So come along and have some fun! Location: Balmedie Leisure Centre, Eigie Road, Balmedie, Aberdeen AB23 8Y Further details: Free event https://www.eventgoat.co.uk/balmedie/climate-conscious-exhibition/. Spring Tree Trail Date: Saturday 23rd March 2019 Time: self-guided! Organisation: Leith Hall (National Trust Scotland - NTS), in conjunction with the Royal Scottish Forestry Society. Event description: Self-guided. Spring Tree Trail through the grounds and into café (where we use produce from the garden throughout the season). Location: Leith Hall Garden & Estate, Huntly AB54 4NQ Further details: www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/leith-hall/events |
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Climate Change and the Marine Environment
Date: Saturday 23rd March 2019 Time: 11:30am and 3:00pm Organisation: Macduff Marine Aquarium Event description: An expert talk given by Climate Reality Leader Salvo Ciccia, a Sustainability Consultant in the energy sector. Join us this climate week for an exciting presentation on how climate change is affecting our oceans Location: 11 High Shore, Macduff AB44 1SL Further details: Entry to the Aquarium: Adults £7.25; Child (5-15) £4.25; Child (age 3-4) £2.90. |
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Sunday 24th March 2019
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Climate Day
Date: Sunday 24th March 2019 Time: 1am - 4pm Organisation: Aberdeen Science Centre Event description: Come along to the Science Centre to celebrate Climate Week Day on Sunday 24th March. Climate change affects us all, with human activity causing the Earth to get warmer in the last 100 years. Our Earthy is not feeling well, so come and see how to make it feel better. Discover how wind farms and other renewable energy help us meet our energy demand while combating climate change. Find out why Climate Change matters and the effects climate change on us, in years to come through interactive shows and workshops. Location: Aberdeen Science Centre, 107 George St, Aberdeen AB25 1HU Further details: No booking. Usual entry fees apply (adult £5.75, child £5.00, family £19.50, children 3 & under FOC) . |
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Turning the Plastic Tide: Beach Clean at Blackdog
Date: Sunday 24th March 2019 Time: 10am - 12pm Organisation: East Grampian Coastal Partnership Event description: We are pleased to announce that Turning the Plastic Tide is organising a clean-up at Blackdog beach on Sunday 24th March as part of the North East Climate Week 2019 Location: Blackdog Beach, Hareburn Terrace, Aberdeen, AB23 Further details: Volunteers will be given a safety briefing at 10.00 am and provided with equipment to aid the beach clean. It is reminded that participants are required to dress appropriately, including warm clothes and good footwear. This is an event for all so please do bring along your friends and family, however under 18s should be accompanied by an adult at all times. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/turning-the-plastic-tide-blackdog-beach-clean-tickets-54595735314 IMPORTANT SAFETY UPDATE: Please read carefully. Due to scheduled training activities taking place at the Blackdog Firing Range on Sunday, the beach clean area has been moved south of Blackdog Burn and WILL NOT take place in areas to the north as previously planned. Please see an updated version of the beach plan below. As the beach clean area has two burns within its boundaries volunteers are reminded to bring good footwear, preferably wellies. Check the facebook page for more details and to see a map of the meeting point. |
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Big Ride Day
Date: Sunday 24th March 2019 Time: 10am Organisation: Grampian CTC. Event description: Riders to visit Anguston Farm for coffee & cakes. The ride from Duthie Park to Easter Anguston Farm will be about 10 miles, slow and easy on the Deeside Way. It is a ride for all levels of ability from kids and inexperienced to the more experienced riders wanting a potter. Location: meeting point by the pond in Duthie Park, Polmuir Road, Aberdeen AB11 7WA Further details: Everyone welcome, just bring a bike. The ride will be easy and slow, mainly on the Deeside Way, led by trained leaders. See http://www.ctcgrampian.org.uk/ for more details. |
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Donside Community Hydro tour
Date: Sunday 24th March 2019 Time: 12:30pm - 13:30pm Organisation: ACEnergy, Donside Village Community SCIO Event description: Take this opportunity to see Scotland's first urban community hydro scheme in operation. This multi award winning scheme is situated in the heart of Tillydrone, on the banks of the river Don, next to Donside Village. Creating power by harnessing the energy of the river, in harmony with the environment, this scheme (managed by ACEnergy) is completely run by volunteers. ACEnergy is a not for profit company, with volunteer directors, that will return profits both to the investors and to the community. If you wish, follow up your tour with a guided walk with the Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service and see the wildlife that abounds between Donside Village and Donmouth, taking in the amazing Seaton Park as you go. Please book separately. Location: Donside Village Hydro, Donside Village, Tillydrone Further details: To see the Donside hydro power station at 12:30pm booking is essential by sending an email to jane.fullerton@yahoo.co.uk. If you want to do the guided walk afterwards, stay at the same venue and meet the Countryside Ranger at 1:30pm. |
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Donside Guided Walk
Date: Sunday 24th March 2019 Time: 13:30pm - 4pm Organisation: Aberdeen City Council - Ranger Service Event description: Join Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service for a guided walk along the river Don from the Donside Community Hydro, see the wildlife that abounds between Donside Village and Donmouth, taking in the amazing Seaton Park as you go. The area is a haven for otters and kingfishers, to mention a few, so come along and see what wildlife you can see. If you wish, join first the Donside Community Hydro tour (12:30 to 1:30pm) and follow up from there to our guided walk. Please book separately. Location: Donside Village Hydro, Donside Village, Tillydrone (meeting point) Further details: If you want to do the guided walk, meet the Countryside Ranger at the Donside Village Hydro at 1:30pm. Booking is also essential by phone 01224326429 or email countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk. If you also want to see the Donside hydro power station before ir (at 12:30pm) that is fine, just stay at the same venue after to follow up both events (bus First 19). |
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Spring Tree Trail
Date: Sunday 24th of March 2019 Time: Self-guided! Organisation: Leith Hall (National Trust Scotland - NTS), in conjunction with the Royal Scottish Forestry Society. Event description: Self-guided Spring Tree Trail through the grounds and into café (where produce from the Hall garden is used throughout the season). Location: Leith Hall Garden & Estate, Huntly AB54 4NQ Further details: www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/leith-hall/events Jack and the Talking Beans Date: Sunday 24th of March 2019 Time: 2:30pm Organisation: Quids In Event description: Jack sells his cow for a handful of beans but little did he know the trouble they would land him in. Join Jack and his talking beans for an eco adventure for the whole family. Location: Queen's Cross Church Hall, Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YN Further details: Tickets from www.skiddle.com. Adults £8; Children under 16 (accompanied by an adult) £1. Tackling Air Pollution in Aberdeen Date: Tuesday 26th of March 2019 Time: 6pm-8pm Organisation: Friends of the Earth Scotland, Grampian Cycle Partnership Event description: Tackling Air Pollution in Aberdeen: the Role of Active and Sustainable Travel. As part of Climate Week North East, we’ll be looking at air pollution in Aberdeen. What do we know about current levels? What does this mean for public health? What could be done at a local level to tackle air pollution? The discussion will aim to inform and inspire local action.Everyone is welcome. Tickets are free and will be available soon via Eventbrite. Speaking at the event: - Prof Stephen Turner, Chair in Respiratory Medicine at University of Aberdeen - Gavin Thomson, Air Pollution Campaigner at Friends of the Earth Scotland - Lee Craigie, Active Nations Commissioner at Transport Scotland - Josefine Björkqvist, Chair of Grampian Cycle Partnership - Caroline Hood, Robert Gordon University lead for CIVITAS PORTIS Location: Room N242, Sir Ian Wood Building, Robert Gordon University, Garthdee Rd, Aberdeen AB10 7GJ Further details: Tickets are free and are available via Eventbrite. |
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