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SUMMARY:Shine Roadshow - North Tyneside
DESCRIPTION:Join SHINE\, the North East’s new employer accreditation programme\, backed by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness! We’re hitting the road this July\, helping businesses like yours create more fulfilling\, fair\, and sustainable workplaces. \nWhy join the FREE SHINE Roadshow? \n\nAttract & keep great talent: Strengthen your employer appeal.\nShow you care: Demonstrate commitment to fair pay\, skills & sustainable growth.\nGet recognised: Receive tools\, support & recognition for building a better business.\n\nMeet the Experts & Leaders Near You:  \nThese free in-person events offer a unique chance to learn\, network\, and take the first step towards recognition: \n\n🤝 July 2\, UMi Durham: Nicki Clark OBE on employee engagement\, communication & trust.\n❤️ July 3\, Gateshead College: Ivan Jepson\, Director of Business Development & Innovation\, and Lori Casson\, Head of People\, on employee wellbeing\, morale & inclusion.\n🌟 July 8 – Lola Jeans\, North Shields: North East Mayor Kim McGuinness on vision for a stronger economy & quality jobs.\n⚖️ July 9\, Ward Hadaway\, Newcastle: Jamie Gamble on legal frameworks & leadership for employee wellbeing.\n⚓ July 10\, Blyth Tall Ship\, Northumberland: Blyth Tall Ship on supporting local initiatives & how building partnerships can boost your brand & employee morale.\n🧘‍♀️ July 14\, Orbit\, Durham: Bethany Ainsley (OptiMe) on workplace wellbeing strategies.\n💡 July 15\, Alnwick Playhouse\, Northumberland: Tracey Elvin (NECA) on work-life balance & Sam Spoors (Talentheads) on job security.\n🌍 July 16\, City Hall\, Sunderland: Guest speaker on embedding sustainability & social impact.\n\nWhether you’re leading the way or just starting\, SHINE is your opportunity to stand out! \nFind your nearest event & book your FREE ticket today!
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/shine-roadshow-north-tyneside/
LOCATION:Lola Jeans\, 4 The Arcade\, Tynemouth\, North Tyneside\, NE30 4BS
CATEGORIES:Business for Good,ESG
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SUMMARY:Net-Zero Week 2025 - Breakfast & Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Net Zero Week is the UK’s official national awareness week\, tackling all things net zero. The government and industry backed initiative is marking its fifth anniversary in July 2025. To celebrate this milestone\, we are bringing a delegation of net zero stakeholders to Parliament to curate events for MPs and policy aides\, Peers and civil servants. \n\n\n\n\nBreakfast & Briefing | Humble hot water cylinder can play crucial role in path to Net Zero. Hosted by the Hot Water Association.\nNet Zero Week in Parliament is openly inviting MPs and policy aides\, Peers and civil servants to attend events between Monday 7th to Wednesday 9th July. \n*Please note\, this event was originally scheduled to take place at Portcullis House but has now moved to the Palmer Room at One Great George Street. \nIf you would like to attend this breakfast and briefing discussion\, please email the host Adrian Waddelove at info@hotwater.org.uk \nBriefing details: \nTuesday 8th July 2025 | 08:45 – 10:15 | Palmer Room\, One Great George Street. \nBriefing synopsis: \nThe UK’s dramatic shift from carbon-based electricity to renewable energy presents huge challenges for the national grid to match supply with demand. We spend over £1bn pa switching off wind farms because of insufficient demand for the power. Energy storage products\, such as hot water cylinders\, are needed to bank the excess energy when it is generated and therefore reduce peak demand that results in carbon emissions. \nIf the nine million hot water cylinders in the UK were smart connected to the national grid\, using existing technology\, they unlock 23GWh of green daily energy storage to reduce CO2 emissions. \n*This event is Sponsored by Josh Newbury MP. \nAttendance: \nBook your attendance at this breakfast and briefing event by contacting the host Adrian Waddelove at info@hotwater.org.uk
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/net-zero-week-2025-breakfast-briefing/
LOCATION:Palmer Room\, One Great George Street\, Westminster\, London
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero,Policy
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SUMMARY:Net-Zero Week 2025 - Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Net Zero Week is the UK’s official national awareness week\, tackling all things net zero. The government and industry backed initiative is marking its fifth anniversary in July 2025. To celebrate this milestone\, we are bringing a delegation of net zero stakeholders to Parliament to curate events for MPs and policy aides\, Peers and civil servants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDINNER | Join us for an exclusive evening\nNet Zero Week in Parliament is openly inviting MPs and policy aides\, Peers and civil servants to attend events between Monday 7th to Wednesday 9th July. \nDinner is free of charge for policymakers – if that’s you and you would like to attend this dinner\, please email the host at shawn.coles@netzeroweek.com \nDinner details: \nMonday 7th July 2025 | 18:15 – 19:45 | Stephenson Room\, One Great George Street\, Westminster. \nJoin Net Zero Week in Parliament’s sponsoring MPs\, partners\, sponsors and special guests for an evening of food\, drink and networking in the heart of Westminster. \n*This event is Sponsored by Will Stone MP\, Mike Martin MP\, UK Research and Innovation\, and GivEnergy. \nAttendance: \nBook your attendance at this exclusive dinner event by contacting the host at shawn.coles@netzeroweek.com
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/net-zero-week-2025-dinner/
LOCATION:Stephenson Room\, One Great George Street\, Westminster\, London
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero,Policy
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SUMMARY:Net-Zero Week 2025 - ROUNDTABLE | Net Zero Innovation to grow the economy and improve livelihoods
DESCRIPTION:Net Zero Week is the UK’s official national awareness week\, tackling all things net zero. The government and industry backed initiative is marking its fifth anniversary in July 2025. To celebrate this milestone\, we are bringing a delegation of net zero stakeholders to Parliament to curate events for MPs and policy aides\, Peers and civil servants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nROUNDTABLE | Net Zero Innovation to grow the economy and improve livelihoods. Hosted by UK Research and Innovation.\nNet Zero Week in Parliament is openly inviting MPs and policy aides\, Peers and civil servants to attend events between Monday 7th to Wednesday 9th July. \nIf you would like to attend this roundtable discussion\, please email the host at buildingagreenfuture@ukri.org \nRoundtable details: \nMonday 7th July 2025 | 17:00 – 18:00 | Room N\, Portcullis House. \nRoundtable synopsis: \nBuilding a green economy is a win-win endeavour for people\, businesses and communities. Investment in great research and innovation enables reductions in carbon emissions while helping people to lead better lives. Our science means we know what we need to do to reach a low-carbon economy\, and how to do this while delivering high-skill\, high-wage jobs\, warm homes\, good health\, better transport and smarter public services. This panel will explore how the UK’s world leading R&I ecosystem is helping to deliver a sustainable and equitable Net Zero future\, driving prosperity and improving lives and livelihoods for communities across the UK. \n*This event is Sponsored by Will Stone MP. \nPanellists: \nProfessor Sir Jim McDonald GBE FREng FRSE\, Principal and Vice-Chancellor\, University of Strathclyde. \nProfessor Sir Jim McDonald is Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Strathclyde\, Chair of Scottish Enterprise and Vice Chair of the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering. President of the Royal Academy of Engineering from 2019-2024\, he currently holds several senior non-executive business appointments including with Scottish Power plc\, the UK National Physical Laboratory and Supernode Ltd. Professor McDonald was awarded a Knighthood for Services to Education\, Engineering and the Economy and a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire for his Services to Engineering\, to Education and to Energy. \nMargarita Skarkou\, Senior Principal – Private Equity Investments\, DWS Group. \nMargarita is a Senior Principal at DWS Infrastructure\, responsible for leading the origination and execution of sustainable infrastructure investment opportunities and managing portfolio companies. She’s also a Non-Executive Credit Committee member at Innovate UK and Advisory Board member at UKRI for the Building a Green Future theme. An experienced investor into climatetech and sustainability companies across all stages\, from pre seed onwards\, and across several asset classes\, Margarita is passionate about improving resilience and decarbonising our economy. She holds a master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Edinburgh. \nRachael Owens\, Co-Director\, National Retrofit Hub. \nRachael Owens is co-Director of the National Retrofit Hub\, a non-profit collaborative organisation that brings together those involved in the sector to enable the local delivery of retrofit at scale. Rachael is an architect\, sits on the NLA Retrofit and Conservation expert panel and in 2024 won the Architects Journal AJ100 Sustainability Leader of the Year award. \nStephen Fitzpatrick\, Director of the Digital Factory\, National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS). \nStephen Fitzpatrick is Director of the Digital Factory at the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) and leads the UKRI-funded ReMake Value Retention Centre (RVRC)\, advancing circular economy practices in high-integrity sectors like transport and energy. He also serves on the UKRI Engineering Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) Strategic Advisory Team for Manufacturing and Circular Economy\, providing strategic guidance on national research priorities. \nAttendance: \nBook your attendance at this roundtable event by contacting the host at buildingagreenfuture@ukri.org
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/net-zero-week-2025-roundtable-net-zero-innovation-to-grow-the-economy-and-improve-livelihoods/
LOCATION:Room N\, Portcullis House\, London
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero,Policy
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SUMMARY:Shine Roadshow - Gateshead
DESCRIPTION:Join SHINE\, the North East’s new employer accreditation programme\, backed by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness! We’re hitting the road this July\, helping businesses like yours create more fulfilling\, fair\, and sustainable workplaces. \nWhy join the FREE SHINE Roadshow? \n\nAttract & keep great talent: Strengthen your employer appeal.\nShow you care: Demonstrate commitment to fair pay\, skills & sustainable growth.\nGet recognised: Receive tools\, support & recognition for building a better business.\n\nMeet the Experts & Leaders Near You:  \nThese free in-person events offer a unique chance to learn\, network\, and take the first step towards recognition: \n\n🤝 July 2\, UMi Durham: Nicki Clark OBE on employee engagement\, communication & trust.\n❤️ July 3\, Gateshead College: Ivan Jepson\, Director of Business Development & Innovation\, and Lori Casson\, Head of People\, on employee wellbeing\, morale & inclusion.\n🌟 July 8 – Lola Jeans\, North Shields: North East Mayor Kim McGuinness on vision for a stronger economy & quality jobs.\n⚖️ July 9\, Ward Hadaway\, Newcastle: Jamie Gamble on legal frameworks & leadership for employee wellbeing.\n⚓ July 10\, Blyth Tall Ship\, Northumberland: Blyth Tall Ship on supporting local initiatives & how building partnerships can boost your brand & employee morale.\n🧘‍♀️ July 14\, Orbit\, Durham: Bethany Ainsley (OptiMe) on workplace wellbeing strategies.\n💡 July 15\, Alnwick Playhouse\, Northumberland: Tracey Elvin (NECA) on work-life balance & Sam Spoors (Talentheads) on job security.\n🌍 July 16\, City Hall\, Sunderland: Guest speaker on embedding sustainability & social impact.\n\nWhether you’re leading the way or just starting\, SHINE is your opportunity to stand out! \nFind your nearest event & book your FREE ticket today!
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/shine-roadshow-gateshead/
LOCATION:Gateshead College\, Baltic Campus\, Gateshead\, NE8 3BE
CATEGORIES:Business for Good,ESG
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SUMMARY:Shine Roadshow - Durham
DESCRIPTION:Join SHINE\, the North East’s new employer accreditation programme\, backed by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness! We’re hitting the road this July\, helping businesses like yours create more fulfilling\, fair\, and sustainable workplaces. \nWhy join the FREE SHINE Roadshow? \n\nAttract & keep great talent: Strengthen your employer appeal.\nShow you care: Demonstrate commitment to fair pay\, skills & sustainable growth.\nGet recognised: Receive tools\, support & recognition for building a better business.\n\nMeet the Experts & Leaders Near You:  \nThese free in-person events offer a unique chance to learn\, network\, and take the first step towards recognition: \n\n🤝 July 2\, UMi Durham: Nicki Clark OBE on employee engagement\, communication & trust.\n❤️ July 3\, Gateshead College: Ivan Jepson\, Director of Business Development & Innovation\, and Lori Casson\, Head of People\, on employee wellbeing\, morale & inclusion.\n🌟 July 8 – Lola Jeans\, North Shields: North East Mayor Kim McGuinness on vision for a stronger economy & quality jobs.\n⚖️ July 9\, Ward Hadaway\, Newcastle: Jamie Gamble on legal frameworks & leadership for employee wellbeing.\n⚓ July 10\, Blyth Tall Ship\, Northumberland: Blyth Tall Ship on supporting local initiatives & how building partnerships can boost your brand & employee morale.\n🧘‍♀️ July 14\, Orbit\, Durham: Bethany Ainsley (OptiMe) on workplace wellbeing strategies.\n💡 July 15\, Alnwick Playhouse\, Northumberland: Tracey Elvin (NECA) on work-life balance & Sam Spoors (Talentheads) on job security.\n🌍 July 16\, City Hall\, Sunderland: Guest speaker on embedding sustainability & social impact.\n\nWhether you’re leading the way or just starting\, SHINE is your opportunity to stand out! \nFind your nearest event & book your FREE ticket today!
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/shine-roadshow-durham/
LOCATION:We Are Umi\, Navigators Point Belmont Business Park\, Durham\, DH1 1TW
CATEGORIES:Business for Good,ESG
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SUMMARY:Nature Recovery Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Nature Recovery Conference 2025 is the UK’s leading event dedicated to restoring biodiversity\, regenerating ecosystems\, and building a nature-positive future. As the climate and ecological emergencies demand bold\, united action\, this one-day\, in-person event brings together thought leaders\, businesses\, policymakers\, landowners\, and investors to accelerate nature recovery strategies across sectors. \n🌱 Why Attend? \n\n\nGain actionable insights from UK and global leaders in nature restoration \n\n\nExplore scalable solutions for biodiversity\, carbon sequestration\, and rewilding \n\n\nNetwork with cross-sector stakeholders committed to environmental regeneration \n\n\nDiscover funding pathways\, policy updates\, and private-public collaboration models \n\n\n🔍 Themes Include: \n\n\nNature markets & green finance \n\n\nLocal authority leadership in land use \n\n\nNature-based solutions for climate and people \n\n\nScaling up rewilding and regenerative agriculture \n\n\nInclusive recovery for people and planet \n\n\n🎤 Hosted by: The Sustainability Community📢 For changemakers\, decision-makers\, and anyone leading the charge toward a nature-positive UK. \n🔗 Full agenda and registration here \n📢 Use hashtags: #NatureRecovery #BiodiversityUK #GreenRecovery #NaturePositive
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/nature-recovery-conference/
LOCATION:Meanwood Valley Urban Farm\, Sugar Well Road\, Meanwood\, Leeds\, LS7 2QG
CATEGORIES:Events,Nature
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SUMMARY:ReGeneration Earth UK Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:ReGeneration Earth is not just another conference; it’s a movement.\nThe world is at a truly profound turning point in history. The challenges facing humanity and our planet – from biodiversity loss\, climate change\, environmental and social degradation – are reaching truly critical levels. \nThe challenges we’re facing require innovative and creative solutions. We need to regenerate: \nOur Environment: The UK has been highlighted as having some of the lowest biodiversity in the western world\, with only 50% of our biodiversity ecosystem left intact. We must actively restore and renew nature\, re-establishing the health and vitality of our ecosystems\, for people and the planet. \nOur Society: The UK is suffering the worst decline in living standards of any G7 Country and over the last 14 years\, the gap between rich and poor in the UK has returned to Victorian levels. We need to revitalise our communities\, prioritising equity and human connection\, shifting our society from a mindset of individualistic extraction to community based regeneration. \nOur Economy: The UK economy has been in decline for at least 15 years\, and is now the most unequal major economy in Europe\, with declining productivity and investment\, caused by political uncertainty and lack of a coherent economic strategy. We must create a long term plan to adapt our economic systems and practices away from extraction towards circularity\, actively repairing and supporting equitable growth. \n\n\n\n\nWe created the challenges we face today\, which means we have the opportunity to build a better world of tomorrow. \nWe have the opportunity to Reset\, Reshape\, Regenerate. Welcome to ReGeneration Earth 2025! \nWe’re bringing all the regions under one roof to drive forward the green economy. \nWe’re bringing together visionaries\, policymakers\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, corporate leaders and environmental advocates who are committed to fundamentally changing the way the UK’s economy operates. \nWe are putting a thriving sustainable community at the heart of the society we’re creating. \nWith three main stages\, interactive pavilions\, and focused zones\, the event offers a platform for you to dive into critical themes\, share knowledge\, and co-create pathways toward a regenerative future. \nWhy Attend?\nRe:Generation Earth 2025 brings together three crucial and diverse themes—environmental\, social\, and economic regeneration—under one roof. Our attendees explore interconnected issues like sustainable economies\, climate justice\, regenerative finance\, and technological innovation all in one place. \nThe event creates a national platform that addresses universal challenges while also incorporating local action\, showcasing regional regeneration initiatives that have been successful in local contexts\, so that regions learn from each other and drive forward change at pace\, building an interconnected global sustainability network\, region by region. \nThe event integrates immersive\, practical solutions like live demos\, lightening talks and deep dive workshops where attendees can actively co-create solutions for regeneration in their regions. \nCross-sector collaboration is key at Re:Generation Earth 2025\, with specialist networking zones that help you to foster relationships not just within industries but across sectors—bridging the gap between tech\, policy\, business\, and community leaders. \nAt the heart of our event is regenerative governance\, with discussions on how to integrate regenerative policies across sectors. Highlighting policy innovation\, eco-centric governance\, and cross-sector collaboration for regenerative development creates a platform for policymakers and advocacy groups to actively co-create solutions. \nWe passionately promote intergenerational collaboration by bringing together young people\, entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, and policymakers to showcase how different generations can contribute to regenerative practices\, offering a platform for knowledge transfer and multigenerational collaboration.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/regeneration-earth-uk-conference-2025/
LOCATION:The Royal Armouries\, Leeds LS10 1LT\, Leeds\, UK
CATEGORIES:ESG,Events
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SUMMARY:The Seeds of Hope and Action Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Event details\nEmphasising the interconnectedness of each individual to each other and their environment\, this exhibit focuses on the power of each person to initiate positive change. A joint initiative of SGI and Earth Charter International. \nThe 25-panel Seeds of Hope and Action (SOHA) exhibition introduces a positive vision for sustainable living that can contribute to the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It includes panels portraying six individuals from South Sudan to Lebanon and Brazil who have successfully taken action for change. \nThe initial section introduces the idea of interconnection with inspiring quotes from different spiritual and faith traditions. There are panels on climate change and the SDGs and QR codes provide links to further information for online use. An interactive panel collects viewers’ ideas for action inspired by the exhibition. It also introduces the #SeedsofHopeandAction campaign that encourages individuals to share photos and videos of their actions toward the implementation of the SDGs and related Earth Charter principles on social media. \nDuring the day – exhibitions and talks\nThe exhibition is open to the public to visit from 9am to 5pm and takes place on the ground floor of the Department of Environment and Geography building on Campus West\, University of York. \nFrom 1:20pm each day Monday through Thursday\, there will be a series of talks and activities from academics\, businesses and environmental groups\, responding to the themes of hope\, action and the SDGs\, also free and open to the public: no booking required. Free refreshments will be available. \nMonday 12th May\, 1:20\, Launch Event\nConfirmed speakers include: Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of York\, Professor Charlie Jeffery\, General Director of Soka Gakkai International UK Justine Marchant\, Director of LCAB Lindsey Gillson\, Lecturer from the University of York and representing YESI Judith Krauss and Research Leader at Kew Gardens Bat Vorontsova. \n\nTuesday 13th May\, 1:20\nConfirmed speakers include: Associate Professor and Senior Research Fellow at Oxford University Suzannah Williams\, Lead Researcher in Cryobiology from Oxford University Peter Kilbride\, Group Climate & Sustainability Risk Manager at Aviva Vera Van Gool\, Group Public Affairs at Aviva John Huddleston and Associate Lecturer at the University of York Nicola Favretto. \n\nWednesday 14th May\, 1:20\nConfirmed speakers include: Coach at the University of York Julie Parker\, PhD student at the University of York Kian Hayles-Cotton and former multiple World Champion in BMX and Track Cycling Shanaze Reade. \n\nThursday 15th May\, 1:20\nConfirmed speakers include: Director of Conservation and Deputy Chief Executive Plantlife Nicola Hutchinson\, Agricultural Advisor Plantlife Hywel Morgan\, Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of York Jack Hatfield and Lecturer at the University of York Daphne Ezer. \n\nDuring the evening – interactive workshops\nInteractive workshops will take place from Monday to Thursday\, from 7pm in the Berrick Saul Treehouse (BS/104) on Campus West. \nAll workshops are free but due to limited capacity booking is required. \nMonday 12th May\, 7pm – 8:30pm\nYour Seeds of Hope and Action with Justine Marchant and members of the SGI Student Division \nJoin us for an interactive and participatory delve into the threads and themes of the exhibition. Come along and explore: What is your vision for a better future? In what ways does the exhibition encourage\, stimulate and resonate with you? Where do you feel a sense of hope? How will you take and maintain action based on that hope? \nBook now \n\nTuesday 13th May\, 7pm – 9pm\nClimate Cafe\, run by York Climate Café Group \nA climate cafe is a small gathering which offers a place where fears\, uncertainties and hopes about our climate crisis can be safely expressed. It’s a confidential\, respectful\, thinking and feeling space where people can meet with others and talk informally about what climate change and ecological breakdown means for them\, perhaps find common ground\, and listen to others’ diverse experiences and feelings. \nBook now \n\nWednesday 14th May\, 7pm – 9pm\nHow We Made It Through\, run by Planet South Bank  \nJoin the local climate action group Planet South Bank for an evening exploring their most recent project: How We Made It Through. They will walk us through the community creative writing project that invited citizens of the South Bank area to picture their neighbourhood in the future\, having successfully made it to the other side of the 21st century polycrisis. Relevant to anyone interested in hope and fiction as tools of social change\, the workshop will include an invitation to try your own hand at some ‘Thrutopian’ fiction-writing. \nBook now \n\nThursday 15th May\,  6pm – 9pm\nClimate Fresk \nA Climate Fresk is a scientific and collaborative experience that empowers participants to grasp and share climate change’s causes and consequences through an interactive card game\, drawing from the latest IPCC report. The Fresk will be run by trained facilitators\, but doesn’t involve an expert presenting information to the group; instead it requires all participants to take an active role in the building-up of the Fresk\, becoming participative learners.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/the-seeds-of-hope-and-action-exhibition/
LOCATION:Various Events in York
CATEGORIES:Planet,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Take the Green Route! Nature Rides
DESCRIPTION:Join our weekly Nature Rides this Spring! We’ll explore the riverside\, meadows\, parks and woods in the south of York. \nSpend an enjoyable hour with us on a leisurely ride. We’ll relax together in fresh spring landscapes. We’ll be energised by sunshine\, the smells of new growth\, and the feel of warmer air on our skin. We’ll enjoy budding trees\, emerging spring blossom\, and pause to listen to birdsong. \nWe hope you’ll join us regularly and notice how the natural world changes through this beautiful season of renewal. \nYou’ll get some gentle exercise\, feel happier and healthier\, meet friendly people\, discover new green routes\, enjoy learning about nature and improve your cycling confidence and skills. \nHope you can join us! \nPracticalities\nMeet at 12:30pm in the area in the middle of Millennium Bridge. We’ll be there from 12:15pm. Look for the friendly people in purple York Bike Belles tops! \nPlease allow 1 hour for the Ride. It will take place at a steady pace\, with pauses to enjoy the nature around us. We usually cover between 3 and 4 miles in this time. Group numbers are limited to 8 people. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome. Please note you do not need to book a space for a child in a trailer or child seat. \nFor a Ride\, please bring a roadworthy bike and helmet. We can lend you a standard bike for the Ride\, with at least one week’s notice. Please note that it is a condition of our insurance that all riders on led rides wear a helmet. Do let us know in advance if you would like us to lend you a helmet. \nEveryone is welcome on a Ride! If you have difficulties pedalling ‘standard’ bikes or you have reduced mobility\, you can book a dedicated Cycling Without Age Ride on a comfortable passenger bike. If you don’t feel confident cycling for 30 minutes or so\, we can also offer a 1 hour confidence-building buddy session. \nPre-booking for bike hire or a buddy session is essential. Please email takethegreenroute@gmail.com or call us on 07493 692490 at least a week in advance of the Ride. \nPlease check the weather forecast beforehand and wear suitable clothing. Bring any personal medication. There are toilets at Cycle Heaven and Rowntree Park. Please do not attend if you are unwell. \nPlease travel to the activity by cycling or public transport if you can. All start points are easily accessible by bike or bus. Check out York’s Cycle Routes and Bus Information. \nTake the Green Route!\nTake the Green Route! is an exciting project for people and nature in York. \nCheck out the rest of our Spring Nature Programme of Nature Walks\, Rides\, Workshops and Socials. You’ll feel happier and more relaxed\, enjoy some gentle exercise\, have fun learning in small\, friendly groups\, and help create wilder spaces to restore our natural world. \nTake the Green Route! is made possible with the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players\, this two-year project is supporting a wide range of local people to enjoy nature-friendly lifestyles across York. \nFinally\, can you help our work continue? Our activities are offered free to York residents. We rely on donations and grants to fund our work towards a healthy\, green and kind York. Donate here.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/take-the-green-route-nature-rides/
LOCATION:York Millenium Bridge\, Rowntree Park\, York\, YO10 4ER
CATEGORIES:People,Travel
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DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20250331T145416Z
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SUMMARY:Newcastle B Social
DESCRIPTION:Join the B Lab UK team in Newcastle for a B Social\, hosted by McBryde & Co! We’re super excited to head to Newcastle for an evening of networking and inspiring conversation over pints (and non alcoholic drinks) and pizza! Whether you’re a longstanding B Corp\, a New B\, or just exploring the idea of certification\, this event is for you. \nPlease register each attendee separately so we have an accurate guest list on the night. \nWhen: Tuesday 29th April\, 18:00 – 20:00 \nWhere: Unit 167 Hoults Yard\, Walker Road\, Newcastle Upon Tyne\, NE6 2BS \nAbout our hosts: McBryde & Co is a strategic communications consultancy dedicated to driving meaningful change. As an award-winning\, B Corp-certified business\, we are committed to using our expertise to create a positive impact for people and the planet. Guided by our core values; caring\, transparent\, invested\, curious\, and driven\, we collaborate with forward-thinking organisations to shape narratives that matter. Sustainability\, authenticity\, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do\, ensuring that our work not only delivers results but also fosters a better future. \nWho should attend: This event is open to any employees of certified B Corps and anyone interested in learning a bit more about the B Corp movement. \nGetting there: The nearest Metro station is Byker and there are plenty of local bus routes that will get you within a few hundred metres of the taproom. There is parking onsite. \nAccessibility: There is a ramp at the entrance of the building. Accessible toilets are on the same floor as the venue space and there is a lift from the ground floor up to this level.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/newcastle-b-social/
LOCATION:Full Circle Brew Co\, Hoults Yard\,\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, NE6 2HL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Business for Good,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20250331T145850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T145850Z
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SUMMARY:York Green Business Forum: Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:York’s Green Business Forum’s next event is focusing on how your organisation can reduce its impact on the environment and why increasing your focus on biodiversity can benefit your business\, your customers\, and the planet! Participating businesses will access free expert advice\, hear from inspiring local business case studies\, and network with like-minded local organisations. \nYou will also hear from this event’s host\, York Museum Trust\, and attendees will have time to explore the York Museum Gardens during the workshop to see the power of biodiversity and nature in action. The gardens are a listed Botanical Garden and contain many varieties of plants  are famed for their fantastic collection of trees\, shrubs\, perennials and bulbs set against the stunning backdrop of the medieval ruins of St. Mary’s Abbey. \nTravel Information:  \nThe venue is a 10 minute walk from York Railway Station and accessible by many bus routes. For up-to-date information about local bus routes see the iTravel York website. There is plenty of nearby cycle parking; please download a copy of York’s Cycle Route Map for further information. \nAbout York Green Business Forum: \nYork Green Business Forum aims to help York businesses to reduce their carbon emissions\, future-proof their operations and become more sustainable. The forum meets quarterly to hear expert advice on how they can achieve their sustainability ambitions and network with other local business about key topics. \nIf you have any questions about the day\, or are interested in speaking at a future Green Business Forum\, please get in touch with our team at carbon.reduction@york.gov.uk.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/york-green-business-forum-biodiversity/
LOCATION:The Hospitium York Museum Gardens\, York\, YO30 7DR
CATEGORIES:Environment,Nature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250315
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20250312T061431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T061431Z
UID:10000182-1741910400-1741996799@sbs.eco
SUMMARY:International Day of Action for Rivers 2025
DESCRIPTION:International Day of Action for Rivers 2025 🌍💧\n📅 Date: March 14\, 2025🕘 Time: All day (Global Participation)📍 Location: Online & Local Community Events🎟️ Join Us: International Rivers Website \n\nAbout the Event\nThe International Day of Action for Rivers is a global movement dedicated to protecting and restoring the world’s rivers. Organized by International Rivers\, this annual event brings together communities\, businesses\, and environmental groups to raise awareness of the importance of free-flowing rivers and their role in sustaining biodiversity\, clean water\, and healthy ecosystems. \nThis year\, we’re calling on individuals and organizations to take action through:✅ River clean-up initiatives✅ Awareness campaigns & educational workshops✅ Policy advocacy for sustainable water management✅ Social media activism using #RiversUniteUs \n\nWhy This Matters 🌱\nRivers are lifelines for our planet\, supplying freshwater\, supporting ecosystems\, and sustaining communities. Yet\, they face increasing threats from pollution\, climate change\, and industrial exploitation. By participating in this global day of action\, we can: \n💧 Protect Water Resources – Prevent pollution and ensure clean drinking water for future generations.🌍 Combat Climate Change – Healthy rivers help regulate climate patterns and support biodiversity.📈 Benefit Businesses – Sustainable water management is key for industries that rely on water\, including agriculture\, energy\, and tourism. Companies that prioritize sustainability enhance their reputation\, attract eco-conscious consumers\, and future-proof their operations. \n\nHow to Participate\n1️⃣ Organize an Event – Set up a clean-up drive\, awareness campaign\, or corporate sustainability initiative.2️⃣ Join a Local Action – Find an event near you or participate virtually.3️⃣ Amplify the Message – Use your voice on social media with #RiversUniteUs to spread awareness.4️⃣ Commit to Sustainable Practices – Implement water-saving measures within your business or home. \n\n🌊 Let’s take action to protect our rivers and our planet! 🌊 \nFor more details\, visit: International Rivers Website \n🚀 Get involved today and make a lasting impact!
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/international-day-of-action-for-rivers-2025/
LOCATION:Our Planet
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240718T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240718T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20240702T091049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T091049Z
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SUMMARY:GreenTech Gathering
DESCRIPTION:West Yorkshire has the fastest growing digital sector\, with aims to make Leeds the UK’s First Net Zero City. To set the pace of our region’s sustainability journey and progress towards carbon neutrality\, the GreenTech Gathering is a relaxed and informal networking opportunity that brings together like-minded individuals and organisations in Yorkshire’s GreenTech community to connect in person\, share knowledge and collaborate. \nFeaturing a 20-minute industry speaker and a 15-minute community spotlight\, you’ll be able to hear from industry pioneers and thought leaders tackling some of the biggest questions we all have about the industry. \nConnect 🫱🏾‍🫲🏽\nMeet experts\, hear from industry leaders and collaborate across entrepreneurial ecosystems. \nShare 🧠\nGain access to knowledge\, insight and ideas from a community committed to developing technologies that lower emissions and improve our environment. \nInnovate🔬\nLeverage innovation to deliver impactful action and set the pace in defining the future of Green Technology. \nWhat To Expect? 💭 \n\nNetworking with industry experts\, change makers and leaders.\nLearn more about the latest industry innovations.\nFree drinks and nibbles.\n\nGuest Speaker🎤\nDanielle Heward\, Founder & Director @ Optimo \nOptimo’s mission is to create a better world by optimising the operations of every organisation working for environmental and social change. If their overall output increases\, we believe their impact will be greater too. Danielle will be talking on the topic of “From Why to How” where they share Optimo’s B-Corp journey and some practical advice on what businesses can do to think leaner and greener at the same time. \nCommunity Spotlight 🎤\nDr Zoe Detko\, Founder @ Ardea Eco-innovation \nArdea Eco-Innovation helps organisations to develop and implement emissions reduction and sustainability strategies\, with the goal of Net Zero. Their services include carbon accounting\, training\, conducting data analysis for environmental claims validation\, and identifying novel market applications. Dr Detko will be talking on the topic of “Finding the Benefits in Inconvenience”. You already know that reducing emissions will benefit your business in many different ways. But it’s at the point of inconvenience that we start to make a real difference. So how can we reveal the untapped potential waiting within the inconvenience?
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/greentech-gathering/
LOCATION:Sedulo\, The Ambler Club\,\, St. Paul's House\, 23 Park Square S\, Leeds\, LS1 2ND
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240613T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240613T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20240514T063334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T063558Z
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SUMMARY:Bradford Sustainability Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Bradford Sustainability Symposium Sustainable Business Services- Join SBS at this event held in Bradford \nAs Yorkshire Sustainability Festival develops and grows\, we are bringing together Sustainability Symposiums in 4 key locations across North\, East\, South and West Yorkshire. \nYSF serves as a regional assembly where leaders from the public\, private\, and third sectors actively participate and attend our events. Our Sustainability Symposiums are designated platforms for crucial dialogues involving leaders from anchor institutions\, corporations\, small and medium enterprises (SMEs)\, startups\, and youth representatives. \nWith our headline partners\, Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission\, these roundtable discussions will dig into their topic-based insight papers and recently updated YHCC Climate Action Plan. This has been developed with over 1000 hours of expert input and more than 1200 engagements online to create a comprehensive plan for the Yorkshire and Humber to attain a just transition to net zero by 2038 and to be a well-adapted\, climate-ready region that priorities nature’s recovery. \nEach part of our region has different challenges and different solutions to the problems we face from climate change\, and as such\, we’ll discuss the frameworks needed in each region with leaders paving the way in that region. \nAt our Bradford Sustainability Symposium\, we will host a series of high level roundtable discussions with leaders from across anchor institutions\, corporates\, SMEs\, start ups and young people. \nThe topics we will dig into are: \n\nConstruction\nRenewable Energy\nTransport\nSkills for the future\nTech\nBuilding a circular economy\nFood\n\n  \nOur agenda will be as follows: \n\n2pm – Arrival\n2:30pm – All roundtable discussions begin\n4:30pm – Drinks Reception with an internationally renowned keynote speaker – watch this space for an announcement.\n6:30pm – Close\n\n  \nTo be part of these discussions\, you need to be a decision maker in your organisation. There will be representation from the public sector\, corporate\, SME\, and Third sector in every discussion. You can apply for a place in one of our roundtables. Follow the below link to register your interest in your chosen city and topic and tell us what you’ll be able to contribute to the discussion. \nPlease note: applying for a place does not guarantee you entry. \nBradford Sustainability Symposium Sustainable Business Services- Join SBS at this event held in Bradford
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/bradford-sustainability-symposium/
LOCATION:Bradford\, TBC
CATEGORIES:Events,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240611T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240611T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20240514T063522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T063522Z
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SUMMARY:Hull Sustainability Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hull Sustainability Symposium Sustainable Business Services- Join SBS at this event held in Hull \nAs Yorkshire Sustainability Festival develops and grows\, we are bringing together Sustainability Symposiums in 4 key locations across North\, East\, South and West Yorkshire. \nYSF serves as a regional assembly where leaders from the public\, private\, and third sectors actively participate and attend our events. Our Sustainability Symposiums are designated platforms for crucial dialogues involving leaders from anchor institutions\, corporations\, small and medium enterprises (SMEs)\, startups\, and youth representatives. \nWith our headline partners\, Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission\, these roundtable discussions will dig into their topic-based insight papers and recently updated YHCC Climate Action Plan. This has been developed with over 1000 hours of expert input and more than 1200 engagements online to create a comprehensive plan for the Yorkshire and Humber to attain a just transition to net zero by 2038 and to be a well-adapted\, climate-ready region that priorities nature’s recovery. \nEach part of our region has different challenges and different solutions to the problems we face from climate change\, and as such\, we’ll discuss the frameworks needed in each region with leaders paving the way in that region. \nAt our Hull Sustainability Symposium\, we will host a series of high level roundtable discussions with leaders from across anchor institutions\, corporates\, SMEs\, start ups and young people. \nThe topics we will dig into are: \n\nConstruction\nRenewable Energy\nTransport\nSkills for the future\nTech\nBuilding a circular economy\nFood\n\n  \nOur agenda will be as follows: \n\n2pm – Arrival\n2:30pm – All roundtable discussions begin\n4:30pm – Drinks Reception with an internationally renowned keynote speaker – watch this space for an announcement.\n6:30pm – Close\n\n  \nTo be part of these discussions\, you need to be a decision maker in your organisation. There will be representation from the public sector\, corporate\, SME\, and Third sector in every discussion. You can apply for a place in one of our roundtables. Follow the below link to register your interest in your chosen city and topic and tell us what you’ll be able to contribute to the discussion. \nPlease note: applying for a place does not guarantee you entry. \nHull Sustainability Symposium Sustainable Business Services- Join SBS at this event held in Hull
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/hull-sustainability-symposium-copy/
LOCATION:Hull\, TBC
CATEGORIES:Events,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240610T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240610T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20240514T063748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T063748Z
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SUMMARY:Sheffield Sustainability Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Sheffield Sustainability Symposium Sustainable Business Services- Join SBS at this event held in Sheffield \nAs Yorkshire Sustainability Festival develops and grows\, we are bringing together Sustainability Symposiums in 4 key locations across North\, East\, South and West Yorkshire. \nYSF serves as a regional assembly where leaders from the public\, private\, and third sectors actively participate and attend our events. Our Sustainability Symposiums are designated platforms for crucial dialogues involving leaders from anchor institutions\, corporations\, small and medium enterprises (SMEs)\, startups\, and youth representatives. \nWith our headline partners\, Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission\, these roundtable discussions will dig into their topic-based insight papers and recently updated YHCC Climate Action Plan. This has been developed with over 1000 hours of expert input and more than 1200 engagements online to create a comprehensive plan for the Yorkshire and Humber to attain a just transition to net zero by 2038 and to be a well-adapted\, climate-ready region that priorities nature’s recovery. \nEach part of our region has different challenges and different solutions to the problems we face from climate change\, and as such\, we’ll discuss the frameworks needed in each region with leaders paving the way in that region. \nAt our Sheffield Sustainability Symposium\, we will host a series of high level roundtable discussions with leaders from across anchor institutions\, corporates\, SMEs\, start ups and young people. \nThe topics we will dig into are: \n\nConstruction\nRenewable Energy\nTransport\nSkills for the future\nTech\nBuilding a circular economy\nFood\n\n  \nOur agenda will be as follows: \n\n2pm – Arrival\n2:30pm – All roundtable discussions begin\n4:30pm – Drinks Reception with an internationally renowned keynote speaker – watch this space for an announcement.\n6:30pm – Close\n\n  \nTo be part of these discussions\, you need to be a decision maker in your organisation. There will be representation from the public sector\, corporate\, SME\, and Third sector in every discussion. You can apply for a place in one of our roundtables. Follow the below link to register your interest in your chosen city and topic and tell us what you’ll be able to contribute to the discussion. \nPlease note: applying for a place does not guarantee you entry. \nSheffield Sustainability Symposium Sustainable Business Services- Join SBS at this event held in Sheffield
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/sheffield-sustainability-symposium/
LOCATION:Sheffield\, TBC
CATEGORIES:Events,Sustainability
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240606
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20240507T082636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T082636Z
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SUMMARY:World Environmental Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:World Environment Day 2024 this years theme is Land restoration\, desertification and drought resilience. \nWorld Environment Day is the biggest international day for the environment. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)\, and held annually since 1973\, it has grown to be the largest global platform for environmental outreach. It is celebrated by millions of people across the world. \nThe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host World Environment Day 2024 with a focus on land restoration\, desertification and drought resilience. Land restoration is a key pillar of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration (2021-2030)\, a rallying call for the protection and revival of ecosystems all around the world\, which is critical to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/world-environmental-day-2024/
LOCATION:Our Planet
CATEGORIES:Nature,Planet
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240512
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20240507T085011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T085011Z
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SUMMARY:International Compost Awareness Week - 2024
DESCRIPTION:International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW) is the largest and most comprehensive education initiative of the compost industry. It is celebrated nationwide and in other countries each year during the first full week of May. The goal of ICAW is to work together to raise public awareness on why we all should be composting our organics recycling and using compost.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/international-compost-awareness-week-2024/
LOCATION:Our Planet
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230707T151500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230707T164500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230513T074212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T074212Z
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SUMMARY:Natural Mindfulness Wellbeing Walk
DESCRIPTION:Natural Mindfulness Walks bring you both the benefits of being outside\, and of mindfulness. They encourage a closer connection to nature\, which brings its own special benefits\, reducing blood pressure and anxiety and promoting creativity and sleep. \nThis walk will be guided Helen from Make it Wild. As well as being a medical doctor\, Helen is a qualified and experienced Natural Mindfulness Guide. \nWe will spend one and a half hours walking gently and slowly through our Ancient Woodlands and meadows. We will pause for guided mindfulness experiences. We will talk about the changes in nature that you can see as you walk. Helen will introduce elements of the wisdom of our ancestors about the changing seasons and the energy we can sense from nature if we pause and notice. \nWhat previous participants of our Natural Mindfulness Walks said:\n“I completely lost track of time – I thoroughly enjoyed every moment”\n“It was so wonderful to ‘be’ in the woods\, rather than concentrating on ‘doing’ all the time” \nPlease note that this event follows on from Where the Mind Grows – Wild Work Spaces\, and Green Arcana – Natural Craft Workshop\, at the same venue. It can be booked with those or independently. It would make a lovely end to the day!
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/natural-mindfulness-walk/
LOCATION:Bank Woods\, Summerbridge\, Harrogate\, HG3 4JR
CATEGORIES:Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230622T181500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230622T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230513T075944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T075944Z
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SUMMARY:Book Wilding Online - Infinite Wonder
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us online for the next in our Climate Action North Spring/Summer series of Book Wilding events. \nWe’re excited to welcome Mike Pratt\, author of Infinite Wonder who will be talking about his book\, telling us the story behind it and also reading from the book. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR – Mike is a self-taught naturalist and career conservationist\, now born-again activist\, interested in UK wildlife since early childhood and grown up immersed in nature\, in the north east of England. Mike has worked with many environmental organisations over a 37-year career so far and has been the CEO of Northumberland Wildlife Trust for the last 15 years. In this time\, he has worked throughout the north of England and Scotland on all aspects of wildlife and nature conservation\, from wilding to red squirrels and water voles\, forestry and landscape scale projects. Mike’s particular focus is engaging people with nature and he gives talks\, writes and draws as a way to inspire and express the magic and wonder he feels in landscapes and seeing wildlife and to ignite interest and passion in others to protects and value our natural world. \nMike’s website Living Mindfully Wild is a site about the art of noticing nature’s wonder\, its’ patterns\, rhythms and observations of wildlife and places all around us when we stop to look. It stems from Mike’s slightly obsessive lifestyle working with and immersing himself in all things natural a lot of the time\, borne of a lifelong affinity with wild creatures\, particularly in the northern UK. \nBOOK DESCRIPTION: Infinite wonder is about an immersive journey into Nature exploring ‘the 5 Elements of Nature Wonder’\, from seasonality to serendipity\, with close encounters with wild things\, otters orca and the tiny life around us. It’s a celebration of the intrinsic wonder of wild places and things we still have despite the climate and biodiversity crises\, and is written as an antidote to anxiety and a practical way into allowing nature to heal us as we literally love nature back to full health. It’s a love letter to nature and the result of a 40+ years close work with nature and environment. \nSource: Living Mindfully Wild
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/book-wilding-online-infinite-wonder/
LOCATION:Online\, -\, Global
CATEGORIES:Nature
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230621
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230502T090054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T090054Z
UID:10000025-1687219200-1687305599@sbs.eco
SUMMARY:The Big Zero Show
DESCRIPTION:Join more than 1000 industry professionals looking to progress their Net Zero journey and save carbon\, cost and energy.\nReal life Net Zero journeys from Coventry Building Society\, Hilton Foods\, King’s College London\, Mott MacDonald\, Lloyd’s Banking Group\, Coventry City Council.\nWest Midlands Mayor Andy Street and the Energy Institute’s Juliet Davenport.\nSpeed dating with the Net Zero Heroes\nThe Big Zero Lectures.\nPractical Solutions in the Tech Showcase.\nCase Study Cinema – don’t forget your popcorn.\nAn electric bus\, the Carbon Golf Course and the Formula E simulator.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/the-big-zero-show/
LOCATION:Coventry Building Society Arena\, Judds Lane\, Coventry\, CV6 6GE
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero
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ORGANIZER;CN="Future Net Zero":MAILTO:bigzeroshow@futurenetzero.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230607T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230607T151500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230502T091539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T091539Z
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SUMMARY:International Opportunities for Sustainable Exporters
DESCRIPTION:International Opportunities for Sustainable Exporters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Department for Business and Trade is pleased to invite businesses to join a virtual session and find out about opportunities in international markets as part of Go Green Go Global\, our sustainable export events series. \nHow is sustainability affecting trade? \nThe prioritisation of sustainable practices is a growing trend worldwide\, with many nations setting ambitious sustainability targets and some countries even introducing new regulations which have a significant impact on exporters. \nJoin this short session for an overview of international market opportunities and how you can demonstrate your sustainable practices to win new business. \nWhy attend?\n\nHear about the top 10 sustainable markets for UK exporters\nFind out about international opportunities in a variety of sectors and markets\nGain insights from our in-market teams including brief market and sector overviews\nFind out about how you can demonstrate your sustainable strategy to international buyers and win more business\nLearn about routes to market and how to overcome potential challenges\nHear about upcoming international trade missions and events for exploring markets of interest\nHave the opportunity to ask your questions in our Q&A
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/international-opportunities-for-sustainable-exporters/
LOCATION:Online\, -\, Global
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230502T083940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T083940Z
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SUMMARY:Expert 121 with James Staniforth\, Environmental Sustainability Advisor
DESCRIPTION:If you need help with developing a business that is sustainable\, book a free 45-minute in-person 121 session with James Staniforth\, Environmental Sustainability Carbon Foot Printing Advisor\, for an initial conversation Carbon foot printing for business\, understanding your impact and developing a net-zero strategy. \nChoose from a selection of dates and times to suit you. Once you’ve registered\, we’ll pass on your details (name and email address) to James\, who will contact you with some questions prior to your session with him. \nConversations with James are likely to focus on: \n\nCarbon foot printing for business\, understanding your impact and developing a net-zero strategy.\nUnderstanding sustainability jargon\nHow to confidently talk about sustainability\, following the correct standards and protocols\nEnvironmental and sustainability advice\, policy and CSR development.\nHow to demonstrate your commitments – pledges and commitments\nStaff engagement and training and advice on how to articulate your ambition externally.\n\nExpert biography \nJames Staniforth -the Founder of Sustainable Business Services and Co-Founder of U Offset. James has several years background in sustainability working in the water industry working with businesses to understand water scarcity here in the UK how to be more efficient and use less\, linking using less water with using less energy\, cost and environmental impact. \nThis online session will take place via Zoom \nFollowing the session\, the expert will send you a feedback form which we would be grateful if you could complete to allow us to monitor the success of our offered expert 121s. \n——————- \nImportant \nAll our expert one-to-one meetings on offer are free\, but places are limited as our business expert partners are giving their valuable time to the BIPC and to you for free while fitting these sessions into their busy schedule. Therefore\, if you need to cancel the session\, to give a chance for others to still book it\, please give at least two working days’ notice when possible via: \n\nemail to bipc@brighton-hove.gov.uk\, or\ncancelling your booking on Eventbrite\, or\nemail/call to the business expert.\n\nPlease note down the experts’ contact details when they get in touch with you prior to the session. \n——————- \nIncrease your chances of business success \nBusiness & IP Centre Sussex supports people to start\, grow and protect their businesses in Sussex. Come and access our free market research and intellectual property databases and take part in our regular programme of workshops\, webinars and networking events. \nWhat if I don’t live / have my business in Sussex? \nFind your local BIPC here to find out how they can help you: https://www.bl.uk/business-and-ip-centre/national-network
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/expert-121-with-james-staniforth-environmental-sustainability-advisor-3/
LOCATION:Online\, -\, Global
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230516T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230523T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230506T061222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230506T061222Z
UID:10000029-1684231200-1684848600@sbs.eco
SUMMARY:Carbon Literacy For SME's
DESCRIPTION:What is Carbon Literacy? \nCarbon Literacy is “An awareness of the carbon costs and impacts of everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions\, on an individual\, community and organisational basis.” \nCarbon Literacy training is a full day program (8hours)\, the end of which participants have to submit group (workplace/community group) and individual carbon reduction pledges to enable them to become “Carbon Literate” and gain certification. Certification is done independently through the Carbon Literacy Project . \nWho is this course for? \nThis course is aimed at representatives from SMEs who are looking to increase their awareness of carbon dioxide costs\, impacts\, and most importantly how to reduce emissions. \nWe will help you cut through some of the jargon around the Net Zero agenda and give you practical advice on how to begin to measure and reduce your emissions. \nThe course will enable you to empower your team to take climate action and will also give you the knowledge\, skills and confidence to act to reduce your carbon emissions to support your company’s journey to Net Zero.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/carbon-literacy-for-smes-2/
LOCATION:Online\, -\, Global
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230515T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230515T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230502T083819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T083819Z
UID:10000023-1684141200-1684155600@sbs.eco
SUMMARY:Expert 121 with James Staniforth\, Environmental Sustainability Advisor
DESCRIPTION:If you need help with developing a business that is sustainable\, book a free 45-minute in-person 121 session with James Staniforth\, Environmental Sustainability Carbon Foot Printing Advisor\, for an initial conversation Carbon foot printing for business\, understanding your impact and developing a net-zero strategy. \nChoose from a selection of dates and times to suit you. Once you’ve registered\, we’ll pass on your details (name and email address) to James\, who will contact you with some questions prior to your session with him. \nConversations with James are likely to focus on: \n\nCarbon foot printing for business\, understanding your impact and developing a net-zero strategy.\nUnderstanding sustainability jargon\nHow to confidently talk about sustainability\, following the correct standards and protocols\nEnvironmental and sustainability advice\, policy and CSR development.\nHow to demonstrate your commitments – pledges and commitments\nStaff engagement and training and advice on how to articulate your ambition externally.\n\nExpert biography \nJames Staniforth -the Founder of Sustainable Business Services and Co-Founder of U Offset. James has several years background in sustainability working in the water industry working with businesses to understand water scarcity here in the UK how to be more efficient and use less\, linking using less water with using less energy\, cost and environmental impact. \nThis online session will take place via Zoom \nFollowing the session\, the expert will send you a feedback form which we would be grateful if you could complete to allow us to monitor the success of our offered expert 121s. \n——————- \nImportant \nAll our expert one-to-one meetings on offer are free\, but places are limited as our business expert partners are giving their valuable time to the BIPC and to you for free while fitting these sessions into their busy schedule. Therefore\, if you need to cancel the session\, to give a chance for others to still book it\, please give at least two working days’ notice when possible via: \n\nemail to bipc@brighton-hove.gov.uk\, or\ncancelling your booking on Eventbrite\, or\nemail/call to the business expert.\n\nPlease note down the experts’ contact details when they get in touch with you prior to the session. \n——————- \nIncrease your chances of business success \nBusiness & IP Centre Sussex supports people to start\, grow and protect their businesses in Sussex. Come and access our free market research and intellectual property databases and take part in our regular programme of workshops\, webinars and networking events. \nWhat if I don’t live / have my business in Sussex? \nFind your local BIPC here to find out how they can help you: https://www.bl.uk/business-and-ip-centre/national-network
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/expert-121-with-james-staniforth-environmental-sustainability-advisor-2/
LOCATION:Online\, -\, Global
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230601
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230302T090346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T090346Z
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SUMMARY:No Mow May
DESCRIPTION:This May there is a very easy thing you can do in your garden to help wild flowers and struggling pollinators too – put your lawnmowers away for No Mow May. Whether it’s a small patch or your whole lawn\, you can have an impact.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/no-mow-may/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T104500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230411T063116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T063116Z
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SUMMARY:Expert 121 with James Staniforth\, Environmental Sustainability Advisor - Copy
DESCRIPTION:If you need help with developing a business that is sustainable\, book a free 45-minute in-person 121 session with James Staniforth\, Environmental Sustainability Carbon Foot Printing Advisor\, for an initial conversation Carbon foot printing for business\, understanding your impact and developing a net-zero strategy. \nChoose from a selection of dates and times to suit you. Once you’ve registered\, we’ll pass on your details (name and email address) to James\, who will contact you with some questions prior to your session with him. \nConversations with James are likely to focus on: \n\nCarbon foot printing for business\, understanding your impact and developing a net-zero strategy.\nUnderstanding sustainability jargon\nHow to confidently talk about sustainability\, following the correct standards and protocols\nEnvironmental and sustainability advice\, policy and CSR development.\nHow to demonstrate your commitments – pledges and commitments\nStaff engagement and training and advice on how to articulate your ambition externally.\n\nExpert biography \nJames Staniforth -the Founder of Sustainable Business Services and Co-Founder of U Offset. James has several years background in sustainability working in the water industry working with businesses to understand water scarcity here in the UK how to be more efficient and use less\, linking using less water with using less energy\, cost and environmental impact. \nThis online session will take place via Zoom \nFollowing the session\, the expert will send you a feedback form which we would be grateful if you could complete to allow us to monitor the success of our offered expert 121s. \n——————- \nImportant \nAll our expert one-to-one meetings on offer are free\, but places are limited as our business expert partners are giving their valuable time to the BIPC and to you for free while fitting these sessions into their busy schedule. Therefore\, if you need to cancel the session\, to give a chance for others to still book it\, please give at least two working days’ notice when possible via: \n\nemail to bipc@brighton-hove.gov.uk\, or\ncancelling your booking on Eventbrite\, or\nemail/call to the business expert.\n\nPlease note down the experts’ contact details when they get in touch with you prior to the session. \n——————- \nIncrease your chances of business success \nBusiness & IP Centre Sussex supports people to start\, grow and protect their businesses in Sussex. Come and access our free market research and intellectual property databases and take part in our regular programme of workshops\, webinars and networking events. \nWhat if I don’t live / have my business in Sussex? \nFind your local BIPC here to find out how they can help you: https://www.bl.uk/business-and-ip-centre/national-network
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/expert-121-with-james-staniforth-environmental-sustainability-advisor-copy/
LOCATION:Online\, -\, Global
CATEGORIES:Net-Zero
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230227T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093009
CREATED:20230301T170833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T170833Z
UID:10000002-1677484800-1678640400@sbs.eco
SUMMARY:Fairtrade Fortnight
DESCRIPTION:Making the small switch to Fairtrade supports producers in protecting the future of some of our most-loved food and the planet.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/fairtrade-fortnight/
CATEGORIES:Food
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