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SUMMARY:Clean Air Day
DESCRIPTION:Clean Air Day is the UK’s largest air pollution awareness campaign\, organised annually by Global Action Plan to raise public understanding and drive action for cleaner air. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nAccess free resources for Clean Air Day events\, encourage low-emission commuting among employees\, partner with Global Action Plan on air quality initiatives\, advocate for policy changes affecting business operations. \nWho Should Attend\nBusinesses committed to sustainability\, HR and facilities managers\, schools\, local authorities\, healthcare professionals\, community groups. \nAbout the Event\nClean Air Day\, launched in 2017 by Global Action Plan\, is held every third Thursday in June. It raises awareness of air pollution’s impacts on health and the environment\, encouraging individuals\, communities\, schools\, businesses\, and local authorities to take action. The campaign provides resources for events and petitions to influence policy\, such as cleaner transport. \nAir pollution is linked to thousands of premature deaths annually in the UK. Past campaigns have increased public prioritisation of the issue\, with more people choosing active travel over cars. Global Action Plan collaborates with organisations to mobilise the Clean Air movement. \nThe day promotes simple actions like reducing car idling\, walking or cycling\, and advocating for systemic changes to eliminate fossil fuel use in urban areas. \nEvent Details\nOrganiser: Global Action Plan \nOrganiser website:\n\nhttps://www.globalactionplan.org.uk/\n \nStart:\n\n2026-06-18\n \nEnd:\n\n2026-06-18\n \nEvent link:\n\nView event details
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/clean-air-day-2/
LOCATION:United Kingdom (multiple community locations)\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Net Zero & Climate
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SUMMARY:Great Big Green Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s largest celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nEngage employees in community climate initiatives\, host corporate green events\, demonstrate sustainability leadership\, partner with local environmental efforts\, reduce operational impacts through shared actions. \nWho Should Attend\nBusinesses\, community groups\, schools\, local councils\, environmental organisations\, sustainability managers\, CSR teams. \nAbout the Event\nGreat Big Green Week is coordinated by The Climate Coalition\, uniting over 130 organisations including WWF\, RSPB\, National Trust\, and others. It encourages communities\, schools\, businesses\, and individuals to host or join local events focused on climate action\, nature protection\, sustainability\, and reducing environmental impact. Events include clothes swaps\, food sharing\, litter picks\, community planting\, repair cafes\, and educational activities. The initiative demonstrates collective power for a greener\, fairer future through grassroots participation nationwide. Participation is free and open to all\, with resources provided for schools and groups to organise activities. \nEvent Details\nOrganiser: The Climate Coalition \nOrganiser website:\n\nhttps://www.theclimatecoalition.org/\n \nStart:\n\n2026-06-06\n \nEnd:\n\n2026-06-14\n \nEvent link:\n\nView event details
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/great-big-green-week-2026-2/
LOCATION:United Kingdom (multiple community locations)\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Nature & Biodiversity,Net Zero & Climate
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
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SUMMARY:Water Saving Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Annual UK awareness campaign promoting water conservation and protecting wildlife habitats. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nPractical reporting insight | Supplier engagement ideas | Tender readiness \nWho Should Attend\nBusinesses\, local authorities\, and individuals interested in water conservation and sustainability practices. \nAbout the Event\nWater Saving Week is an annual awareness campaign in the UK that promotes water conservation and the protection of wildlife habitats. The theme for 2026 is ‘Protect Water for Wildlife’. Participants are encouraged to commit to water-saving actions across homes\, workplaces\, and hospitality venues\, contributing to sustainability efforts and environmental stewardship. \nEvent Details\nOrganiser: Waterwise \nStart:\n\n2026-05-04\n \nEnd:\n\n2026-05-10\n \nEvent link:\n\nView event details
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/water-saving-week-2026/
LOCATION:United Kingdom (multiple community locations)\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Nature & Biodiversity,Net Zero & Climate,Water
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260501T080000
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SUMMARY:No Mow May
DESCRIPTION:No Mow May is Plantlife’s annual national campaign that invites people across the UK to lock up their lawnmowers for the entire month of May. By allowing grass and wildflowers to grow naturally\, participants provide critical early-season food sources for pollinators emerging from hibernation\, including dandelions\, clover\, and wild violets. The campaign is designed to support local ecosystems and demonstrate how simple behavioural changes can connect people with wildlife and biodiversity. \nBusiness Takeaways\nOrganisations can demonstrate environmental commitment by encouraging staff participation and incorporating nature-friendly practices into workplace grounds management. The campaign highlights business opportunities in sustainable landscaping and pollinator-friendly horticulture. \nWho can join in\nHomeowners\, community groups\, schools\, local councils\, businesses with grounds\, and environmental advocates seeking practical ways to support UK biodiversity and pollinator conservation. \n  \nhttps://www.plantlife.org.uk/join-thousands-across-the-uk-taking-part-in-the-no-mow-movement/
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/no-mow-may-26/
LOCATION:United Kingdom (multiple community locations)\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Animals & Insects,Nature,Nature & Biodiversity,Planet
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SUMMARY:No Meat May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Try plant-rich eating for\n31 days 🌱\n\n\n\n\n👉 Feel better. Save money. Help animals — starting today. \n\n\n\n\n👉 Get your FREE cookbook + meal plans \n\n\nAbout No Meat May\n\n\n\n\nNo Meat May started in 2013. We come back bigger and stronger every year\, partly because the food keeps getting better! But mostly because of the incredible stories people share with us on how taking part in this 31 day challenge has changed their life for the better. This is the fuel that keeps our engines firing. 🔥 \nWe are determined to inspire more people like you to change the world by shifting to more plant-rich eating. And we are committed to ensure everyone has a good time & does it well. \nWe depend on the generosity of this community to keep doing what we do. Funds raised through the No Meat May challenge are directed 100% to improving the event year on year and to supporting more people to shift to plant-rich eating for those 4 BIG reasons.
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/no-meat-may-2026/
LOCATION:United Kingdom (multiple community locations)\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Campaign,Food,Nature & Biodiversity
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SUMMARY:Stop Food Waste Day
DESCRIPTION:Global awareness day dedicated to reducing food waste through education\, inspiration\, and practical action. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nReduce operational food waste costs; optimize supply chains and storage; repurpose surplus food for community benefit; lower Scope 3 emissions through better waste management. \nWho Should Attend\nHospitality managers\, food service operators\, procurement teams\, sustainability officers\, retail and supply chain professionals. \nAbout the Event\nStop Food Waste Day is the largest single day of action against global food waste\, observed annually on the last Wednesday of April. Launched in 2017 by Compass Group USA\, it unites individuals\, businesses\, and communities worldwide to educate on food waste issues and ignite behavioral change. The initiative highlights the environmental impact of food waste\, which contributes 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Participants are encouraged to prevent waste at the source through optimal storage and meal planning\, inspire others to reduce waste\, and repurpose surplus food. Millions have pledged to end food waste\, sharing tips and engaging in global conversations to minimize environmental impact. \nEvent Details\nOrganiser: Compass Group \nOrganiser website:\n\nhttps://www.compass-group.com\n \nStart:\n\n2026-04-29\n \nEnd:\n\n2026-04-29\n \nEvent link:\n\nView event details
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/stop-food-waste-day-2026/
LOCATION:United Kingdom (multiple community locations)\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Net Zero & Climate,Waste
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SUMMARY:Big Walk and Wheel 2026
DESCRIPTION:Participate in the UK’s largest inter-school active travel challenge from 16–27 March 2026. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nSchools can utilize free curriculum-aligned resources to integrate active travel and sustainability into daily operations\, fostering community engagement and environmental impact reduction. \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is ideal for primary and secondary schools across the UK\, including school staff\, pupils\, parents\, and families\, especially those focused on promoting active travel and reducing environmental impact. \nAbout the Event\nBig Walk and Wheel 2026 is the UK’s largest inter-school walking\, wheeling\, scooting and cycling challenge\, now in its 17th year and delivered by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. Running from 16–27 March 2026\, this challenge inspires pupils and staff to make active journeys to school\, improving air quality in neighborhoods and promoting sustainable travel habits. Open to all UK schools including SEN/ALN/ASN schools\, the challenge is free to join with schools competing to record the highest percentage of pupils using active travel. Daily prizes are awarded to schools with significant participation. The challenge includes curriculum-linked lesson plans\, assembly presentations\, and resources to engage the community in active travel. \nEvent Details\nOrganiser: Walk Wheel Cycle Trust \nOrganiser website:\n\nhttps://www.walkwheelcycletrust.org.uk/\n \nStart:\n\n2026-03-16\n \nEnd:\n\n2026-03-27\n \nEvent link:\n\nView event details
URL:https://sbs.eco/sustainable-events/big-walk-wheel-2026/
LOCATION:United Kingdom (multiple community locations)\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education,Net Zero & Climate,Skills & Workforce
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