SCAN meetings
Our meetings are usually held at the Friends Meeting House on Eastcott Hill, SN1 3JF (A short walk from the bus stops in Regents Circus) Everyone is welcome - please come along and get involved.
24th June: This will be a presentation by Duncan Robinson about his recent travels to Antarctica with RWE npower. These may be the biggest producers of coal fired electricity generation, but come and hear what he has to say!
The talk starts at 7.30pm with refreshments from 7.00
In March 2009, Duncan was one of the npower team that accompanied the famous polar explorer and environmental campaigner, Robert Swan OBE, on an expedition to Antarctica.
Duncan says of his experiences:
" I wanted to learn from Robert, to help to inspire us all to take steps that together will make a difference, that will reduce the impact of global warming, and will help to save Antarctica."
Following the film, there will be an opportunity for questions and further discussion.
Notes
Robert Swan was the first man to walk to both the South and the North Pole, where he witnessed first hand the effects of global warming; an early break of the sea ice at the North Pole almost spelt death for him and his team. Through his organisation ‘2041’, he now campaigns for the preservation of Antarctica to ensure that it is not devastated in the pursuit of oil when the current moratorium on mineral extraction in Antarctica ends in the year 2041.
The expedition was part of the ongoing partnership between npower and 2041; working to provide renewable energy at 2041's education base camp (E-Base) on King George Island, Antarctica. The E-Base is for the benefit of future generations of young people who can visit it, either in person or via the internet, and learn about the beauty and fragility of Antarctica and the urgent need for conservation.
CALENDAR
Sunday 14th June 2009. Swindon Family Cycling Festival. 10.00am to 4.00pm, Lydiard Park. A cycling road show open to all. Come along and learn about cycling in the area and have a go on a wide selection of bikes and family cycling systems on the Try Out track. There will be maps, routes, advice and even a free bike check available. Additionally, there will be free, guided cycle rides around Lydiard Park led by professional cycling instructors, and if there is demand for longer routes these will be available also.
Cost: Free
Contact: Tamina Oliver – tamina.oliver@ctc.org.uk -- 07717 696672
29th July - 2nd August 2009 Big Green Gathering at Fernhill Farm, near Cheddar Village, Somerset. A shuttle bus runs from Weston Super Mare rail station to the festival site.
The Big Green Gathering is back for 2009 with all the old favourites plus some exciting new initiatives. Whether you want to see a favourite band, learn how to make a rag rug, be pampered in the healing field, this fun event has a serious message about our environment and showcases sustainable lifestyles. Penny Kemp, Director of the Big Green Gathering said, "It's the ultimate low carbon holiday. We are able to show people how they can reduce their carbon footprint in a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. We are also in discussion with the Eden Project and plans are afoot to have an Eden area in 2009."
This five day extravaganza is divided into several themed zones, each contributing to a vision of sustainable living, combined with some of best entertainment in the country, whatever your taste from alternative theatre to carnival and eastern folk. If your dream is to build a new house, the sustainable homes area has the expertise and if gardening is your thing, the Permaculture area offers workshops and talks.
The Big Green Gathering has a GAMA (green access and mobility area) field ensuring that all members of society have equal access to the festival.
The Big Green Gathering Forum is a debating tent, where festival goers can engage with environmental experts on issues of the day. The highlight is the Big Green Gathering Question Time, which has featured among others, former Environment Minister, Michael Meacher, Tony Juniper, Executive Director of Friends of the Earth, Caroline Lucas MEP, BBC's Ethical Man, Justin Rowlatt and It's Not Easy Being Green's, Brigit Strawbridge.
For more information see http://www.big-green-gathering.com/
If you are going to the Big Green Gathering and would like to camp with a group of fellow Swindonites, contact simon@SwindonClimate.org.uk
Thursday 12th November 2009. Cycling in Swindon. Alistair Millington - Sustrans Area Manager, Wiltshire and Swindon. Swindon Civic Trust event, starts 7:30pm. Details to follow.
Saturday 5th December 2009. March in London. Vote with your feet to stop climate chaos.
Time is running out to keep us safe from climate change.
At the UN climate summit in Copenhagen this December world leaders will decide how to tackle global warming. They must deliver a fair international deal that keeps global warming under 2 degrees C and protects the poorest and most vulnerable people.
Put this date in your diary now. Check back later for details of transport from Swindon.
Share this page:
|
|
|
|
|
|
