The clean energy switch is happening across Edinburgh and the Lothians. It’s a chance to re-wire energy to be fairer, more sustainable and with the interests of communities at its centre. As Climate Hubs, we believe that communities should benefit directly from the clean energy generated in their area. That’s why we’re working together on […]
What is CommonWatt? The plan to make community energy work for all Read More »
Access to land and growing space is an issue for many community groups and individuals. However, almost any space can be used for growing and can become an abundance of edibles. The Food Growers Collective met at Tranent Muirpark allotments on Friday, 17 June, to learn more about what can be achieved with not a
A potted guide to growing in small spaces with Dr Stan da Prato Read More »
A WOMEN-ONLY surf group from East Lothian is helping learn more about our rivers and coastline. Surf instructor Sally Harris, of Innerwick, introduced river stewardship to her retreats to give participants a better appreciation of the waterways. Through a partnership with local environment groups and the Forth Rivers Trust, the programme shows that connection to
East Lothian’s ‘surfing sisterhood’ turn citizen scientists Read More »
The winning meadows in Scotland’s first No Mow May competition were announced in East Linton Community Hall last week. During judging 143 species were identified in the lawns, left to grow throughout May. This included 23 types of grass and species on the conservation “Red List”. Corn Spurrey, Common Rockrose and Sheep Sorrel, which are
Scotland’s rarest plants found in East Linton competition lawns for No Mow May Read More »
Can shared ownership of renewable energy generate meaningful income for community climate action? Scotland’s Climate Hubs recently commissioned Regen and Changeworks to investigate whether shared ownership of renewable-energy projects could provide long-term income for community climate action. The resulting Evidence Case highlighted potential renewable-energy opportunities, costs and possible roles for the Climate Hubs. It also
Can the renewable energy change fund climate action? Invitation to Tender Read More »
Proposal for communities to share in renewable energy wealth not realistic without urgent government intervention, says Climate Hub report A new report by funded by Scotland’s Community Climate Action Hub programme and conducted by Regen shows Scotland is uniquely positioned to realise the UK government’s plans for communities to share in the profits of
Scotland’s promise of shared renewables wealth at risk Read More »
ELCAN and East Lothian Climate Hub: Year 2 in Review The East Lothian Climate Hub is now two years old. To misquote AA Milne, we’re “almost new.” Our second year was more than an opportunity to build on still fresh foundations. We were able to keep hold of our beginner’s mindset and the knowledge there’s
Hub Update: Another year of Climate and Nature action in East Lothian Read More »
The ELCAN Policy Circle was formed last summer. It is made of volunteers from ELCAN member groups and addresses nature and climate issues, important to the local communities of East Lothian. Since forming, we have been developing and refining our areas of focus, and how to be most effective. Some of the actions we have
ELCAN Policy Circle: Shape decision making on climate and nature Read More »
David Attenborough, the UK’s best known naturalist turns 100 on 8th May. In a lifetime spanning ten decades and seven continents, it’s humbling to think one of the broadcaster’s “wildlife wonders of the world” is here in East Lothian. Bass Rock is a familiar sight in the Forth Valley. 150,000 pairs of Northern Gannets converge
David Attenborough at 100: East Lothian’s place naturalist’s list of wildlife wonders Read More »
Thank you to the candidates and attendees at the first Climate and Poverty Hustings for the newly created Edinburgh East, Musselburgh and Tranent seat. With difficult and diverse questions on topics ranging from flood defences to food price caps – we hope it was a valuable discussion ahead of the Scottish Elections on 7 May.