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June is shaping up to be a big month for climate action across Oxfordshire.

A new generation of “plug-in solar” panels could soon transform how people across Oxfordshire access clean energy - particularly renters and those living in flats.

Find out what sustainability support for Oxfordshire SMEs is available, including free energy assessments, match funding for upgrades, practical checklists, local and national resources, and grant schemes to cut costs and emissions.

Climate Action Oxfordshire has expanded its coordination group, bringing together local councils, community networks, charities, and partnerships to strengthen how people across the county are supported to take practical action on climate and nature.

A series of free, hands‑on EV events across Oxfordshire will give residents the chance to explore electric vehicles up close, learn about charging options, and see how switching to cleaner transport could fit into everyday life.

Climate Action Oxfordshire is undergoing some exciting developments! We'd love to hear your feedback on a couple of key questions to help us develop the website in a way that suits everyone best. Link to the survey below.

How the Community Resilience Grant scheme is helping Oxfordshire's community groups adapt to a changing climate.

Discover real Oxfordshire success stories of staying warm, cutting energy use, and reducing bills - and learn how you can do the same.

Flood Action Week 2025 (13-19 October) is a good time to remind people what sort of preparations they need to think about now – as well as what to do if their property becomes flooded

Repair Cafés like the one at Bicester Green are working to prevent treasured items heading to landfill.

This year’s National Allotments Week runs from 11-17 August. However, if you want to grow something edible but don’t have an allotment, how about planting a community orchard? Here’s how Cuddesdon and Denton Parish Council went about it

To celebrate World Bee Day (20 May), we’re exploring the world of bees, with nature recovery officer, Roselle Chapman. We’re looking at how these environmental heroes live and the steps we can take to help them (and us) thrive.

In Oxfordshire there are a variety of organisations which can help lower the financial and environmental cost of maternity wear and baby supplies.

Oxfordshire County Council will be hosting a free workshop to help local SMEs develop Carbon Reduction Plans.

Biodiversity conservation in Oxfordshire is unique and Rocey Belandria, Climate and Natural Environment Officer, has lots of suggestions for how to get involved.

Food Waste Action Week runs from 17 to 23 March 2025, a national campaign focussed on reducing food waste.

In October 2024, Rose Hill and Iffley Low Carbon (RHILC) was delighted and honoured to be the overall winner of the Oxford Climate Award and also winner of the Climate Community Group Award.

This month – which coincides with Energy Saving Week (17-23 January 2025) - we are looking at how we can reduce the amount of gas and electricity we waste, while also saving costs and staying warm at home.

It’s National Tree Week (November 23 to December 1 2024), the UK’s annual celebration of trees!

Discover the local Libraries of Things, where you can borrow party kit for those holiday gatherings. Plus, how to hire a a party outfit, and some gorgeous, green ways to wrap your gifts. Read on for ideas to make this festive season a sustainable one.

Advice on developing affordable and sustainable housing from Hook Norton Community Land Trust

Advice on how to ensure all recyclable items can be saved from the rubbish and recycled into something else

Encouraging everyone to buy only pre-owned items for the 30 days in September

Advice from Future Nature Wildlife Trust Consultancy, by Russell Hartwell