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9 out of 10 people in Lambeth say that caring for the environment is important to them, but sometimes it's hard to know where to start. Lambeth's September Climate News provides you with a selection of local opportunities to empower you - from getting creative this Great Big Green Week to teaching young people about CO2 emissions.
The benefits of taking climate-friendly actions in our communities are more clear than ever. From energy cost saving upgrades to homes and cycle schemes that reduce air pollution to growing delicious veg in community gardens....the list goes on!
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 We’re looking for your ideas to help us build an Air Quality Action Plan that responds to the issues your community faces.
Visit our new interactive website by 2nd November to learn about air pollution and submit your views on our draft plan.
Car Free Day is a great chance to re-imagine our streets. To celebrate, we're animating a walking and cycling route along Railton Road on Saturday 24 September, 12-4pm.
There will be a Peddle My Wheels bike market with all profits raised going to upCYCLE, music from GrooveSchool, balance bike sessions courtesy of Cycle Confident, and lots of fun activities for the whole family.
Car Free Day in Lambeth
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 Great Big Green Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of action to tackle climate change and protect nature, taking place in communities nationwide from 24 September to 2 October.
Take part locally by visiting an upcoming event in Lambeth:
Community groups in Lambeth are making a big impact - on others' lives as well as on our environment.
In the UK, we throw away 6.6m tonnes of household food waste. Three quarters of this could have been eaten, whilst people are going hungry.
The Healthy Living Platform is looking for Brixton Food Hub volunteers to help re-distribute surplus food. Contact Freya on 07572 662 093 or info@healthylivingplatform.org to sign up.
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Climate Ed are looking for volunteers to help them deliver climate education in local schools. We know that 90% of students are concerned about the impact of climate change - Climate Ed are helping to inform and empower the next generation.
Sign up here to become a workshop volunteer
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We're also inspired by local organisations who are raising awareness of the things we can do to save money and keep warm.
Check out Transition Town Brixton's "draft-busting" tips
 SE24 Sustainable Energy are a local organisation developing community energy projects. They have helped schools install measures such as solar panels and LED lighting, reducing energy usage and costs.
They are looking for volunteers to conduct lighting surveys to assess energy savings, helping them secure funding to go further.
Volunteer roles with SE24
 Retrofitting is the addition of new technology or features to older buildings. By adding new technologies such as door seals, double glazing, loft insulation and solar panels we can reduce our energy consumption and be warmer.
Whether you are a homeowner, tenant or business owner, the Herne Hill Forum are running a series of retrofit workshops to support you.
Fill out Herne Hill Forum's workshop form
Owner-occupiers and people living in private rental properties with low EPC ratings can apply for the Mayor of London's Warmer Homes scheme. The grant provides up to £25,000 for home energy efficiency improvements to reduce energy bills.*
*Please see eligibility criteria
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 Hiring bikes is a great way to see London, commute to work without having to find parking and avoid waiting in traffic.
The Santander Cycle Scheme has expanded, offering e-bikes to try and a 50% discount for NHS employees from 12 September.
For more information visit TfL's pages
 Dr Bike sessions offer a chance to get your bike checked for free by experienced mechanics. They will check everything from your bike wheels, brakes, gears and tyre pressure to lights, racks, pedals or saddles. Any minor adjustments that can be made will be done there and then free of change.
For a full list of Dr Bike sessions taking place across London visit Cycle Confident.
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