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This month, it's been clear that our energy system is a cost to the planet and our purses. We've seen both campaigners and ordinary people calling for change to tackle both issues.
In our October Climate News, we're sharing affordable, fun and healthy ways to take positive action to tackle the climate crisis and cost of living at the same time - from free workshops to low-cost active travel.
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 In a recent survey conducted by the University of Bath, 75% of young people said that the climate crisis made them worried about the future.
What If Lambeth are calling on 16-25 year olds in Lambeth to channel the power of positive thinking to feel empowered, not overwhelmed.
Join the workshop this Thursday 20 October at 6-8pm in Streatham Library!
 This month, Lambeth announced a £1.7m investment in sustainable travel as part of our ongoing and ambitious efforts to reduce emissions and air pollution, make our roads safer and to tackle health inequalities.
We launched the funding with a video with Cllr Rezina Chowdury featuring our partners Our Bike!
We're supporting a new project with Incredible Edible Lambeth and Big Kid to help young people access nature and learn about food growing.
Join them on Tuesday 25 October for a 'Growing & Creative Sign Decorating' workshop at Dexters Adventure Playground in Brixton.
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 There's 2 more weeks to comment on Lambeth's Draft Air Quality Action Plan.
The plan includes actions to tackle illegal levels of air pollution, harming the health of our communities.
We've broken up the evidence and actions in the plan into bitesize chunks for you to review and comment.
Simply visit Clean Air Lambeth to let us know your ideas.
 Did you know that there are seven OurBike community e-cargo bikes located across Lambeth?
They are available for residents and businesses to rent for local trips and deliveries. The first two hours are FREE and then rental costs £3 per hour.
Visit the OurBike website for more information on how to register to use the bikes.
 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 this month across London visit Cycle Confident.
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