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Welcome to our July Climate Change newsletter!
Welcome to our July Climate Change Newsletter. We're excited to share all things climate and sustainability going on in July!
This newsletter provides monthly updates on the latest climate events, funding, and other ways you can get involved in tackling climate change in Wandsworth.
Sign up for the next Wandsworth Sustainability Network, Tuesday 9 Sept 2025.
Do let us know if you would like us to share your climate events or news stories in our next newsletter.
Let's work #TogetherOnClimateChange
 Wandsworth Council Clean Air Day
Read about our ambition to become a Carbon Neutral Council by 2030 and make Wandsworth a Net Zero Borough by 2043 in our Wandsworth Environment & Sustainability Strategy and the Wandsworth Climate Change Action Plan 2025, as well as our CDP A rating.
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Sustainable September - Don't miss our 1 July drop-in session
Sustainable September is back for 2025, a month celebrating and championing local sustainability initiatives in Wandsworth.
You can get involved by running an event, attending an event, or simply spreading the word!
We would love for you to run an event or tell us about your existing plans. Register by Friday 15 August to appear on our programme guide and free promotion. Our Climate Action Microgrants will be available with double the funding for Sustainable September Specific events.
Any questions, join our free drop-in events or email the team.
Tuesday 1 July, 11am-1pm - Voluntary Sector Hub, Wandsworth Town Hall, SW18 2PU. Email to register.
Monday 21 July 12-1pm - Online via Teams.
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Climate Action Microgrants
Check our next Climate Action Microgrants deadlines, with double the funding available for Sustainable September specific events.
We will award between £100 and £500 to community groups, schools, individuals or non-profits - for sustainability initiatives.
Next deadlines:
25 July Community Microgrants
24 October School Microgrants
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Wandsworth recognised with top climate action accolade - Wandsworth Borough Council
Climate action leadership at Wandsworth Council has been awarded a top ‘A’ grade – one of just five authorities in London to receive the highest score.
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Nominate a local Environmental hero for a Wandsworth Civic Award
The awards celebrate and recognise Wandsworth residents that go above and beyond to help others and make outstanding contributions to the local community, often without any recognition, including an Environmental Hero award.
Deadline extended to 4 July 2025.
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Could you provide a Cool Space?
The London Borough of Wandsworth is working to ensure that everyone has a Cool Space to cool down and stay safe in hot weather. Cool Spaces are indoor spaces for Londoners to shelter from the sun, cool down, and rest.
Registering as a Cool Space is quick but could have significant benefits for your community. If you need any further support, please email the team.
You can find more information on staying safe in hot weather on our website or from the NHS.
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Clean Air, Strong Starts - free workshops for parents
Are you an expectant parent or have a child under 5 years old living in Wandsworth?
We’re partnering with MP Smarter Travel to run free workshops for Wandsworth parents of under-5s and parents-to-be to raise awareness of the impact of air pollution and climate change on pregnancy and children's health.
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National Lottery Awards - environmental funding opportunity
National Lottery Awards fund community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live.
Funding suitable for voluntary, statutory or community organisations.
£300 to £20,000 for up to two years.
Deadline - 17 December 2025
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 Beatrix Potter School Wandsworth
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Wandsworth resident up for Library of Things member of the month
“I’ve never really done any DIY before but wanted to see if I could put up a set of shelves by myself rather than paying someone to do it for me. Using the Library of Things was such an easy way to try out DIY for the first time and I’m thrilled with my new shelves!” - Wandsworth member
15% off with HELLOWANDSWORTH for new users.
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Donate your unwanted plastic plant pots
Recycle your unwanted plastic plant pots for reuse at Share Garden Centre - a social enterprise run by Share Community, empowering adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.
📍 Visit us: Building 32, Lapidge Drive, SW17 0YF
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Community Bluescapes in Alton
Do you live in Roehampton and want to help monitor local butterfly populations in Richmond Park?
Community BlueScapes will be hosting a Butterfly Count in Richmond Park, joining the nationwide Big Butterfly Count, this August. Free and fun for all ages!
Wednesday 6 August 11am - 12.30pm
Thursday 7 August 11am - 12.30pm
Meeting outside the Arts Hub in Portswood Place, Roehampton
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