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Welcome to the September edition of the CN28 newsletter! Read on for the latest updates, highlights and opportunities for to get involved in climate action in Nottingham City 💚
In this edition:
- Nottingham is awarded over £18m for warmer council homes 🏠
- Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Climate Network's New Website💻
- Get involved with Second Hand September 👚
- Upcoming events in Nottingham🌞
If there's anything you would like to hear about in future newsletters, get in touch.
 Nottingham City Council has announced that it has been awarded £18.202 million of government funding to deliver warmer, more energy-efficient homes, reduce carbon emissions and fuel bills, tackle fuel poverty, and support green jobs🔧
The funding, allocated by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero under the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) Wave 3 scheme, covers the period to the end of March 2028 and is part of a consortium bid of £151 million awarded to the Midlands Net Zero Hub (MNZH).
The Wave 3 funding will drive retrofit measures to improve building fabric, decarbonise heating systems and see more renewable energy installed in almost 2,500 council homes across the city.
Councillor Jay Hayes, Executive Member for Housing and Planning, said, “This funding improves the quality of council housing in the city and reduces energy bills for our tenants.
“All of this directly supports our Council Plan and Nottingham’s ambition to become carbon neutral city.”
For more information see My Nottingham News. 🏘️
 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Climate Network's new website is designed for people who are passionate about tackling climate change and protecting our planet. It highlights the incredible work already happening in our local communities – showcasing projects that flourish, expand, and inspire others to take action 🌍
It’s an initiative of the Local Authorities Energy Partnership (LAEP), a collaboration of councils across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham, and Nottinghamshire and in partnership with energy charities, Nottingham Energy Partnership (NEP) and Marches Energy Agency (MEA).
Using the new website individuals and groups can promote local events, projects, share initiatives, and find new ways to make a difference together. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas, practical solutions, or opportunities to get involved, there is something for you on this website 🌞
Check out the new website here.
 Oxfam's Second Hand September, where people challenge themselves to only shop second hand for 30 days to help people and planet is back for 2025 👗
The fashion industry and our relationship with clothing is a major contributor to the climate crisis. Some key facts:
👕Each year, up to 40% of all clothing manufactured globally is never sold.
🥻By 2050, the amount of unworn clothes globally could almost stretch from Earth to Mars and back.
👖1.6 billion unused items of clothes are currently owned by the UK population.
👟99% of a UK clothing item's life is spent in the closet, only being worn for less than 5 days on average.
This mass production of clothing uses a significant amount of the planet's clean water to produce, whilst also creating mass pollution from the production and transportation of clothing around the planet. The current throwaway culture then leads to mountains of clothing ending up in landfill each year 🏔️
Although we're nearing the end of September, you can still challenge yourself to shop second hand and consume clothing more sustainably. Below are some ideas for ways you can challenge yourself:
🎃 Going to a Halloween party this year? Why not challenge yourself to make your own costume from things you already own or shop second hand for your outfit.
📦Have unused items in your wardrobe? Why not sell them online or donate them to a local charity shop to keep clothing in circulation.
❄️As the weather gets colder, why not challenge yourself to buy your winter staples from a local charity shop instead of purchasing them new.
🧵Got an item in need of fixing? Why not challenge yourself to learn how to do simple fixes such as sewing a button on or fixing a small hole. There are lots of resources available for free online.
👯Be an outfit repeater! If you find yourself needing a new outfit for every occasion, challenge yourself to break this habit and wear the outfit twice. Additionally, you could challenge yourself to style a single item of clothing in multiple ways for multiple occasions. Get creative!
Find out more about Second Hand September on the Oxfam website here.
👟 Robin Hood half & mini marathon - 28th September, Nottingham City Centre
The Robin Hood half & mini marathon is back this weekend. Head into the city centre and cheer on the residents who've taken on the challenge. Good luck to everyone taking part!
🌳 Walk with an expert: Beeston trees 2 - 12th October, 2-4pm at Broadgate Park and Green Space, Beeston (Broxtowe Borough Council)
Treeloving historical and cultural geographer, Dr Jo Norcup will lead a revised route taking an autumnal look at some of the feature trees in Beeston town centre.
Start at Broadgate Park (North entrance on High Road) and finish TBD somewhere for refreshments. No need to book, tickets are free for members otherwise a donation is requested.
Find more information on the Beeston and District Civic Society website.
💻Solar Panels Explained Webinar - 23rd October, Online
Ran by Nottingham Energy Partnership, join the HEAT Hub’s free Solar Panels Explained Webinar to get expert advice on solar panels and battery systems. Led by industry experts, this session covers how solar panels work, the role of battery systems, installation processes, costs, and potential savings. You'll also find out how to determine if solar panels are compatible with your property and receive tailored advice to fit your specific needs.
Find out more and sign up on Eventbrite.
🎥 Catch a film at Mammoth - A Climate Action Cinema, Broad Street Nottingham
Upcoming shows include:
🌍The Here Now Project - 27th September, 7pm
2021 was the year climate change came home. Built out of thousands of hours of in-the-moment footage—no narration, no talking heads—The Here Now Project transforms the ordinary act of shooting a cell phone video into the radical act of bearing witness, capturing both the simultaneous, global nature of climate change itself and the deeply human resilience, resourcefulness, and courage needed to confront it.
🌍Critters - 6th November, 7pm
Meet the critters who fill our world and the humans working tirelessly to protect them, from the wisdom of First Nations firefighters half the world away to the beekeepers right here in Nottingham.
🌍Green - 7th November, 7pm
This selection of films about the climate crisis shows both the devastation being dealt to the natural world and the hope for change happening right on our doorstep.
For more information see the Mammoth Website.
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Got a local climate action story or opportunity you'd like to share? Get in touch with us at climatechange@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
See you next month!
The Carbon Neutral Policy Team
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