SCDC Climate and Environment Fortnight of Events 21st February to 7th March 2022

South Cambs District Council are delighted to announce the launch of their annual online Climate and Environment Fortnight of Events, taking place between the 21st February and the 7th March! They are excited to bring you a host of insightful and engaging events, held to celebrate climate action taking place in the district, as well as looking at some of the things that the Council is doing to mitigate and adapt to climate change in the future.

Please see the details of the sessions below, including information on how to sign up. Alternatively, visit their website at:

21 February: 7pm to 8pm: Community Action in Response to the Climate Emergency

What next after you’ve declared a Climate Emergency? A session with Cambridge Carbon Footprint for Parish Councils and community organisations on how to get community action going in your area. Tickets are free and available here.

23 February: 7pm to 8pm: Cycling for Sustainability

Led by local campaign group Camcycle, this session will explore action taking place on cycling in the district, including campaigns such as School Streets. Come along to this online event for ideas, inspiration, and information. Tickets are free and available here.

24 February: 1pm to 2pm: Making your business greener

This case study-based webinar hosted by our Business Support Team will feature a panel of speakers demonstrating ways businesses can operate more sustainably, reducing not only their carbon and waste but also being more efficient and saving money by embracing renewable energy. Tickets are free and available here.

1 March: 1pm to 2pm: Planning for the Climate Emergency

Want to know more about how the Council is planning for climate change? This session will include information on how the Council is shaping planning policy to help cut carbon emissions and adapt to a changing climate. Tickets are free and available here.

3 March: 1pm to 2pm: Installing Electric Vehicle Charge Points for workplaces and public use

Want to know more about installing Electric Vehicle Charging points? Find out more through our session for Parish Councils, local businesses and residents, including information on funding options. Tickets are free and available here.

7 March: 6pm to 7pm: Post Covid Community Support Workshop

This session will be held by our Sustainable Communities Team and explore sustainability in the widest sense of the word, exploring community led planning and featuring a talk from HIHUB, Histon and Impington’s Community website and communication hub. Tickets are free and available here.