Grassroots Climate Exchange: Universities, Colleges and the Green Transition
- Date: 18 Mar 2011 - 19 Mar 2011
- Location/venue: University of Edinburgh
How can staff and students make the necessary changes to achieve a low carbon world? Inspired by student groups, students' associations, and the growing Transition movement, colleges and universities are leading the way. In March 2011 we will gather in Edinburgh to share practical-action solutions to climate change.
Day 1
- A celebration of environmental practical projects already happening at universities and colleges, including learning from the champions of the Scottish Young Green List, and the incredible success of Transition Edinburgh University.
- What should university and college institutions be doing, including fulfilling the Universities & Colleges Climate Commitment for Scotland (UCCCfS) and Climate Change legislation?
- Universities and colleges in their surrounding communities.
- Introductions to climate change, the Transition Model, and the People & Planet Going Greener campaign.
Day 2
- Creating exciting practical projects on food, waste, energy, travel and consumption.
- Using art, craft, film, and photography to engage and inspire.
- How students and staff can work together to create change.
- How to engage people to rethink their lifestyles.
- How grassroots leadership can drive long-term cultural change.