CLIMATE ACTION RESOURCES
Want to learn more? Here you can find some key resources to learn more about the causes and impacts of the climate crisis and how it affects you, Inverclyde, and Scotland.
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Climate Ready Clyde is a cross-sector initiative funded by various member organisations and the Scottish Government to help the Glasgow City region adapt and prepare for the effects of climate change. They have a Climate Adaptation plan in place and have a variety of projects and news to keep people informed and empowered in the face of climate change.
Net Zero Nation is the Scottish Government’s website dedicated to helping Scotland reduce its emissions to net zero by 2045, five years earlier than the rest of the UK. Their dedicated page for community resources holds a variety of information and advice for those interested in climate action, including energy saving advice, adapting to the effects of climate change, and organising your own climate protection projects.
The Scottish Communities Climate Action Network, or SCCAN, is a volunteer-led network with free membership open to any community group across Scotland that is taking action on the climate crisis and to any organisation that is involved with or supports climate action. They have a variety of resources on their website, including training, funding, advice and support.
Changeworks
Changeworks is a leading organisation dedicated to decarbonising Scotland’s homes and a just transition to net zero. Scotland’s homes make up 13% of the country’s emissions, and they aim to reduce this in line with the government’s targets for net zero. They offer services in energy advice, retrofit management, and decarbonisation solutions, as well as independent consultancy.They work collaboratively with partners, organisations and householders to drive transformation in energy efficiency and to tackle fuel poverty.Adaptation Scotland is a programme that provides advice and support to help organisations, businesses and communities prepare for, and build resilience to the impacts of climate change. They support organisations, businesses and communities to work together and develop tools, resources and projects that can help them adapt.
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The Mary Robinson Foundation is a centre for thought leadership, education and advocacy in the struggle to achieve climate justice and support for the communities most vulnerable to climate change. It is a platform used for solidarity, partnership, and collaboration for anyone who cares about achieving climate justice and solutions to help those most affected by climate impacts.
CEMVO, the Council of Ethnic Minority Voluntary Sector Organisations, has a mission to level the playing field for Scotland’s ethnic minority (EM) voluntary sector and its communities. Underpinned by race equality, they recognise that climate change has a disproportionate effect on EM communities and work to negate that through support, advice, and empowering members of EM communities to make their voices present in the conversation surrounding climate change.
Climate Just is an information tool designed to help with the delivery of equitable responses to climate change at the local level. Its main focus is to assist the development of socially just responses to the impacts of extreme events, such as flooding and heatwaves, as well as supporting wider climate change adaptation. It also includes issues related to fuel poverty and carbon emissions. The website contains a variety of resources, and collates existing information into user-friendly summaries and guidance.
Third Sector Human Rights and Equalities, or THRE, develops free resources, training and networks to support third sector organisations towards taking a Human Rights and Equalities First Approach to their organisation. They have a dedicated climate change page discussing the effects of climate change on marginalised communities and providing support and resources to learn more.
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Inverclyde Council’s dedicated climate change information page, which contains articles, advice and information regarding the council’s plans and policies in relation to climate change, net zero strategy, energy conservation, and climate change adaptation.
Inverclyde Council has completed the first phase of a three-year project to restore almost 800 hectares of peatland at Duchal Moor. The project is one of the largest ever undertaken by a local authority in Scotland, and aimed to reduce the carbon emissions from the previously drained peatland. This link will take you to an article where you can read more about the case study and the benefits the project had for the local area and the environment.
Scottish Government - Climate Change
Similar to Inverclyde Council’s page above, the Scottish Government website has a dedicated page for climate change information, which contains a variety of sections laying out the government’s plans and policies to address climate change, latest climate news, and contact details for the government’s climate division.
Climate Exchange commissions research and analysis to support the Scottish Government as it develops policies to adapt to climate change impacts and to transition to net zero. They have various projects available on their website as well as access to their reports, case studies and other documents.
The Just Transition Commission provides Scotland with independent assessment and advice on how to deliver a fair and just transition to a resilient, low-carbon economy. Its website provides access to key publications, news, case studies and reports.
SEPA, or the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency, ensures that the environment and human health are protected, and to ensure that Scotland’s natural resources and services are used sustainably for continued and maintainable economic growth. Their website provides links to support they have for businesses and communities, regulations and licenses that may be needed, in addition to flooding information.
The Climate Change Committee was established under the Climate Change Act 2008 and advises the UK government as well as devolved governments on reducing emissions and adapting to the impacts of climate change. Their website contains a variety of resources, including progress reports, carbon budgets, supporting research, and individual reports for the devolved countries.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is the United Nations’ body for assessing climate change, created to provide policymakers with regular scientific reports on climate change, its implications and potential future risks. Its website contains details of its methodology, as well as the reports and assessments on climate change that the IPCC provides to lawmakers.
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Rig Arts is a socially-engaged arts charity based in Inverclyde. They aim to bring professional artists and the community together in a meaningful way by offering a dynamic programme of arts, film & music projects, workshops, training experiences, exhibitions, public artworks, community spaces, public events and festivals. They work with artists, community groups, third sector organisations, local authorities, and private business.
Culture for Climate Scotland believes in the essential role of the arts, screen, cultural and creative industries in contributing to the transformational change to a more environmentally sustainable Scotland. They work directly with individuals, organisations and strategic bodies engaged across cultural and sustainability sectors, developing different programmes and artistic practices that address sustainability and climate change.
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Wattwise is a project provided by the Trust, offering advice and advocacy services on all energy-saving matters. The services are run from the Trust’s different locations across Inverclyde as well as a variety of community hubs. Drop-ins are posted weekly on social media if you need advice or guidance on energy-related issues.
Community Energy Scotland provides practical and technical support to community groups for community project development. They work to build understanding and capacity for sustainable, low-carbon solutions. They have a variety of resources available, such as consultancy, access to their members network, and helping link community projects with appropriate funding opportunities.
Home Energy Scotland is a service funded by the Scottish Government to offer free and impartial advice on energy saving. They offer advice and support to help Scotland reduce their energy bills, make homes warmer, and contribute to a greener future. They have various services on offer, including funding to help pay energy bills, advice on installing renewable technologies, and improving your home’s energy efficiency.
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The Inverclyde Community Development Trust has been helping the community for over 30 years by providing work, training, services and opportunities. Hosting a variety of community projects, such as: a befriending project to connect isolated and vulnerable community members; a zero-waste food pantry; and ICAN itself; the Trust exists to empower the community and improve lives and wellbeing.
The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a national membership organisation for the voluntary sector. They aim to be a voice for the voluntary sector, providing support, information, funding advice, events and training.
A free online search engine provided by SCVO, designed to help you find the right funding for your charity, community group or social enterprise.
Circular Communities Scotland supports a network of charities and social enterprises that supports Scotland’s circular economy, encouraging people to keep products in high value economic use for as long as possible, reusing, repairing, and recycling when they cannot be used anymore. They have several resources and projects to get involved with, such as a share and repair network and a reuse consortium.
Zero Waste Scotland is the country’s circular economy public body. They work with the government, businesses and communities to rewire the economy from the current linear model to one where we make the most of every material. They offer support and funding as well as a variety of resources on their website.