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Volunteers needed for Lewes Library of Things
Volunteers needed for Lewes Library of Things Lewes Library of Things is looking for Librarians to be on its rota to book in and out Things that its members have reserved or are returning. Can you help? Lewes Library of Things is a FREE lending service of...
The Climate Clock: How much time do we have left?
The Climate Clock: How much time do we have left? The science is clear: we are in a climate emergency. Decades of increasing carbon emissions are harming the natural and societal systems upon which humanity depends, threatening untold ecological and human...
Conflict, climate crisis, and energy supply
Conflict, climate crisis, and energy supply The invasion of Ukraine demonstrates that relying on fossil fuels has terrible humanitarian consequences. The future well-being of humanity depends on a rapid, durable and just transition to zero carbon, says former...
What the new ‘BUS’ grant means for heat pumps
What the new ‘BUS’ grant means for heat pumps Neil Williams takes a look at the new Boiler Upgrade Scheme and how it will provide financial assistance for householders looking to install a heat pump As at the end of March 2022, the domestic Renewable Heat...
So what did the latest IPCC report say?
So what did the latest IPCC report say? It’s got buried in the news by the invasion of Ukraine, but the latest assessment report by the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change gives the starkest warning yet about the climate crisis. TTL’s Ann Link highlights...
Round-up of household energy support
Round-up of household energy support With energy prices rising drastically, here’s our monthly reminder of sources of local support to improve home draughtproofing and energy efficiency or get help with energy bills. Warm Home Check Service This free service, run by...
Electric cargo bikes go live in Lewes
Electric cargo bikes go live in Lewes Get Bikery is an electric cargo bike venture for Lewes, aiming to help cut congestion and pollution in our town and nearby areas by providing a greener, cleaner and quieter way to transport loads in and around town. District...
Time to give SUVs the boot?
Time to give SUVs the boot? They’re responsible for pollution, congestion and are a massive contributor to climate change. So how can you persuade friends or family to give up their SUV for something more planet-friendly? TTL has created a leaflet with some facts to...
What would help you get on your bike?
What would help you get on your bike? Want to use a bike more in Lewes but don’t feel safe or confident to do so? Cycle Lewes wants the thoughts of current and wannabe cyclists on what needs to happen to make Lewes a less car-centric and more cycle-friendly town, as...
The Phoenix Project – building a five-minute neighbourhood for Lewes
The Phoenix Project – building a five-minute neighbourhood for Lewes To redevelop Lewes’ Phoenix Industrial Estate area, sustainable developers Human Nature are drawing on urban-planning principles being used in Paris, Barcelona and Berlin to create a neighbourhood...
Round-up of household energy support
Round-up of household energy support With energy prices rising, here’s a reminder of sources of local support to improve home draughtproofing and energy efficiency or get help with energy bills. Warm Home Check service This service, run by Citizens’ Advice and...
Virtual initiative supports independent shops across Lewes District
Virtual initiative supports independent shops across Lewes District Click It Local lets independent retailers in Seaford, Lewes, Newhaven, Peacehaven and surrounding areas sell products online and have them delivered locally the same or next day. Click It Local is...
