Climate

Scaling solar and battery uptake across Greater Manchester

What support exists for community solar power and battery in Greater Manchester? Councils, companies, residents and community groups welcome!

Greater Manchester Combined Authority scores 100% in the 2025 Buildings & Heating section of Climate Emergency UK’s Action Scorecards.

With the latest government changes encouraging and providing funding for the use of solar and battery power, how can communities in Greater Manchester benefit from renewable energy and lower energy bills?

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GM Green and Blue Spaces Action Network September 2026 Event

Have your say, help shape Greater Manchester’s green and blue spaces and champion the importance of nature in cities.

Join Sow the City for an inspiring talk with Jason the Cloud Gardener, sharing insights from his recent fellowship tour exploring greener towns and cities around the world. Discover innovative approaches to urban greening, community involvement and creating healthier, more sustainable places.

Hulme Community Garden Centre, 28 Old Birley Street, Manchester, Hulme M15 5RG
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Utility Aid: Energy Market Update - What Charities and Community Organisations Need to Know

Join Utility Aid for a free Energy Market Update. Get the latest insights, what they mean for charities, and answers to your questions.

Stay informed. Understand the market. Make confident energy decisions.

Energy markets continue to experience volatility, making it increasingly important for charities and community organisations to understand what’s happening — and what it could mean for their organisation.

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National Energy Action: Understanding Fuel Poverty and Health – Impacts on Physical and Mental Health

The physical effects of living in a cold, damp home are well recognised and rightly emphasised, but the mental health impacts of fuel poverty also deserve attention.

This course is designed for frontline staff who support vulnerable or low‑income individuals at risk of living in cold and damp conditions. It explores how fuel poverty can influence both physical and mental health, and how these challenges may affect the way individuals engage with the energy market.

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National Energy Action: Changing Energy Related Behaviour

Changing habits and behaviours can be challenging, yet the small decisions people make every day have a significant effect on their household energy use. To support households effectively, energy advisers need to feel confident in providing practical, behaviour‑focused guidance.

This course explores key theories and insights from the field of decision‑making, with a particular focus on simple, actionable techniques that can help advisers encourage households to act on the energy‑saving advice they receive.

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Every Breath Matters

Are you aged 26 or under?

Join Choked Up for an afternoon exploring clean air, climate justice, and the right for everyone to breathe clean air.

What to expect?
Hear from an inspiring keynote speaker and connect with other young people passionate about creating healthier, fairer communities.

Explore a range of interactive stalls and activities led by youth campaigners from Choked Up and Teach the Future. Find out how to influence local decision-makers, and discover ways to get involved in campaigns for cleaner air.

University of Manchester Students' Union, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR
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Fixer Mixer: Greater Manchester repairers meet-up

Spend an evening with the repair community and share expertise, build relationships and chat about what works and what doesn’t.

Featuring a talk and Q&A from an industry expert.

Whether you're new to repair or an established group, Recycle for Greater Manchester invite you to a community evening celebrating all things repair. A relaxed networking evening where fixers across our city region can meet, chat, learn and support one another.

Friends Meeting House, 6 Mount Street, Manchester, M2 5NS
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