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Groundwork joins 27 charities and mission-led organisations to urge the government to respond to the ongoing gas crisis with measures to create a green, fair and affordable energy future for all.
The ‘Youth in a Changing Climate’ report has examined the perspectives of young people between the ages 16-25 years in the UK on climate change and discusses barriers which prevent young people from taking climate action.
The report argues that the Levelling Up and climate change agendas should be working hand-in-hand with each other. Local areas should be empowered to build economies that are both green and inclusive, according to their distinct needs and opportunities.
Blog by Groundwork's UK Chief Executive, Graham Duxbury
On Friday 1 October 2021 energy prices are set to rise as the energy price cap increases. This change coincides with the end of the furlough scheme and a Universal Credit payment cut of £20 per week which will reduce household incomes for those on the scheme.
Yesterday (27 October 2021) saw the completion of a Green Skills course in Hitchin where a group of unemployed volunteers learnt new practical skills by improving Bancroft and Triangle gardens in Hitchin.
Why should you take up volunteering? Groundwork has several initiatives currently recruiting volunteers. Whether it’s engaging with vulnerable community members or taking care of our wildlife and habitats, there's something for you.
Yesterday (26 October 2021) saw six volunteers complete the Natural Neighbourhoods course in Huntingdon and be awarded their City and Guilds Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture.
The popularity of the Ernest Cook Trust Green Influencers Scheme demonstrates how young people are already trying to make a difference by getting engaged with their environment and improving the communities they live in.
Our response to a new report which draws on Groundwork's evidence on creating high quality, accessible green jobs for all.
Kettering community allotment awarded the prestigious Green Flag award
Daily activities for people of all ages and abilities.
Last month, Harry Grosvenor attended a photography event looking at photography as a method to raise awareness on the local issues young people encounter relating to the climate crisis.
The report argues that the Levelling Up and climate change agendas should be working hand-in-hand with each other. Local areas should be empowered to build economies that are both green and inclusive, according to their distinct needs and opportunities.
