Bob Allies was appointed as Bath’s first Architect in Residence in October 2024. In this talk, Bob will explain the nature of, and precedents for, this new role, and give an initial account of his experience and progress to date. Drawing on the work of his own practice, in projects carried out both in the […]
Helen Senior and Peter David lead a walk around Barbury Castle for late summer butterflies, especially the Blues. Adults: £5 Children: free under 16 yrs Book a place.
Hosted by Transition Bath, the Green Screen of 'Woman Grows Jeans' + live panel (guests TBC) with director Justine Aldersey-Williams. The film is the story of a garment that made British fashion history. When an ambitious experiment between a textile activist and a celebrity clothier meets inevitable challenges, one woman is propelled into an initiation […]
Join the Alice Park team for a hands-on workshop on how to maximize your food production using polycultures and intercropping. Learn how to plant a variety of crops together to increase yields, reduce pests, and improve soil health. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned gardener, this event will provide you with practical tips and techniques […]
Renowned adventurer and conservationist Sacha Dench – known worldwide as “The Human Swan” – is coming to the Merlin Theatre, Frome on 2 October for an evening of film, stories and inspiration. The event features a screening of Flight of the Swans, her award-winning documentary following a 7,000km paramotor journey from Arctic Russia to the UK, […]
Speaker: Joe Hampton, Honeygar Wilding Officer, Somerset Wildlife Trust Description: Joe will talk about the long-term “wilding” project to create a more connected landscape for wildlife to help improve habitats the Trust has on its existing reserves. We will learn about the Trust’s aim for the buildings on site to become an internationally recognised hub […]
Looking for fresh perspectives and practical inspiration on environmental issues? Join us for our seventh Sustainability Shorts – an evening of sustainable ideas – on Wednesday 15th October at Percy Community Centre. The evening will feature six speakers, each delivering a 10-minute talk, followed by a short Q&A, on their chosen sustainability topic. Expect a […]
In April 2025, the Tony Blair Institute published a critique of current net zero plans to avoid damaging climate change entitled “The Climate Paradox: Why We Need to Reset Action on Climate Change”, asserting that “present policy solutions are inadequate … unrealistic and therefore unworkable”. The Blair document specifically recommends increased efforts to trap carbon […]
Hosted by 3SG, the Volunteer Fair is a chance for local organisations to connect with residents, students, and businesses who are interested in volunteering. With 40+ stalls, workshops, and networking, it’s a day to celebrate and strengthen local community action. Come and visit our Transition Bath stall! Discover local volunteering opportunities, and meet local charities […]
Oliver Cronk explores the profound and often overlooked geographical and environmental implications of our expanding digital world. Oliver discusses both the environmental costs of our digital infrastructure and technology’s powerful potential as a tool for environmental protection. Reveals the hidden connections between our virtual activities and their very real physical consequences across the planet. Oliver Cronkleads […]
Green Screen is proud to present the film Power Station, followed by a live panel discussion (speakers to be confirmed). Two artists in Walthamstow set out to take their street off the grid, kickstarting a solar-powered energy revolution… Inspired by lockdown mutual aid initiatives, artist-activists Hilary Powell and Dan Edelstyn decided to turn their street […]
Lifestyle change has been a cornerstone of green thinking since the 1970s. We have had critiques of consumerism, ‘voluntary simplicity’, steady-state economics, and many claims that a simpler life is preferable. The key aim is to ‘do one’s bit’ to avoid a future in which damaging climate change will adversely affect everyone. Many people already […]
A free evening of short, practical talks and discussion for those interested in going all electric and getting off fossil fuels. Electric heating / Solar energy / EV's / Battery storage 100% electric and no Heat Pump? Are you mad? - John Rich, householder Electrifying Everything - one year on. - Adrian McDonald, householder The […]
Join Bath & West Community Energy (BWCE) for an evening of practical insights into what it's really like to live with a heat pump. Local homeowners will share their experiences and BWCE's Heat Pump Support Project Manager James Gallie - a local architect - will chair the discussion and answer your questions. Find out how […]
When does practice become protest? Or protest, poetry? An intimate portrait of internationally acclaimed artists, Heather Ackroyd & Dan Harvey, who work at the intersection of art, activism, biology and ecology, and their quest to shake humanity into action on climate catastrophe – whatever the personal cost. This screening is hosted in partnership with Transition […]