At the heart of Robert Macfarlane’s perspective-shifting new book is a single idea: that rivers are not mere matter for human use but living beings who should be recognised as such in both imagination and law. Is a River Alive? takes the reader on an exhilarating exploration of the past, present and futures of this urgent […]
As the climate emergency accelerates, the need for higher standards of honesty in our politics, media and business is critical, argues climate and sustainability expert Mike Berners-Lee (A Climate of Truth: Why We Need It and How to Get It). By turning our attention to the principle of truth, we can all have far more […]
You’ve probably heard the fable about the blind men and the elephant – each one touches a different part and ends up with a completely different idea of what it is. That story inspired the name of The Elephant Team, a group of specialists at the University of Bath, combining their skills to tackle a […]
The webinar aims to cover a broad range of topics you should be aware of before purchasing a heat pump. How do heat pumps work? Which homes are most suitable (including cylinders, outside space)? Thermal insulation improvements Historic homes Temperature versus efficiency/cost/CO2 and weather compensation Reducing flow temperatures and upsizing radiators Locating a heat pump, […]
BRLSI is currently running a series of one-day events on sustainability policy. These are focused on ‘Fault Lines’ between alternative approaches to net zero where it isn’t yet entirely clear what will be the best thing to do. Each meeting considers just one of these Fault Lines and brings a panel of experts to discuss […]
According to the UN Environment Programme, the fashion industry is the world’s second-biggest consumer of water and is responsible for about 10% of global carbon emissions – more than all international flights and maritime shipping combined. Yet fashion and clothing are also key statements of individuality and mediators of human understanding, connection, and distinction. Is […]
The pandemic, climate change, rising populism, geopolitical unrest – just a few of the issues causing turbulence in today’s world. We are living and working in times that are complex and fast changing. Jean Boulton, building on her new book, The Dao of Complexity (2024: De Gruyter), will explore the remarkable resonance between the science […]
Mya-Rose Craig, also known as ‘Birdgirl’, is a multi-award-winning young naturalist, author, and founded UK charity Black2Nature when she was 12 years old. She has shared a stage with Emma Watson and Greta Thunberg and did the most northerly climate strike with Greenpeace. Join us for a talk and Q&A session covering her books, experiences and Black2Nature's […]
This hands-on workshop is for beginners and those who haven’t used their sewing machine in a while. It will guide you through setting up and help show you how to get the most from your sewing machine. It will include: Learning to wind the bobbin and thread your machine Understanding the various functions and stitches […]
Green Screen is proud to present two screenings of THE LINE WE CROSSED with live panels featuring director Liz Smith and participants from the film as well as other special guests TBA. Bath – Wednesday 9th July, 6pm hosted by Transition Bath As we fail to address the climate crisis, activists cross the line into […]
A guided walk around Swindon Lagoons, formerly the sewage works. Now a, restricted, managed habitat supporting a variety of wildlife. No dogs permitted. Adults: £5 Children: under 16s are freeBook tickets
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 […]