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Was print format from 2012 to 13. Now web only. All things climate and resilience in (Greater) Manchester.

Environment Agency issues permit for controversial #Trafford incinerator

The Environment Agency has given the all-clear to a controversial energy-plant in Trafford. The incinerator, which would be built in Davyhulme, is opposed by the local council, and will be the subject of a public enquiry starting in November. (See … Continue reading

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Upcoming event: “We need to talk about growth”, #Manchester, Thurs 1st November, hosted by #Tyndall Centre

Growth of the economy is generally taken to be an unqualified measure of success, but scientists from a range of disciplines are asking whether we might already have had too much of a good thing. Meanwhile, political economists are returning … Continue reading

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Youtube: “Inequality, justice and climate change” Kate Pickett in #Manchester for Holyoake lecture of British Humanist Association

A short film about Professor Kate Pickett’s Holyoake Lecture at the Manchester Friends Meeting House on October 16th. Dodgy stand-up intro, precipitous drop in sound volume on the voiceover, wonky shots of the lecture, good vox pops and a minute … Continue reading

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Youtube: The “Tax Justice” bus comes to #Manchester, October 15th 2012

Many thanks to Liam and Alasdair for being willing guinea-pigs. Long list of things that we need to better; don’t speed up film when there’s footage of people walking! get a mike for sound quality improvements get a tripod get … Continue reading

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#Manchester #climate nuggets October 15 2012

Hi all, a date for your diaries: the evening of Tuesday 20th November sees the launch of the “Beyond Growth” report, looking at how Manchester can move towards a steady state economy. It’s at the Mechanics Institute on Princess St. … Continue reading

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“Crowdfunding” bid for Solar Panels on South #Manchester school

A school in South Manchester is hoping to “crowdfund” £10,000 to install solar panels on its roof, as part of a new national scheme called “Solar Schools.” Mr Andrew Shakos the head teacher at Parrs Wood High School has written … Continue reading

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New funding opportunity for communities, campaigners and activists…

Please pass this on to people who don’t have much/any web access!! The first round is for UK-based groups only.

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Book Review: “The Cooperative Revolution”, (from #Manchester Climate Monthly issue 10)

The Cooperative Revolution: A Graphic Novel £5.99 or free to read online http://www.co-operative.coop/graphic-novel/play/ “Worthy” publications make me nervous. There are questions to ask; Does it tell you things you didn’t know? Does it genuinely inspire? Does it admit to complexity … Continue reading

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The Energy Academy – what is it, how to get involved…

Simon Robinson of Action for Sustainable Living answers MCFly’s questions about the “Energy Academy” What is the Energy Academy? The aim of the Energy Academy programme is train, enthuse and support housing staff and tenants in domestic energy behavioural change, … Continue reading

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Steady State #Manchester report to be launched Tuesday 20th November @ the Mechanics Institute

A report by the steadystatemanchester  group, entitled “Beyond Growth”  will be launched on the evening of Tuesday 20th November at the Mechanics Institute (103 Princess Rd).  Portions of the report, which looks at the steps Manchester needs to take in … Continue reading

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