From 25-29 October 2021, Better Bankside has organised an exhibition to showcase surrounding their plans to lower carbon emissions by 2025, with their aim to become Carbon Net Zero by 2030. Yet there is still debate regarding the global effectiveness of such climate action procedures on the local scale.
Events held are highlighting important environmental conversations through creative workshops, a Thames foreshore clean-up, a silent disco litter pick and Climate politics talks.
Powered by the locals of Bankside, Better Bankside is pushing for positive change in one of the world’s largest neighbourhoods through innovative economic, environmental, and social action programmes.
The event was littered with “What if?” posters, detailing measures that could decrease carbon emissions to Net Zero.The sheer volume of cardboard signs indicated a high level of community engagement.
Bankside 2025 Events week
The “Think Global, Act Local” meeting commenced yesterday with a cross-party collection of local councillors discussing policy ideas focused on the local greener possibilities.
The event was littered with “What if?” posters, detailing measures that could decrease carbon emissions to Net Zero. But the irony of the question led to the greater inquisition of; is this a project that can be pushed to completion or only merely pioneered as a starting point?
Counsellor Helen Dennis, a member of the Labour Party and Southwark Council Cabinet Member, held in balance the difficult changes in lifestyle coupled with a positive attitude. Her stance pushed for the younger generations taking action, encouraging that they are at the forefront of Bankside’s climate agenda.
Catherine Dawkins, a Southwark Green Party member, further advocated for removing the individualistic approach to tackle climate change and face the global issues as a local community.
Better Bankside are already taking steps toward a community led approach through their “Business Climate Challenge”, where 19 businesses have pledged to reduce their CO2 emissions by 10% in 12 months. The mobilisation of active participation from businesses and individuals across Bankside are a positive force for instigating a change in the area.
But will this push be enough to contribute to reducing carbon emissions on the global scale by 2030? Or will these small changes only begin the pioneering journey toward a carbon net zero neighbourhood by 2030?
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StandfirstBetter Bankside is working towards becoming Carbon Net Zero but the global effectiveness of climate procedures on the local scale is unclear.
From 25-29 October 2021, Better Bankside has organised an exhibition to showcase surrounding their plans to lower carbon emissions by 2025, with their aim to become Carbon Net Zero by 2030. Yet there is still debate regarding the global effectiveness of such climate action procedures on the local scale.
Events held are highlighting important environmental conversations through creative workshops, a Thames foreshore clean-up, a silent disco litter pick and Climate politics talks.
Powered by the locals of Bankside, Better Bankside is pushing for positive change in one of the world’s largest neighbourhoods through innovative economic, environmental, and social action programmes.
The event was littered with “What if?” posters, detailing measures that could decrease carbon emissions to Net Zero.The sheer volume of cardboard signs indicated a high level of community engagement.
Bankside 2025 Events week
The “Think Global, Act Local” meeting commenced yesterday with a cross-party collection of local councillors discussing policy ideas focused on the local greener possibilities.
The event was littered with “What if?” posters, detailing measures that could decrease carbon emissions to Net Zero. But the irony of the question led to the greater inquisition of; is this a project that can be pushed to completion or only merely pioneered as a starting point?
Counsellor Helen Dennis, a member of the Labour Party and Southwark Council Cabinet Member, held in balance the difficult changes in lifestyle coupled with a positive attitude. Her stance pushed for the younger generations taking action, encouraging that they are at the forefront of Bankside’s climate agenda.
Catherine Dawkins, a Southwark Green Party member, further advocated for removing the individualistic approach to tackle climate change and face the global issues as a local community.
Better Bankside are already taking steps toward a community led approach through their “Business Climate Challenge”, where 19 businesses have pledged to reduce their CO2 emissions by 10% in 12 months. The mobilisation of active participation from businesses and individuals across Bankside are a positive force for instigating a change in the area.
But will this push be enough to contribute to reducing carbon emissions on the global scale by 2030? Or will these small changes only begin the pioneering journey toward a carbon net zero neighbourhood by 2030?
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