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SUMMARY:Climate Change\, Extreme Heat\, and Public Health
DESCRIPTION:York Climate Commission’s Health working group are hosting this session to help those working with at-risk groups or vulnerable communities to explore climate risk and adaptation planning for extreme heat. \nAttendees will hear expert advice on how to plan for extreme heat and have the chance to be involved in an interactive workshop. Groups who might find this session helpful include (but are not limited to): the third sector\, charities\, private businesses\, public health organisations. \nNo minimum age restriction. \nBooking Required. To book email carbon.reduction@york.gov.uk
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/extreme-heat-and-public-health/
LOCATION:Priory Street Community Centre\, 15 Priory Street\, York\, YO1 6ET
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
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SUMMARY:Convening the convenors: connecting climate & green networks across York
DESCRIPTION:Do you work on a project that connects groups doing climate & environment work in York? You might be sharing resources\, fostering collaboration or convening networks. \n\nThree networks – York Climate Commission\, York Environment Forum & York CliConnect – invite the organisers\, business owners & initiatives that bring people together on climate & environment. \n\nThere is great stuff going on; some overlap\, plenty we could cross-pollinate\, some duplication we could avoid & maybe some gaps we could address. \nNo minimum age restriction. Booking is required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1559464854359?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/convening-the-convenors/
LOCATION:Patch York\, Terry Avenue\, The Bonding Warehouse\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO16FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning,Socials
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T180000
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SUMMARY:Nature in the City - Games to Grow Greener and Wilder Urban Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Discover two innovative board games exploring nature’s place in urban life. Come experiment\, discuss\, and reflect on how small choices shape our shared environments: \nSet in the city of Bangalore\, India\, Birds in the City helps you connect with nature and understand the links between urbanisation and bird diversity. \nSet in the city of York\, UK\, Urban Labor-a-tree challenges you to grow thriving treescapes that meet diverse community needs. \nCan your team design the greenest\, wildest neighbourhood? Outplan the rest and reshape your city together. \nSuitable for anyone aged 14 years+. \nBooking is required for this event and can be done here. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/nature-in-the-city-games/
LOCATION:Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, York\, YO105DD
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Getting Creative,Socials
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251020T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251020T194500
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SUMMARY:Axe Drax: Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join Axe Drax for a screening of documentary on York’s local big polluter: Drax Power Station. Learn about the resistance and join the fight! \nSuitable for ages 10+ \nDonations are welcome and will be put towards the ongoing efforts of the Axe Drax organisation. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/axe-drax-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:Spark York\, 17-21 Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9PB
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T032958
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SUMMARY:Game night 2: Design Your York - Planning with Urban Labor-a-tree
DESCRIPTION:In this fast-paced\, interactive game night\, you’ll compete to build the ultimate green city using Urban Labor-a-tree\, a strategy board game inspired by real community voices. Choose where to plant\, who to help\, and how to balance climate\, nature\, and people. No planning skills needed. \nGet ready to put your game on and harness the power of creativity\, teamwork\, and a bit of strategy. Ideal for gamers\, changemakers\, and anyone who loves a good challenge. \nSuitable for ages 16+. \nBooking is required and can be done here.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/game-night-design-your-york/
LOCATION:Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, York\, YO105DD
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Getting Creative
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251013T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251013T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T032958
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SUMMARY:Welfare Not Warfare for Climate Justice and Palestine
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the York Environmental Festival for Welfare Not Warfare for Climate Justice and Palestine. War and militarism drive climate breakdown—destroying ecosystems\, polluting air and water\, and diverting resources from a just green transition. Militaries are among the world’s biggest polluters\, yet governments expand defence spending while cutting climate action. True environmentalism means resisting militarism and uniting for peace\, justice\, and a sustainable future. \nThis event is for ages 12+. \nBooking required and can be done here.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/welfare-not-warfare-for-climate-justice-and-palestine/
LOCATION:The Crescent\, The Crescent\, York\, YO24 1AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251013T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251013T143000
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SUMMARY:Getting your eco campaign in the news
DESCRIPTION:Tips and tricks from a multi award winning environmental journalist to help you get the attention your cause deserves. This workshop is for organisers of eco groups looking for publicity and will cover how to approach the media to get your message out. \nBooking is required and can be done here. \nNo minimum age restriction.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/getting-your-eco-campaign-in-the-news/
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T190000
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SUMMARY:No Jobs On a Dead Planet - Organising For A Just Transition in Workplaces
DESCRIPTION:A panel style meeting with speakers and time for questions/discussion. There will be action points for people to take away so that they can organise around climate in their workplace even if they have never done this before. \n2026 is designated as a year of climate activity across the trade union movement\, with the aim to come up with concrete action to tackle the climate emergency – both in the here and now\, and as part of the just transition to the green jobs needed for a sustainable future. \nSuitable for ages 12+. \nBooking is required for this event\, and can be done here. This is a hybrid event.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/no-jobs-on-a-dead-planet/
LOCATION:Priory Street Community Centre\, 15 Priory Street\, York\, YO1 6ET
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning,Sustainable Business,York Opens Green Spaces
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T203000
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SUMMARY:What’s a Sustainable Economy look like for York?
DESCRIPTION:York needs both a thriving\, job-rich economy and considerably lower carbon emissions\, but how do we do this? What are the best models to adopt\, where can we learn lessons\, and are we headed in the right direction? Join us for a lively and interactive panel discussion to hear from businesses\, change-makers\, government\, and academics on their versions of a sustainable future in our city. \nBooking is required and can be done so here. \nNo minimum age restriction. \nVenue accessibility information can be found here.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/whats-a-sustainable-economy-look-like-for-york/
LOCATION:De Grey Court Lecture Theatre\, De Grey Court building\, York St John University\, Lord Mayor’s Walk\, York\, YO31 7EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Climate Justice,Learning,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Living
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SUMMARY:Game night 1: Daybreak - Can you Save the Planet?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a collaborative board game where the stakes couldn’t be higher – our planet’s future. \nIn Daybreak (https://www.daybreakgame.org/how-to-play)\, you’ll team up to tackle the global challenge of climate change by building resilient societies and introducing green technology across sectors and regions. Can your strategies avert crises and lead us toward a sustainable future? A fun\, challenging\, and timely experience. \nThis activity is suitable for anyone aged 16 years+. \nBooking is required and can be done here.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/game-night-daybreak-save-the-planet/
LOCATION:Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, Sustainability Clinic\, Market Square\, University of York\, York\, YO105DD
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Getting Creative,Socials
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T210000
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Earth present an Audience with our Representatives - Local\, Regional and National
DESCRIPTION:An invitation to meet York politicians and debate the city’s place in the local\, regional and national environment. \nRachael Maskell: MP York Central\nCllr. Kilbane: York & North Yorks. Deputy Mayor\, Combined Authority Member\nCllr. Douglas: Leader of City Council\, Combined Authority member\, Vice Chair of Yorks. & Humber Climate Commission\nCllr. Kent: City Council Exec. for Environment \nQuestions can be submitted in advance but contributions will also be taken from the floor on the night. \nIf you are planning to attend\, you should register here. \nThis form will also give you the opportunity to submit a question for the panel. \nPlease note the venue is fully accessible. Those under 16 should be accompanied by a responsible adult. \nDonations towards Friends of the Earth accepted.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/friends-of-the-earth-present-an-audience-with-our-representatives-local-regional-and-national/
LOCATION:Central Methodist Church\, Central Methodist Church St. Saviourgate\, York\, YO1 8NQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Climate Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250928T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250928T130000
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SUMMARY:A workshop to explore the environmental impacts of war
DESCRIPTION:This workshop opens up a chance to explore and learn about the many environmental impacts of warfare and preparation for war. There will be a short presentation as well as practical activities and an opportunity for small group discussion. \nWe will face some challenging themes but in a supportive way which will be accessible to people of all ages. \nThrough a lens of “climate justice” we will look at how seemingly different problems AND the solutions are actually connected. \nNo minimum age restriction.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/environmental-impacts-of-war-workshop/
LOCATION:Friargate Quaker Meeting House\, Friargate Quaker Meeting House\, Friargate\, York\, YO1 9RL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Justice,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230930T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230930T173000
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SUMMARY:The People's Assembly
DESCRIPTION:In 2019\, Extinction Rebellion York hosted a People’s Assembly that led to the declaration of a climate emergency in York. Together\, hundreds of York’s citizens voted for mandates that we presented to the council to influence local environmental policy. \n\n\n\nAfter years of uncertainty and inaction\, we’re reviving our People’s Assembly to give the citizens of York a voice on local climate issues and policy. \n\n\n\nWe’ll hear from national and local environmental leaders\, get to the heart of climate issues\, and engage in true participatory democracy around three key themes: end fossil fuels\, involve people\, and protect what’s threatened. \n\n\n\nBased on our discussions\, we’ll take recommendations to the council\, local businesses\, and groups – all aimed at building a movement for change. \n\n\n\nThe People’s Assembly will be hosted at Central Methodist Church\, an accessible venue with refreshments and facilities. \n\n\n\nPlease also join us to decompress and relax after the event. \n\n\n\n\n\nBooking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-peoples-assembly-tickets-698862876677 or by phone: 07891 015955
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/peoples-assembly/
LOCATION:Central Methodist Church\, Central Methodist Church St. Saviourgate\, York\, YO1 8NQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Climate Justice,Socials
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