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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Lowfield Green Housing Cooperative | Open Day
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE – THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED \nUnfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances\, the green housing open day scheduled for November 1st has been cancelled. Watch this space for updates\, as the organiser hopes to reorganise in the new year. \nThe first 14 households have just moved in! \nAs part of York Environment Festival we invite you to our very first open house. \nCome and visit York’s first co-housing project\, 10+ years in the making. Whether you’ve been following the long journey so far or have just heard about us\, come along. \nGet a tour of the site\, including our communal outdoor area as well as a tour in one of the homes built to a really high Passivhaus standard. Hear from residents about the early days of living together. \nBooking required. Please book here. \nChildren must be accompanied by adults. \nMeet on the green. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/lowfield-green-housing-cooperative-open-day/
LOCATION:Lowfield Green\, Restharrow Road\, York\, YO24 3FT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251028T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
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SUMMARY:'How We Made It Through'
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of our community thrutopia creative writing project. ‘How We Made It Through’ invited people to create stories from the future where we’ve made it through – hence ‘thrutopia’. Over thirty individual entries were received\, in media ranging from prose to poetry\, & from collage to needle felting.  \nLearn about the project design and how it can be easily replicated; listen to readings from the anthology; an option to buy your own copy; & reflect on what thrutopia can look like in your own locality. \nNo minimum age requirement. \nCopies of the book will be available for a donation.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/how-we-made-it-through/
LOCATION:Friargate Quaker Meeting House\, Friargate Quaker Meeting House\, Friargate\, York\, YO1 9RL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Getting Creative,Learning,Sustainable Living
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T231354Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Skylines: Building a greener energy future for York
DESCRIPTION:Join YCE to design York’s energy future – one building at a time! \nCome along to talk about the different ways we can make York’s energy system cleaner and greener\, and design your own part of a sustainable future for our city. In this interactive session\, we’ll be creating a vision of York’s energy skyline together – building a collage of what the future could look like\, and talking about how we can make that vision a reality\, from individual energy saving to the community energy transition. \nNo minimum age requirement. Booking is recommended. Reserve your tickets: https://buytickets.at/yce/1787526
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/solar-skylines/
LOCATION:Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Marriott Room\, York Explore Library\, Library Square\, Museum Street\, York\, YO1 7DS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251025T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T212204Z
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SUMMARY:The Groves Repair Café
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to get your broken household items fixed for free – from toasters to teapots\, electronics to egg-timers – and to get clothing and fabrics mended. A chance to save money on buying new whilst reducing waste and being part of York’s growing circular economy. \nSuitable for all ages\, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult. \nThis event is free but donations are welcome. Any donations made will be used to support the continuation of the Repair Café. \nBooking is not required.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-groves-repair-cafe/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:St Thomas’s Church Hall\, Lowther Street\, York\, YO31 7ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250822T125056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T225944Z
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SUMMARY:Heritage & the Environment @ York Minster
DESCRIPTION:A walking tour of the York Minster precinct taking in the projects established in its Neighbourhood Plan\, including its new Centre of Excellence for Heritage Craft Skills and Estates Management\, focused on work to protect its heritage estate\, craft skills\, and the environment\, such as renewable energy initiatives and combatting damage caused by increased rainfall. The tour will appeal to those interested in heritage but also with a concern about our rapidly changing environment. \nSuitable for ages 18+ \nBooking is required for this event and can be done by email to works@yorkminster.org \nBlue badge parking available on Deangate
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/heritage-and-the-environment-york-minster/
LOCATION:York Minster Works and Technology Hub\, 4 Deangate\, York\, YO1 7JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Sustainable Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250820T212647Z
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SUMMARY:York Bus Forum Meeting 21/10/2025
DESCRIPTION:Special guest is David Skaith\, Mayor for York and North Yorkshire. \nTransport emissions form a large part of carbon. Hear the Mayor’s plans for public transport in York with particular emphasis on bus services and how they integrate with his wider transport strategy.  \nThis event is online. Booking is required. To book please contact: rogerfrench1148@outlook.com
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-bus-forum-meeting-21-10-2025/
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Living
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LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-bus-forum-meeting-21-10-2025/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
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SUMMARY:Curious & Creative Gardening Tour: Wildlife-Friendly Museum Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the initiatives and interventions York Museums Trust’s Gardens Team have made to make their busy public garden more wildlife friendly. Take a tour around over 10 acres of grounds\, discovering inspiration for your own garden or workplace green spaces. \nYou’ll learn about climate change and biodiversity\, discover the importance of insects for the food chain and how to manage your green space throughout the seasons to create wildlife habitat\, and adopt a new perspective with some native weeds. \n  \nSuited to people aged 12+ with an interest in making green spaces more wildlife friendly. Under 16’s must be accompanied by and adult. \nMeet on the hard standing in front of the entrance to the Yorkshire Museum. The tour will take an accessible route around the Museum Gardens. \nYork Museums Trust opens York Museum Gardens free of charge for all to enjoy. As a registered charity\, York Museum Trust encourage visitors to consider donating to enable the Trust to continue maintaining and preserving their gardens and buildings for generations to come. \nBooking required and can be done here. \nPlease note: This event is weather dependant. If adverse weather conditions cause this event to be cancelled\, ticket holders will be notified.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/curious-creative-gardening-tour/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Yorkshire Museum Gardens\, Museum St\, York\, YO1 7FR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Building Sustainably,Family-friendly,Getting Creative,In The Garden,Learning,Out In Nature,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250827T203330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T203534Z
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SUMMARY:Green Business Forum: Energy
DESCRIPTION:York Green Business Forum’s next event is focusing on helping businesses to tackle their energy bills and cut carbon to cut costs. You’ll hear about how to reduce your energy consumption and increase profitability\, hearing first-hand from other local businesses and industry experts. \nParticipating businesses can access free one-to-one expert advice\, participate in workshops and network with like-minded local organisations. \nBooking Required: buytickets.at/cityofyorkcouncil3  \nBlue Badge parking is available on Duncombe Place at the rear of the theatre. Please email carbon.reduction@york.gov.uk for any specific queries about access needs.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/green-business-forum-energy/
LOCATION:York Theatre Royal\, St Leonard's Pl\, York\, YO1 7HD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Learning,Sustainable Business
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T211500
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250829T203157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T203157Z
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SUMMARY:This whole earth is family - From human-centrism to ecocentrism
DESCRIPTION:Led by Sociologist Dr Peter Gardner\, we will explore the deep-rooted human-centrism shaping our diets\, economies\, laws\, climate goals and outlooks. We’ll examine the alternative: ecocentrism—a worldview that sees all life\, from octopuses to oysters\, forests to rivers\, soils to ecosystems – as holding fundamental value. Together\, we will think through some of the implications of applying an ecocentric outlook in our everyday lives and across society. A one-pot vegetarian supper will be included. \nDonations towards the work of Poesis are welcome. \nBooking required. Please book tickets here.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/this-whole-earth-is-family-from-human-centrism-to-ecocentrism/
LOCATION:Jacob’s Well\, Trinity Lane\, York\, YO1 6EL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Learning,Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250830T213024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224117Z
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SUMMARY:Curious & Creative Gardening Tour: Wildlife-Friendly Museum Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the initiatives and interventions York Museums Trust’s Gardens Team have made to make their busy public garden more wildlife friendly. Take a tour around over 10 acres of grounds\, discovering inspiration for your own garden or workplace green spaces. \nYou’ll learn about climate change and biodiversity\, discover the importance of insects for the food chain and how to manage your green space throughout the seasons to create wildlife habitat\, and adopt a new perspective with some native weeds. \n  \nSuited to people aged 12+ with an interest in making green spaces more wildlife friendly. Under 16’s must be accompanied by and adult. \nMeet on the hard standing in front of the entrance to the Yorkshire Museum. The tour will take an accessible route around the Museum Gardens. \nYork Museums Trust opens York Museum Gardens free of charge for all to enjoy. As a registered charity\, York Museum Trust encourage visitors to consider donating to enable the Trust to continue maintaining and preserving their gardens and buildings for generations to come. \nBooking required and can be done here. \nPlease note: This event is weather dependant. If adverse weather conditions cause this event to be cancelled\, ticket holders will be notified.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/curious-creative-gardening-tour/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Yorkshire Museum Gardens\, Museum St\, York\, YO1 7FR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Building Sustainably,Family-friendly,Getting Creative,In The Garden,Learning,Out In Nature,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250831T222212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224532Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Geothermal Energy at the University of York
DESCRIPTION:As part of York Environment Festival and World Geothermal Day 2025\, the University of York is excited to be hosting a series of public events that dive into the world of geothermal energy. We’ll also be sharing the latest updates on our own geothermal project on the University’s Campus East\, including details about our upcoming seismic survey works planned for late October. \n  \nCome and join us at one of our events: \n  \nWednesday 15 October (5pm – 7pm) \nExploring Geothermal Energy drop-in: Tang Hall Explore \nJoin us at Tang Hall Explore to learn about geothermal energy\, chat with the University’s geothermal team\, and take part in interactive geothermal activities. \nhttps://www.york.ac.uk/about/sustainability/events/2025/geothermal-energy-event-tang-hall/ \n  \nThursday 16 October (1pm – 3pm) \nExploring Geothermal Energy drop-in: York Explore Library \nJoin us at York Explore library to learn about geothermal energy\, chat with the University’s geothermal team\, and take part in interactive geothermal activities. \nhttps://www.york.ac.uk/about/sustainability/events/2025/geothermal-energy-event-york-explore/ \n  \nFriday 17 October (2pm – 6pm) \nSeismic Survey Open Day \nJoin us in the Ron Cooke Hub atrium to learn more about the upcoming seismic survey taking place in late October\, the next step in the University’s deep geothermal energy project. \nhttps://www.york.ac.uk/about/sustainability/events/2025/seismic-survey-open-day/ \n  \nFriday 17 October (6.30pm-7.30pm) \nCelebrating World Geothermal Day: York’s Geothermal Exploration \nCould the heat beneath our feet help power a low-carbon future? Join us for an evening exploring the science\, opportunities and impact of deep geothermal energy. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebrating-world-geothermal-day-yorks-geothermal-exploration-tickets-1760792079509 \nFind out more about our Deep Geothermal Energy project: www.york.ac.uk/geothermal
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/exploring-geothermal-energy-university-of-york/
LOCATION:Ron Cooke Hub Atrium\, Campus East\, University of York\, 133 Deramore Lane\, York\, YO10 5GE\, Ron Cooke Hub Atrium\, Campus East\, University of York\, 133 Deramore Lane\, York\, YO10 5GE
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250818T213037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T130050Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Listening Circle
DESCRIPTION:This Climate Listening Circle (previously known as a Climate Cafe) is a chance to meet with others and share our feelings about the climate and ecological crisis – a thinking and feeling space and a haven from busyness and activity. Sharing feelings\, over a cuppa\, in a supportive space can help to build our resilience in our changing and challenging world. \nThis event has a minimum age of 14.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/climate-listening-circle/
LOCATION:Patch\, The Bonding Warehouse\, Patch\, The Bonding Warehouse\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO1 6FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Socials
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250818T205142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T230529Z
UID:10000237-1760031000-1760036400@yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk
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:20251009T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250830T213024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224117Z
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SUMMARY:Curious & Creative Gardening Tour: Wildlife-Friendly Museum Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the initiatives and interventions York Museums Trust’s Gardens Team have made to make their busy public garden more wildlife friendly. Take a tour around over 10 acres of grounds\, discovering inspiration for your own garden or workplace green spaces. \nYou’ll learn about climate change and biodiversity\, discover the importance of insects for the food chain and how to manage your green space throughout the seasons to create wildlife habitat\, and adopt a new perspective with some native weeds. \n  \nSuited to people aged 12+ with an interest in making green spaces more wildlife friendly. Under 16’s must be accompanied by and adult. \nMeet on the hard standing in front of the entrance to the Yorkshire Museum. The tour will take an accessible route around the Museum Gardens. \nYork Museums Trust opens York Museum Gardens free of charge for all to enjoy. As a registered charity\, York Museum Trust encourage visitors to consider donating to enable the Trust to continue maintaining and preserving their gardens and buildings for generations to come. \nBooking required and can be done here. \nPlease note: This event is weather dependant. If adverse weather conditions cause this event to be cancelled\, ticket holders will be notified.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/curious-creative-gardening-tour/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Yorkshire Museum Gardens\, Museum St\, York\, YO1 7FR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Building Sustainably,Family-friendly,Getting Creative,In The Garden,Learning,Out In Nature,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Living
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250830T211054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T111457Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251007T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250818T213815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T214028Z
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SUMMARY:Get to grips with Climate Science: Climate Fresk workshop
DESCRIPTION:Understanding climate science might seem intimidating\, but it’s important we get to grips with it. The Climate Fresk turns climate science into a team game\, where we work together to connect the causes\, mechanisms and effects of the climate crisis\, and what we can do about it. \nJoin an interactive workshop with trained facilitators to look at climate science in more detail\, learn together\, challenge our assumptions and talk about the future. \nMinimum age restriction 12+.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/climate-fresk-workshop/
LOCATION:Patch York\, Terry Avenue\, The Bonding Warehouse\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO16FA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251005T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250827T210803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T221727Z
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SUMMARY:Street-re-Cycle
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for households to do some clearing out and passing on of things to others. There’ll be a trail of households in the South Bank area of York\, noon to 3pm on Sunday 5 October. Householders can give things away\, swap them or sell them. \nSuitable for all ages. \nAll are welcome to drop in\, however booking is required for households who are taking part and can be done by emailing info@planetsouthbank.org.uk. Deadline for booking is 6pm on the 1st of October. \nAddresses for the trail will be published on the day of the event. More details can be found on the event’s website.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/street-re-cycle/
LOCATION:South Bank\, York\, South Bank\, York\, YO23 1FA
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Sustainable Living
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250830T214532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250831T143740Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250827T213522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T203032Z
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SUMMARY:Travel to school on the 'BikeBus'!
DESCRIPTION:A BikeBus is a group of people who cycle together on a set route on a set timetable. Many school communities are setting up BikeBuses\, making the school run safer\, healthy and more fun. \nA one hour online presentation plus Q&A with: \n\nHamish Belding; FRideDays Bike Bus Project Coordinator\nVicky Walter; May Park Bike Bus\, Bristol\nLoz Hennessy; Green Schools Project\, Bristol\nHazel Peacock; Oatlands Bike Bus\, Harrogate\n\nCould your school community start York’s first BikeBus? \nSuitable for all ages\, but aimed towards adults/parents with children. \nThis event is online. Booking is required and can be done here. The link for the Zoom sign-in for the event will be emailed out on October 1st.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/travel-to-school-on-the-bikebus/
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Sustainable Living
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LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/travel-to-school-on-the-bikebus/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250930T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250825T132944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T230123Z
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SUMMARY:Is environmentally sustainable AI possible? Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:AI is going to change the world. But can it protect the planet? \nThe climate crisis feels more urgent than ever. But with companies racing to develop faster\, better\, and more powerful AI across the globe\, the demand on our planet’s resources is only getting stronger. Is environmentally sustainable AI possible? \nWe’re bringing together York researchers\, alumni and friends across the sector to answer this very question. \nNo minimum age restriction.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/sustainable-ai-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Learning,Sustainable Living
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LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/sustainable-ai-panel-discussion/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250930T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250830T213024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224117Z
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SUMMARY:Curious & Creative Gardening Tour: Wildlife-Friendly Museum Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the initiatives and interventions York Museums Trust’s Gardens Team have made to make their busy public garden more wildlife friendly. Take a tour around over 10 acres of grounds\, discovering inspiration for your own garden or workplace green spaces. \nYou’ll learn about climate change and biodiversity\, discover the importance of insects for the food chain and how to manage your green space throughout the seasons to create wildlife habitat\, and adopt a new perspective with some native weeds. \n  \nSuited to people aged 12+ with an interest in making green spaces more wildlife friendly. Under 16’s must be accompanied by and adult. \nMeet on the hard standing in front of the entrance to the Yorkshire Museum. The tour will take an accessible route around the Museum Gardens. \nYork Museums Trust opens York Museum Gardens free of charge for all to enjoy. As a registered charity\, York Museum Trust encourage visitors to consider donating to enable the Trust to continue maintaining and preserving their gardens and buildings for generations to come. \nBooking required and can be done here. \nPlease note: This event is weather dependant. If adverse weather conditions cause this event to be cancelled\, ticket holders will be notified.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/curious-creative-gardening-tour/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Yorkshire Museum Gardens\, Museum St\, York\, YO1 7FR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Building Sustainably,Family-friendly,Getting Creative,In The Garden,Learning,Out In Nature,Sustainable Business,Sustainable Living
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250929T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250830T221843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T211146Z
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SUMMARY:The Life Sized City - Screening and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The Life Sized City is a documentary series shaped and presented by charismatic Danish urbanist Mikael Colville-Andersen\, which examines one city a time what it is that makes big places liveable; what makes them life sized? The first in a monthly series\, we’ll meet using Zoom and will screen the episode looking at Barcelona\, for an hour’s watching and comment\, and then an hour’s discussion about what we’ve seen and how we might use it to shape the future York into a place which works for us. \nBooking is required for this event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1670670894619?aff=oddtdtcreator \nNo minimum age requirement.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-life-sized-city-screening/
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Sustainable Living
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LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-life-sized-city-screening/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250928T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250820T205029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T205348Z
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SUMMARY:York Open Eco Homes
DESCRIPTION:Visit local homes that are better for people and planet: more comfortable\, with lower energy bills and carbon emissions. Learn from the hosts’ experiences and find inspiration for your own home. See a great variety of energy saving measures\, from draught-proofing and insulation to heat pumps and solar panels. \nYCE and St Nicks are marking the tenth anniversary of the event\, with more than 10 homes welcoming visitors. Book a free tour for one or all! \nHome addresses will be supplied after booking. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. \nBook via https://buytickets.at/yce or email ivana@yorkcommunityenergy.org.uk
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-open-eco-homes-3/
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250827T214535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T214717Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Positive!
DESCRIPTION:A new Ecological Management Plan for the University of York campus is under development\, with the aim of delivering a nature-positive campus that supports all the members of the university community\, whatever their role\, background or species\, to achieve their full potential. \nIn this event\, we will share our vision for a nature positive campus\, and provide opportunities to take part in an interactive learning or nature connection experience. \nWe will begin with an update of the progress on our new ecological management plan\, including some of the ideas and suggestions we received from our campus survey. We will then guide participants through a range of activities\, including a tour of the York Experimental Archaeology Research Centre\, and a sensory / mindfulness activity led by Alison Dyke. \nThis event is suitable for ages 8+.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/nature-positive/
LOCATION:York Experimental Archaeology Research (YEAR) Centre\, Heslington\, York\, YO10 5NG
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250820T203058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T201847Z
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SUMMARY:Acomb Repair Cafe
DESCRIPTION:What to do with that beloved jumper with holes in it\, a toaster that no longer works\, that one thing that needs gluing…? \nBin it? No way! \nBring it to the Acomb Repair Cafe\, launching on Saturday 27th September\, at Acomb Methodist Church\, 10am – 1pm. Our skilled volunteer fixers will see what they can do\, and show you how to fix\, too. \nChildren must be supervised. No charge for repairs\, but donations welcome. And it’s a cafe\, so you can get a tea or coffee too. 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/acomb-repair-cafe/
LOCATION:Acomb Methodist Church\, Front Street\, Acomb\, York\, YO24 3BX
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20250818T212432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T212204Z
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SUMMARY:The Groves Repair Café
DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to get your broken household items fixed for free – from toasters to teapots\, electronics to egg-timers – and to get clothing and fabrics mended. A chance to save money on buying new whilst reducing waste and being part of York’s growing circular economy. \nSuitable for all ages\, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult. \nThis event is free but donations are welcome. Any donations made will be used to support the continuation of the Repair Café. \nBooking is not required.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-groves-repair-cafe/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:St Thomas’s Church Hall\, Lowther Street\, York\, YO31 7ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230930T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230930T173000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20230903T191917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T170208Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230930T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230930T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20230903T192104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T165947Z
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SUMMARY:The Groves Repair + Share: Repair Café
DESCRIPTION:The Groves Repair + Share host a monthly repair café in the Groves\, giving residents a place to get a broken item fixed – or – if they have the skills\, help fix others broken items. \n\n\n\nThe sessions are FREE and open to everyone – even if you don’t need to fix anything – you’re welcome to pop by for a cuppa and cake in a friendly setting! \n\n\n\nCome save things from landfill and bring the community together. There’s no better place to be 💚🌍🤝 \n\n\n\nPlease note: This is a one-off during YEW but is held regularly on the last Saturday of each month. Voluntary donations will go towards helping to keep the sessions going. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-groves-repair-cafe-2023/
LOCATION:St Thomas Church\, The Groves\, Lowther Street\, The Groves\, York\, YO31 7ND
CATEGORIES:Socials,Sustainable Living
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230922T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T151308
CREATED:20230903T191835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T175541Z
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SUMMARY:The Story of Planet Southbank
DESCRIPTION:If you run your own local group\, or want to start one up\, discover how one group of York residents set up Planet South Bank to raise local awareness of sustainability issues through community activities & projects. \n\n\n\nNow in our 12th year\, new & founding members reflect on how we run ourselves\, why we’re still an unincorporated association\, how we make decisions\, & how we publicly communicate to connect with the local community. Plus Q&A. \n\n\n\n\n\nBooking: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-story-of-planet-south-bank-tickets-708762707337
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/story-of-planet-south-bank/
CATEGORIES:Getting Creative,Learning,Sustainable Living
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