Net Zero Thurso

Community led, place based approach led by @thursocdt to achieve the ambition of the Thurso Community becoming the first Net Zero Town in Scotland.

[Net Zero Thurso @NetZeroThurso]

Massive thank you to Kara, our Net Zero Graduate, who finishes her contract with us today. We wish her well in her future career.
Initial 6-month long Community Engagement and Marketing Report will be available once it has been reviewed, so watch this space 👏🙏
#Thurso

[Net Zero Thurso @NetZeroThurso]

The key to good compost lies in getting the mix right. You need to keep your ‘greens’ and ‘browns’ properly balanced. If your compost is too wet, add more ‘browns’. If it’s too dry, add some ‘greens’ 🤎💚
#Thurso #Caithness

[Net Zero Thurso @NetZeroThurso]

There can be a lot of confusion as to what to put in your compost bin and advice often varies
✔️vegetables, fruit, teabags, plants, grass
✔️egg boxes, paper, fallen leaves
❌meat, fat and bones
❌dog poo, cat litter, babies’ nappies
#Thurso #Caithness

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Choosing the right spot can be the difference between an efficient and inefficient compost bin. It’s best to site it on a level, well-drained spot, which will ensure that any excess water drains away easily.
More tips and advice 👉 https://t.co/eyFMtt6yQr
#thurso #caithness

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A good quality composter will last your family for 10 to 20 years. That’s why choosing a composter requires thought: you want a unit that will work for many years without costly changes
Local #Thurso options from👉 https://t.co/kbtxfSBS4x
More advice 👉 https://t.co/hK8LilaB0d

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Feeling the chill already? 🥶
This coming Wednesday, come along to this free workshop at 6pm in #Thurso to learn how to make a draft excluder or two, and keep that Winter chill out
Booking essential 👉 https://t.co/ql8BfnMifn
#caithness

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Meatless days! Meat can be expensive, and our consumption is contributing heavily to greenhouse gas emissions – so there are multiple benefits to be reaped from cutting back
Here are some yummy veggie recipes for you to try 👇
https://t.co/Inod2qLLq7
#thurso #caithness

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Repair Cafe! 🧰
Do you have something which you've been meaning to repair?
Come along to the repair cafe in #Thurso this Sunday where you can learn how to repair your item 🛠️
More information and booking essential
👉 https://t.co/Ulg810mULP
#caithness

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If you have the cupboard space, bulk-buying can be cost-effective, whilst also reducing plastic waste ♻️
@SociallyGrowing in #Thurso High Street offer a large selection of bulk food staples. Ask their friendly staff in store for more information

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Pre-sliced or chopped ingredients do come in handy when you're in a rush but they're not value for money. They often come at a premium as you are paying for someone to prepare them and the packaging usually means you'll get much less than if you bought it whole
#thurso #caithness

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When you next go shopping, why not slowly begin to replace all your kitchen disposables with reusables
💚reduce waste
💚save money
💚safer materials
@SociallyGrowing in #Thurso High St. offer an excellent selection of alternative and reusable kitchen items
#caithness

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Adding insulation to your home can save you between £150 and £260 a year, reduce your carbon emissions, and even add value to your house 💵
Local supplier, RDI Renewables in #Thurso, have loft insulation options and can provide expert advice
👉 https://t.co/118E0CAbke
#Caithness

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Help to Buy Windows are helping those in need save money and keep their homes warm by installing free energy-efficient double-glazed windows and doors
Find out if you are eligible for the grant and apply at
👉https://t.co/M8hHNHNJU7
#thurso #caithness

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The Government has a free boiler replacement grant scheme for people in Scotland
Check your eligibility here 👇
https://t.co/cFPlwaZ1gy
There is also a specific scheme for pensioners - check your eligibility here 👇
https://t.co/TErqouYBLk

#thurso #caithness

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Funded by the Scottish Government, the interest-free Home Energy Scotland Loan is designed to create warmer homes that are cheaper to run across the whole of Scotland
For more information and to apply go to 👇
https://t.co/PoYlyskIUZ

#thurso #caithness

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Investing in biomass heating can save you money in the long-term, reduce your carbon footprint, and help to reduce waste 🌍
Find out more information on Biomass heating
👉 https://t.co/mbcNnCw1qb
RDI Renewables in #Thurso offer Biomass heating options
👉 https://t.co/0XaSjnJKnh

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Net Zero Heroes🦸
Congratulations to our Net Zero Heroes!
It was lovely to see some of you last Friday during our #Thurso Sustainability Fair🌍
We hope you enjoyed our wee celebration and the chance to meet some other folks who took part in the challenge
Keep up the amazing work

[Mind @MindCharity]

World Mental Health Day 2020: global pandemic
World Mental Health Day 2021: global pandemic
World Mental Health Day 2022: cost of living crisis

We're living through difficult, stressful, uncertain times.

But whatever comes, we'll be here for you 💙

#WorldMentalHealthDay

[Net Zero Thurso @NetZeroThurso]

It's World Mental Health Day! 🧡
Are you, or individuals you are supporting, experiencing mental health difficulties such as anxiety, worry, low mood, sleep problems or stress?
Free online event from 3-4 today, hosted by @wearebighealth
Sign up - https://t.co/oxpVaBu340
#Thurso

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Thank you so to everyone who came along to the Sustainability Fair today. It was a fantastic event with lots of fantastic people, great conversation, some excellent networking opportunities, and some really wonderful and inspiring ideas for a sustainable #Thurso 🌍
#Caithness