TransitionSunderland

Reimagining a positively greener local community in Sunderland. Part of @TransitionTowns. Join us at one of our events or on fb:

[TransitionSunderland @TransitionSland]

"The fact that climate change and energy issues are so infrequently spoken about sends a loud message in itself [...] we as individual citizens are each powerful and responsible in our own right. We all bear great influence". https://t.co/L88KRxWYGN

[Transition Network @transitiontowns]

A New Year, A New Quest? https://t.co/lq2m7c2yFC

This is the first in a series of blogs from our guest editor Kate Heath, an ex-humanitarian worker now based in Paris – exploring how to have constructive conversations about climate change.

Welcome to 2018! The year turns – a…

[The Countryside Charity North East @CPRENorthEast]

Thanks to the 28 volunteers in #Throckley #Newcastle who collected more than 1,000 plastic bottles, cans and glass bottles in just over an hour today as part of @CPRE's September Green Clean. 👏👏👏😃

[SunderlandSeafront @SunSeaTraders]

Join ‘UK Fossils’ for a fossil hunt on Seaburn beach this November!

Suitable for children over 6 years old (accompanied by an adult)

Seaham is a Carboniferous coal measure spoil heap, which was dumped in... https://t.co/uzyRykIwC8

[Ellen MacArthur Foundation @circulareconomy]

What would it look like to design a mobile phone to maximise durability and repair? @Fairphone is designed with different principles from the outset. #circulareconomy https://t.co/ATwuOt7LpY

[Reefpaths @Reefpaths]

Wonderful news that a significant section of #TunstallHills has been awarded Town Green Status which will add another layer of protection against future development on this precious site 😍 Massive thanku 2 members of #THPG for organising the application @NE_Northumbria

[Ewan Hutson @EwanSustransNE]

Every little helps. https://t.co/X8QODVhY2B

[Fields in Trust 💚 @FieldsInTrust]

Parks are the green lungs of our communities and are proven to help people stay physically and mentally well. As we celebrate #NHS70 our research finds green spaces save the service £111 million a year in reduced GP visits alone. #GreenSpacesForGood

[Cath Cooper 🍃💚🍃 #PlasticFreeJuly @CathCooper2]

@aplastic_planet @Morrisons Well #Morrison I did my shop tonight & u definatley are trying I got fish and meat in my own containers 🤗 but still no cheese, also clearly people are buying the loose veg as alot ran out.
But 😠😠 single use plastic cutlery &take away boxes for salad!!! DISAPPOINTING

[Network Of Wellbeing @NetwrkWellbeing]

"Every beautiful thing you say to someone becomes a part of you and a part of them" #ThoughtfulThursday via @projecthappy #happiness #wellbeing #kindness

[Off Grid @OffGridFestival]

Live Music at OFF GRID 2018 ACOUSTIC * GYPSY * BLUES * FOLK * REGGAE * SKA * WORLD * HIP-HOP * KLEZMER * ROCK - join us for all this and more!

#OffGridFestival #Sustainability #EcoWarriors #EcoFriendly #Permaculture #Workshops #LiveMusic #KidsArea #Discussion #Community

[Sunderland UK @SunderlandUK]

Have your say on how we shape future development in the city. To know more about the Publication Draft of Sunderland's Core Strategy & Development Plan visit https://t.co/44O5WgKF3O

[Enviroclothes @EnviroclothesUK]

If the global fashion industry continues on its current growth path, it could use more than a quarter of the world’s annual carbon budget by 2050 😳 #sustainablefashion #eco #gogreen #recycle #Earth

[Northumbrian Water @NorthumbrianH2O]

Ryhope Engines Museum, built in 1868, once supplied drinking water to the #Sunderland area

On 1st July 1967 at 3pm, the site ceased operation after 100 years of continuous use.

During August's steaming weekend, open to the public, we'll be celebrating this 150th anniversary 💙

[Matt Wade @MattWadeSMH]

An Australian family living in the slums of India has come home with an important message https://t.co/aZAYQshPS5 via @smh

[Community RePaint @Comm_RePaint]

The #LoveWhereYouLive campaign launched by @hubbubUK gives communities tips on how to reimagine shared spaces by clearing, upcycling and transforming spaces. When painting, keep costs down and contact one of our schemes! Will your community be next?! https://t.co/FwjkMR5E0V…

[Reefpaths @Reefpaths]

Come and join Tunstall Hills Protection Group Wildflower Walk on Sunday 8th July 2pm Lots of stunning #Wildflowers 2 see incl some special species associated with magnesian limestone grassland 😍 https://t.co/5MBvrgymBs @SunderlandUK @TransitionSland @LLW_Sunderland @BSBIbotany

[Sunderland UK @SunderlandUK]

We want your views on the Publication draft of Sunderland's Core Strategy & Development Plan - the final stage of consultation before the council submits the Plan to the Secretary fo State. visit https://t.co/eaGfZpkrPb

[TransitionSunderland @TransitionSland]

@CatriCat @SunderlandUK @durhamwildlife Thanks Peter! Yes, it does look like the ones on this website (easy when you figure out what to google- burnished brass moth!) https://t.co/AUZNwfnh5n Now is it an aurea or a juncta!? Looks like a mix.