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The "make the world green again" mural can be found down the lane leading to The Cooperage at 674 Pollokshaws Road in Glasgow's Southside. Find out more about them here.
Support for groups
Climate change is a huge issue with lots of areas where we can take action both as individuals and collectively as a community. It can be hard for third sector groups to know how best to contribute. With sustainability an increasing focus of local and national authorities as well as funders, this is a perfect time to consider where it sits within your organisation.
We have a range of support on offer and it doesn't matter what level of experience you have in dealing with climate issues, we'll work with you at whatever level you're at.​
Support for third sector groups is delivered by Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector.
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To find out more or to sign up for support, please contact us at info@gcah.scot
Practical Support
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Are you a community group in Glasgow and thinking about your environmental impact? Are you already involved in climate action, and looking to do more? Wherever you are on your journey, the Glasgow Climate Action Hub can support you.
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Climate change can seem distant from our daily lives and work. However, climate change and environmental damage already affects us all. Glasgow now has to live with flooding, heat waves, and sudden freezes, and still suffers from pollution from traffic and other sources. As we know, these issues affect our most vulnerable communities more than anyone else.
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There are ways we can work together to solve these problems and it’s possible that some of those solutions will actually help you to reduce costs. More than that, we can also help you build your community’s resilience and improve their lives while also helping the planet.
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The funding landscape is also changing in Scotland. More funders are asking questions about the environmental impact of their work and how climate change can be integrated into their funding strategies. There’s never been a better time for your group to consider the steps you can take to become more environmentally friendly.
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Speak to our environmental advisers
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Our environmental advisers help community groups to work to protect the environment, reduce climate change, and adapt to it. We can help your group:
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Create a plan to lower energy costs, emissions, and waste. This will focus on areas like:
energy use in buildings
travel & transport
food & water
procurement & waste
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Tackle obstacles like high energy bills, working in a rented building, working in a listed building, and others
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Create an environmental policy to keep your work on track
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Demonstrate your climate work to funders (link to blog)
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Join and create environmental projects and campaigns
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Talk about climate change with your community
We know that the capacity of community groups is stretched, and at the same time as the climate crisis, the costs of operation are unaffordable. We will do what we can to help you tackle both.
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Climate action isn’t about you doing everything, it’s about all of us doing what we can. Our support reflects that. We’re happy to meet any group in Glasgow for a chat about how we can support your work. Contact info@gcah.scot to speak to our advisers.
Funding Support
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For those already doing climate work in their community, or for those who are trying to do more, we know funding is always a huge challenge. Our funding adviser is on hand to help you look at ways to attract more funding while also exploring ways to become more sustainable in your fundraising efforts.
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How can we help?
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We can offer 1-2-1 support for your organisation to discuss funding issues, help you develop your funding strategy, funding communications and generate ideas.
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We can provide follow-up support and coaching.
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We can review grant applications.
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We can provide bespoke training/workshops for local groups and networks.
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We provide access to a monthly environmental grants directory as well as fundraising resources.
Training Opportunities
Delivered by Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector
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To find out more or to sign up for support,
please contact us at info@gcah.scot
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Please note: Our training opportunities for the upcoming year are still being developed. Please contact info@gcah.scot if your group has any particular training needs.
The "protect our world" mural was created by @mrtragicohara and signed by the children of Hillhead Primary. It can be seen on the corner of Otago and Gibson Street in Glasgow's west end.
Workshops
Our climate team offers a range of workshops to help you develop your organisations capacity to address climate change.
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The workshops vary throughout the year but recent sessions have included:
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Renewable Energy for Community Groups
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Tailoring Climate Work in an Organisation
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Climate for Change Conversations
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How Climate Change Affects Your Community
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Get Equipped to Act on Climate Change
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How to Develop an Environmental Policy and Plan
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We're always happy to hear suggestions about what support the sector needs in terms of sustainability and climate change, so please contact info@gcah.scot if you want to suggest a workshop or if you'd like to collaborate to run one.
This nature mural can be found on an abandoned building on the outskirts of Queens Park in Glasgow's southside.
Artist unknown.