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We're Hiring: Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT) Coordinator
Role description and how to apply to be our Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT) Coordinator.
Bronwen Smith-Thomas
Jun 243 min read


Act Now Change Forever
What to expect at The Climate Coalition's Act Now Change Forever lobby of Parliament.
Bronwen Smith-Thomas
Jun 173 min read


It's World Swift Day
Discover the incredible journey of Swifts, why they're under threat, and how the Guildford Swift Project is helping to protect them - plus, see our beautiful new logo featuring Guildford Castle and Swifts in flight.
Sarah Davis
Jun 63 min read


Helping Hedgehogs: How You Can Make a Difference in Your Garden
This Sunday at Tunsgate Quarter, the community came together to celebrate Bee Aware Week — and to shine a spotlight on another vital, but struggling, species: the hedgehog. With support from Zero Carbon Guildford, Surrey University, and local partners, families enjoyed a day of hands-on crafts, expert advice, and practical tips on how to make gardens safer for wildlife. From pinecone hedgehogs to building feeding stations, the event was packed with inspiration on how to prote
Zero Carbon Guildford
Jun 52 min read


An Epic Summer Adventure from Guildford to Lisbon – By Train (Mostly!)
Join Kerry Lewis on a flight-free summer adventure from Guildford to Lisbon by train and bus. Discover breathtaking views, unexpected hiccups, and tips for planning your own low-carbon journey across Europe - proving that sustainable travel can be just as epic as flying.
Kerry Lewis
Jun 46 min read


Guildford Library Joins the UK’s First Green Library Hubs
We’re thrilled to announce that Guildford Library has been selected as one of just three libraries in the UK to become a Green Library Hub, thanks to a groundbreaking new programme led by CILIP (the UK’s library and information association) and backed by a £1.2 million grant from The National Lottery Community Fund’s Climate Action Fund.
Zero Carbon Guildford
May 272 min read


ZERO Hosts Local Action Day with Zöe Franklin MP
On Friday 26th April, ZERO Carbon Guildford hosted a vibrant day of community activity, bringing together local residents, volunteers, and organisations for three impactful events - the Water Quality Blitz, the Surrey Hills Baby Clothes Library’s Community Baby Shower, and the Explore and Restore cycle trail. We were especially pleased to welcome Guildford’s MP, Zöe Franklin, who joined us in support of these fantastic local initiatives.
Zero Carbon Guildford
May 12 min read


Zero Carbon Guildford's 2024 Impact 🌍
Following our Annual General Meeting on 26th March, we’re delighted to share a wrap-up of an inspiring 2024 and what’s on the horizon for 2025.
Zero Carbon Guildford
Apr 222 min read


How to Spot and Support Hedgehogs in Your Garden
Discover how to spot hedgehogs in your garden and support them with simple tips. Learn about hedgehog footprints, sounds, and habitats.
Paul Jolley
Mar 185 min read


Community Energy: Powering Local Change for a Greener Future
Did you know that community energy projects can help local organisations save money on energy bills, create opportunities for people
Maddie Evans
Mar 73 min read


Green Gate Success: Sandfield Primary Cuts Pollution by 30% and Noise by 5 Decibels with Eco-Friendly Innovations
Monitoring results revealed that the green gate installation has reduced particle pollution levels by nearly 30%
Zero Carbon Guildford
Jan 272 min read


Your chance to become a ZCG Trustee!
With the Zero Carbon Guildford Annual General Meeting the window to join the ZCG board of Trustees is now open!
Zero Carbon Guildford
Jan 264 min read


Presenting Zero's draft strategy-on-a-page
A month on from our strategy refresh workshop, read the draft 'strategy-on-a-page' and provide your comments.
Bronwen Smith-Thomas
Nov 26, 20249 min read


Opinion: Come to the Community Fridge for a Taste of Community
ZERO's community fridge has saved over 25 tonnes of food waste and built a community
Ben Cribbin
Nov 23, 20244 min read


Skip the Black Friday Frenzy - Borrow for Free at the Guildford Library of Things!
Skip Black Friday and borrow for free at Guildford Library of Things. Save money and reduce waste—borrow instead of buying!
Thomas Lashbrooke
Nov 18, 20242 min read


War and climate change: A vicious cycle
As Remembrance Day approaches, Zero volunteer Sam Peters reflects on the relationship between war and climate change.
Sam Peters
Nov 7, 20245 min read


What Is Doughnut Economics?
We’ve been running Doughnut Economics workshops for almost 4 years for residents, schools, the Surrey Hills National Landscape Board and...
Zero Carbon Guildford
Nov 6, 202411 min read


We're Hiring: Marketing & Communications Manager
Role description for new paid role for Zero Carbon Guildford. Zero Carbon Guildford (ZCG) is looking for an experienced and effective...
Bronwen Smith-Thomas
Oct 10, 20245 min read


Opinion: The climate crisis and consumerism - Guildford Library of Things
The Library of Things initiative which is a collaboration between Zero Carbon Guildford and Guildford Library launched July 29th....
Petra Todd
Aug 28, 20242 min read


Guildford Library of Things: Back and Better Than Ever!
The Guildford Library of Things (LoT) has made a fantastic comeback this July with a mission to help local residents save money, reduce...
Thomas Lashbrooke
Aug 13, 20242 min read
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