With the Zero Carbon Guildford AGM taking place on 25 March, we’re opening the window to join our Board of Trustees. Becoming a trustee is a powerful way to shape the future of ZERO and support practical climate action in Guildford. You don’t need previous trustee or board experience — support is provided. This year we’re welcoming new trustees, including an HR Trustee. Find out how to apply and get involved

Living near The Mount for years, I only discovered its magic during lockdown and later through daily dog walks. Joining the volunteer group opened my eyes to rare orchids, butterflies, wildlife tracks and tiny plants I’d never noticed before. From spotting Small Blues to helping clear scrub, getting involved has made this familiar hillside feel extraordinary - a place full of life, waiting to be seen.

A sustainable gift doesn’t have to be complicated. From zero-waste starter kits and upcycled jewellery to potted plants, digital vouchers and charitable donations, there are thoughtful ways to show you care while reducing waste. This year, choose gifts that support people and the planet - and make your celebrations a little greener.

Christmas dinner is a festive highlight, but it’s also a major source of waste, with 42 million dishes thrown away in the UK each year. A Greener Christmas Dinner doesn’t mean giving up tradition; it’s about small, mindful choices. By planning portions, choosing seasonal produce and reducing leftovers, you can enjoy a joyful feast that’s kinder to the planet.

The ZERO Podcast was born from conversations - the kind that happen in passing, over projects, between volunteers who care deeply about their community. After seeing just how much passion, dedication and impact goes into every initiative at ZERO, volunteer Ruo Ow set out to capture these stories and share them more widely. The result is a new podcast series that brings the voices behind ZERO to the mic, starting with Episode 1: The Story of Zero.

Role description and how to apply to be the River Community & Communications Coordinator

Role description and how to apply to be the Business Energy Assessor for Zero Carbon Guildford's new 'Energy Check' project.

Role description and how to apply to be our new Operations Coordinator.

Last Sunday’s Apple Pressing at Rosamund Community Garden was our biggest yet! 🌞 With record crowds, homemade soups and cakes selling out, Mary Makes Jam raising funds for charity, and children’s nature fun from Earthlings, the day was full of energy. Our amazing DofE students kept the presses busy all afternoon. Early signs suggest we’ve doubled last year’s takings, helping fund future garden projects. 🍏

On Friday 19th September, ZERO went batty with a sell-out Bat Walk & Talk along the River Wey. Led by Surrey Bat Group with Guildford Walk Fest, participants discovered the UK’s 18 bat species, tried bat detectors, and spotted Common & Soprano Pipistrelles plus Daubenton’s bats skimming the water at dusk. With fascinating insights into bat biology, conservation, and echolocation, it was an inspiring evening rounded off with stories in a riverside pub. 🌙🦇

We’re looking for a compassionate, organised Project Coordinator to lead Zero Carbon Guildford’s flagship Community Fridge. Since 2021, the fridge has welcomed 13,000 visits a year, saving 29 tonnes of food and 73 tonnes of CO₂. This hands-on role is perfect for a people-person who thrives on building community, tackling food waste, and keeping projects running smoothly. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re thrilled to announce that HEAT (Home Energy Advice Team) has secured funding to continue offering free home energy advice across Surrey until April 2027. Led by Zero Carbon Guildford with partners Circular Dorking, Energy Action Redhill & Reigate, and Surrey Climate Commission, HEAT helps residents cut bills and carbon through in-person surveys, thermal imaging, practical fixes, and access to grants and insulation support.

Zero Carbon Guildford are seeking a freelance business engagement and project management specialist to support the launch of a new Sustainable Business Network project offering energy assessments to SMEs.

We are looking for an energy advisor to join the Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT). The ideal candidate will have experience and...

This September, Zero Carbon Guildford will become a hub for creativity, community, and circular fashion. From free clothes swaps and mending circles to natural dyeing workshops and garden tours, we’ll explore how fashion can be reimagined through care for both people and planet. Rooted in lived experience of the global fashion industry, this programme shares a vision for a fashion commons in Guildford - where clothes are repaired, redesigned, and reconnected to the land that

Role description and how to apply to be our Home Energy Advice Team (HEAT) Coordinator.

What to expect at The Climate Coalition's Act Now Change Forever lobby of Parliament.

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.

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

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.