There’s a lot we can do where we live to slow down climate change – recycling inititaives, energy saving or joining community groups. But will any of these make…
Our beautiful city of Edinburgh is facing a challenge like never before: climate change.From unpredictable weather and rising sea levels to threats to our wildlife and historic landmarks, the…
Fife Climate Hub and Edinburgh Communities Climate Action Network have teamed up with Evaluation Support Scotland to offer a free Evaluation Support training day to our member organisations! This…
Want to turn your social impact idea into a reality? ECCAN member, The Melting Pot, is offering a fantastic opportunity for our network! As Scotland’s centre for social innovation,…
Take the next step in your climate journey Climate Psychology Alliance Scotland and ECCAN invite you to two empowering training days designed to equip you with the tools, knowledge,…
We are excited to announce ECCAN’s first Creative Writing Competition! We are looking for creative individuals interested in sharing their non-fiction stories related to climate and weather events they…
Alongside 72 other charities, ECCAN has signed an open letter to First Minister John Swinney, urging his government to commit increased, fair funding to climate action initiatives in our…
We are excited to announce that we are offering Climate Adaptation Workshops for our members! In these sessions, we will support community groups to delve into how climate change…
To support our members and help deepen their knowledge on climate change, ECCAN is offering free, accredited Carbon Literacy training. Being Carbon Literate means gaining knowledge of the carbon costs…
Where everyone has a place at the table Tired of the same old networking events? Join us for a unique experience designed to foster meaningful connections and conversations. The…
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in Edinburgh? ECCAN is seeking a new potential volunteer trustee with HR experience to join our Board of Directors. As a…
ECCAN is delighted to announce the recipients of the GreenLight seed fund grant program. GreenLight supports innovative, community-driven projects tackling climate change challenges in Edinburgh. Initially set at £90,000,…
On 1 October, Scotland will fail to meet a deadline set under the UN Aarhus Convention to ensure access to justice on the environment is affordable. Join us for…
Scotland’s Climate Week 2024 will run from 23-29 September. This annual event highlights the importance and urgency of tackling climate change and celebrates all the positive climate action being…
Calling all ECCAN members working in the fields of sustainability an climate action! This is a fantastic opportunity to take part in a Speed Networking Sustainability/ Green Careers Event…
A group of academics, trade unionists, former council leaders and journalists have launched a campaign to tackle the creeping centralisation that has left Scotland as one of the least locally governed…
Here at ECCAN, we love EdinBRIC’s terrific new website. Head on over to EdinBRIC and learn more about their mission to empower individuals like you to create or join…
Fairly dry stuff, but nonetheless worth having sight of, as ScotGov increases the focus on climate adaptation in our communties. The Executive Summary is well worth a read, as…
Public consultation backs transition to a circular economy. Proposals to cut the number of single-use, disposable items like cups, ban the destruction of unsold goods and promote the reuse…
We’re thrilled to announce that ECCAN, Edinburgh’s environmental network, has officially broken the 100-group member mark! This is a fantastic milestone and a true testament to the growing strength…
We’re excited to announce a brand new initiative here at ECCAN: Climate Bites, a series of networking lunches designed exclusively for our members! We all know that some of…
Join us at ECCAN’s Autumn Assembly, a dynamic event designed to bring together changemakers, local groups, and individuals passionate about climate action. This gathering offers a unique opportunity to…
ECCAN are delighted to announce that community groups across Edinburgh can now make application to GreenLight – our £90,000 seedgrant funding pot. We have tried to make the applciation…