Organisations and individuals who want to learn more about what they can do to reduce the affects of the climate crisis and take action in their local community can now access specialist training via East Dunbartonshire Council.
The Council are working in partnership with East Dunbartonshire Voluntary Action (EDVA) to deliver Carbon Literacy training which is funded by the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund and delivered by Keep Scotland Beautiful.
The free training will enable local communities to learn more, find out how to mitigate risks and develop knowledge in how to tackle key elements of the climate crisis in their everyday lives.
Participants who complete the training will receive certification issued by The Carbon Literacy Trust and will gain an understanding of:
- The basic science behind climate change and the problems it causes
- Social equity, community resilience and climate change
- What we need to do to meet the Paris Agreement targets and achieve a zero-carbon and a well-adapted society
- What individuals and organisations can do to act on climate change – in your personal life and in your local area
- Strategies and skills for communicating action and engaging others on climate change
Councillor Pamela Marshall, Vice Convener of the Council's Place, Neighbourhood and Corporate Assets Committee, said, “The Climate crisis is one of the greatest challenges we have ever faced. It affects all aspects of society and can affect communities differently depending on geography and environment.
“At East Dunbartonshire Council we are committed to tackling climate change and our emerging Climate Action Plan will co-ordinate and outline our work in this area as well as determine how we plan to empower communities to act.
“By offering this training we are taking a step in ensuring local people gain a real understanding of the impact of the climate emergency as well as giving them the tools to make a positive difference which ultimately benefits us all.”
Training can be delivered in person or online with courses beginning in October 2023. If you are interested in participating, please contact sustainability@eastdunbarton.gov.uk for more information.