         
November is rapidly overtaking October for title of ‘the most climate change events in a month in Oxfordshire ever'. Keep them coming..and if you fancy writing a quick review of any climate change event you go to, plus details of upcoming events, send them in to jo@climatex.org by 14th November.
1. Report back from eventsChris Johnstone's talk ‘The Psychology of Inspired Action' took place on the same day as the schools launch of Earth from the Air. Rousing background music complemented his subject matter, as he introduced friends such as ‘Professor no-way' (you know, the voice inside your head that stops you even taking the first step towards action), together with some techniques to help engage people with climate change in a positive way. Find out more about his work here: http://www.chrisjohnstone.info/ 2. In the News2.1 People Power can beat Climate Change: Lord Puttnam says what many people have long suspected: the government is still failing to make the most of an untapped resource - local communities. Read more and see comments here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/7693973.stm 2.2 Power to the People was the leading article in the Money section of The Times on Saturday 1st November - featuring local heroes Low Carbon West Oxford. 2.3 Feed in tariffs A feed-in tariff is a guaranteed, long-term, premium price paid to households, communities and businesses for electricity they generate by renewable sources. Friends of the Earth said it was deeply disappointed with Government amendments to the Energy Bill tabled on Thurs 30 Oct 2008. The House of Lords is set to debate the amendments on 5 November. More info: http://www.foe.co.uk/resource/press_releases/feed_in_tariff_government_amendments_30102008.html
Climate Change Bill has passed through parliament with all three amendments proposed by Friends of the Earth' Big Ask campaign accepted. (80% reduction, inclusion of aviation and shipping and yearly monitoring.) More info: http://www.foe.co.uk/campaigns/climate/news/government_count_planes_16070.html **Send in your climate change news snippets to jo@climatex.org **
3. Communities3.1 Joining the Dots in Witney welcomed over 25 people from WEest Oxfordshire - hearing updates from their groups, and giving the groups a chance to network and support each other. 3.2 Transition Town Henley - had second meeting on 29th October, showing parts of ‘An Inconvenient Truth' , and discussing what they would like to see in their town.. More info: davemcewen@btinternet.com 3.3 Low Carbon Headington - Next meeting: Thursday 13 November 2008 at 7.30pm Tawney Hall, Ruskin Hall site (corner of Dunstan Road, St Andrew's Road, and Stoke Place) - further info here: http://www.headington.org.uk/hcda/lowcarbon/index.html and below 3.4 Low Carbon Communities National Conference: At the Conference for Low Carbon Communities on 4th October in Llangollen, delegates voted to formalise a grass roots support network for low carbon/ sustainable community projects. The project is currently managed by Tracey Todhunter (who lives in Ashton Hayes, Cheshire) and supported by a grant from Artists Project Earth. You can find more details about our aims and our plans on the website http://www.lowcarboncommunities.net/ - and sign up for their newsletters too, 3.5 Transition Eynsham anyone? Eynsham resident Ros is looking for at the moment is three or four committed Eynsham residents with time to give to form a core group in order to start the
3.6 The Northmoor Trust can bring the Great Energy challenge to your community group. The Northmoor Trust can bring their giant 9 m2 aerial photo of South Oxfordshire to your meeting place. We can run a 2 hour workshop during which your members would become policy makers and would decide how they were going to provide energy for a 2026 Oxfordshire community. See the outcomes of your decisions by changing the South Oxfordshire landscape on the unique 9 m2 model Wittenham Model creating the landscape of the future. Whatever your location this model is relevant to you. ‘People thought it was great - fun, thought-provoking and an excellent way to get people to work as a team.' For further info / bookings, contact Claire Poulton: Claire.Poulton@northmoortrust.co.uk 3.7 Transition Oxford will be holding a meeting on Tues 25th November, 7pm where they'll unleash plan for the next year. For further info email transitionoxford@gmail.com..more details coming soon.
4. imeasureThe winner of the autumn imeasure entry inputting 6 meter readings before the end of September ) said this: ‘Since using imeasure it's made us very aware of our energy usage and more motivated to find ways of using less. The competitive edge of having other homes to compare our usage with is particularly helpful.' Sign up today at http://www.imeasure.org.uk/
5. U3A (University of the Third Age) Climate Study reaches 800 entries onlineThe unique collection of Climate Change information prepared by U3A claims to be the most comprehensive public source in the world on all aspects of climate change from the science through the dangers to the remedies. U3A members world-wide have searched out academic and government studies, newspaper reports and technical breakthroughs to make this an up to date reference for any individual or group wanting to become better informed. It includes the responses of governments across the world and also many of the sceptical arguments. Please use the database at http://u3aclimatestudy.pbwiki.com/ and also take part by including news, views and comments from your region.
UPCOMING EVENTSIf you have a climate change event to add please either send through the details to jo at climatex.org , or add them yourself , simply click on 'submit a new event' on http://climatex.org/whats-new/ . See more Planet Earth season events here: http://www.oxfordinspires.org/Listings/upcominghighlights.html Tuesday 4th November 7.45pm, Less is a Four Letter WordThe second instalment of Paul Mobbs' work on energy and peak oil, looking at economics, growth and the environment. Friends Meeting House, Banbury For further details, and to book a place, please call Sue on 01295 701144 ** Kidlington vs Climate Changenext get together is this Tuesday (4th Nov), 8pm at the Dogwood Pub if you would like to pop along. Email kidlingtonvsclimatechange@yahoo.co.uk ** Wednesday 5 November 7.30am Blake Lapthorn Business Breakfast: Practical Energy Management for SMEs A presentation by Evolve Energy LimitedEnergy management will play a key role in reducing the emissions from businesses going forward. However, there is a perception that energy management requires significant capital expenditure with little return. Evolve Energy Limited, whose clients include Tescos, The Savoy Hotel and BNP Paribas, are here to explain why that perception is wrong and to give some practical advice on energy management planning and implementation. For more details and to register in advance, see: http://www.bllaw.co.uk/events.aspx
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