On this page we share news, events and groups around climate change and sustainable living. If you are a group in Hart and have news, or an event you'd like us to share on this page, please let us know:
Email: climatechange@hart.gov.uk
News
Boiler Upgrade Scheme expanded
The Government has expanded the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to include air-to-air heat pumps and heat batteries.
Currently the scheme offers grants of £7,500 off the cost of installing an air source or ground source heat pump. Now, the scheme offers a £2,500 discount off the cost of installing an air-to-air heat pump providing heat in winter and keeping you cool in summer.
The grants are available to all households and form part of the Government’s £13.2 billion Warm Homes Plan. Households will also be able to claim £2,500 off the price of heat batteries, which can store heat overnight for use during the day. Find out more on the Government website.
Hart Matters December newsletter
Hart Voluntary Action produce a monthly newsletter called Hart Matters. You can view the latest issue and sign-up here.
Events in and around Hart
Do you have an event that supports looking after our environment and would like to promote it here? Email us: climatechange@hart.gov.uk
Groups in Hart
Hart Voluntary Action
Hart Voluntary Action (HVA) is a registered charity operating across North Hampshire delivering a range of services to both individual residents and local voluntary organisations, enabling the community to connect, grow and thrive. You can find out more about HVA on their website.
Hart Eco Hub
The eco hub is a place where residents can find out more about climate change and sustainability. The Hub will promote any climate change related volunteering opportunities, as well as being a place to get one-to-one guidance on how to make your home more energy efficient or environmentally sustainable. The Hub is open on Tuesdays from 09:30am - 12:00pm. Find out more about the Hart Eco Hub.
Odiham Book Exchange
The Odiham Book Exchange offers a wide selection of good quality books, which includes; romance, crime, thrillers, some classics and biographies. They also offer books for children and young adults, talking books and large prints. They are based at the Bridewell, in the Bury in Odiham and are open from 14:00 - 16:30 on Monday and Thursdays and 10:00 - 12:30 on Saturdays. For more information check the Odiham Book Exchange website.
The Yateley Society
The Yateley Society is a local charity focused on the area of Yateley, Frogmore and Darby Green. They hold monthly talks on a variety of topics with the aim of helping to inform local residents. The society also plans walks, visits and social events. To join the society complete the link on its webpage.
Prickle Lodge Hedgehog Rescue
Prickle Lodge are a Hedgehog rescue in Hook, Hampshire, UK, where the team are dedicated to treating and rehabilitating sick, injured and orphaned wild hedgehogs. If you'd like to learn more or volunteer at Prickle Lodge visit their website.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Amphibian and Reptile Group (HIWARG)
HIWARG focuses on conservation of native UK species. They survey reptiles at more than 200 sites and amphibians at about 60 sites. Together, members complete over 10,000 records a year. All are passed on to land managers to help them manage their sites in a sensitive manner. It’s involved in habitat management tasks, such as scrub clearance, pond creation, controlling invasive pond plants and much more. Public engagement and education are also important activities. To find out more about HIWARG visit their website. You can also follow them on Facebook.
People, Planet, Pint
Why not meet up with others who are as passionate about climate change and the environment as you, over a cold or hot drink? Perhaps you'd like to set up your own group in your local area? Take a look at the People, Planet, Pint website for more information.
Hart Community Garden
Fancy trying your hand at gardening with a friendly, supportive group? Check out Hart’s Community Garden at Edenbrook Country Park in Fleet. It’s a joint effort by Hart Voluntary Action, Hart District Council and Hart Allotment Association.
Yateley Community Climate Forum
The forum meets quarterly at the Tythings in Yateley. At the meetings they discuss any climate change news from Yateley Town Council and also have local community groups who often come along and present. The meetings are open to all. Find out more about the forum.
Repair Cafés
Across the district, volunteers at Repair Cafés breathe life back into many broken items. From toasters and clocks, to fixing a zip on a skirt, there are so many things the volunteers can do. In most cases there is no cost; unless extra parts are required - like that zip! Some Café's may require you to book, so do make sure you check their website before you leave home. Find a Repair Café near you.
Fleet Repair Café
The first Saturday of the month at the Harlington Centre in Fleet. For more information visit the Fleet Repair Café website.
Farnham Repair Café
Just over the border in Surrey you'll find the Farnham Repair Café. For more information visit the Farnham Repair Café website.
North Hampshire Repair Café
The North Hampshire Repair Café holds sessions around the district. To find out when they could be near you visit the North Hampshire Repair Café website.
The Repair Café Yateley - Coming soon!
Exciting news; Yateley will be getting its own Repair Café. We will update this page once we know further details.