News & Opportunities
Read the latest news from Green Elmbridge and our network, discover local environmental initiatives and find opportunities to get involved in your community.
Green Elmbridge Newsletter - October 2026
Catch up with the latest news from Green Elmbridge and our network, including local environmental initiatives, upcoming activities and opportunities to get involved.
East Surrey Climate Emergency Motion Rejected – What Happens Next?
East Surrey Shadow Authority has rejected a Green Party motion to declare a Climate Emergency. But the council's leadership says it wants a broader, more ambitious environmental strategy. Could this setback lead to stronger cross-party action? With the new council taking office in April 2027, the coming months are crucial for securing meaningful commitments on climate change and biodiversity.
Nature Loss and National Security Debated in Parliament
MPs have debated the growing threat that biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse pose to national security, following a public petition and growing community pressure. The debate highlighted the impact of local People’s Emergency Briefing screenings, while raising questions about the Government's decision to withhold parts of its Nature Security Assessment.
Green Elmbridge Newsletter - September 2026
Catch up with the latest news from Green Elmbridge and our network, including local environmental initiatives, upcoming activities and opportunities to get involved.
People’s Emergency Briefing - Thames Ditton Foundation, August 2026
Thames Ditton Foundation hosted a screening of the People's Emergency Briefing, bringing local residents together to learn about the climate and nature emergencies and explore how communities can respond.
Green Elmbridge Newsletter - August 2026
Catch up with the latest news from Green Elmbridge and our network, including local environmental initiatives, upcoming activities and opportunities to get involved.
Green Elmbridge Newsletter - July 2026
Catch up with the latest news from Green Elmbridge and our network, including local environmental initiatives, upcoming activities and opportunities to get involved.
Green Elmbridge AGM 2026
Green Elmbridge held its 2026 Annual General Meeting on 11 June at Elmbridge Community Ecohub. Read about the meeting and the organisation's activities as it continues connecting environmental and community groups across Elmbridge.
People’s Emergency Briefing screening at the Riverhouse Barn - 20th May 2026
Green Elmbridge hosted a screening of the People's Emergency Briefing, bringing local residents together to learn about the climate and nature emergencies and explore how communities can respond.
Elmbridge Climate Change Citizens' Panel
Elmbridge Borough Council's Climate Change Citizens' Panel provided an opportunity for residents to contribute their views on local climate action. Find out more about the initiative and its role in shaping the borough's environmental priorities.
School Streets initiative on St Mary’s Road
A School Streets initiative on St Mary's Road aims to make journeys to school safer and healthier by reducing traffic around school entrances. Discover how the approach can encourage walking and cycling while improving air quality for children and families.
Walton Charity launch ‘Space to Grow’ at the Tree Canopy, Walton-on-Thames
Rob paying close attention to Pam cutting the fabulous cake at the opening of ‘Space to Grow’.
Elmbridge's sustainable future: your views matter!
A climate change survey is now open until Sunday 2 March to gather your views on our climate change priorities for the borough. Your feedback is crucial as it will feed into our Climate Change Citizens’ Panel process which will soon begin.