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ABOUT US
Building a Greener Future Together
Transition Buxton is a group of local people concerned about the environment working to improve our community’s resilience through practical actions and projects.
Community Resilience
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An important part of managing our collective resources responsibly is the adage: Reduce, Reuse, Refill, Repair & Repurpose, Recycle.
The Buxton Library of Things provides affordable access to over 100 useful resources and things that you don’t need to own.
Plastic pollution is evident all around us, blighting our lanes, paths and hedgerows, ending up in waterways and contributing to climate change.
Energy is fundamental to our modern way of life. But energy – specifically fossil fuels – is the main driver of climate change.
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Welcome to the March & April 2026 issue of our E-Newsletter full of news, views and information.
On Wednesday 27 May 2026 the University of Derby Buxton in partnership with Transition Buxton CIC will host a screening of the 50 minute NEB film at the Devonshire Dome at 7pm followed by a discussion panel, finishing at 8:30pm.
Have you ever visited the Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) and spotted something reusable that deserved a second life? Some Household Recycling Centres now have re-use Shops that divert high-quality..
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The Buxton screening of the People�National Emergency Briefingefing will be on Wednesday 27 May, 7-8:30pm at the Devonshire Dome campus. The discussion panel includes Prof Christopher Sansom and Dr Polina Baranova from the University of Derby. Everyone needs to hear this expert testimony in order to make informed decisions. Attendance is free but please register to help us manage the event well NEB_buxton.eventbrite.co.uk
www.nebriefing.org
Find a People's Emergency Briefing screening near you, or spot a gap that you can fill by hosting a screening.
We are gearing up for our PopUp ReUse Shop at Buxton Buxton spring fair on Monday 4th May. ![]()
This is a great opportunity to get some excellent pre-loved stuff for car boot prices. You will definitely need a big reusable bag to take your bargains home in!
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The results of The Big Plastic Count are in and the data reveals that 59% of the UK’s household plastic waste is burnt in incinerators, instead of being recycled. It also reveals that:![]()
• 82% of household plastic waste comes from food and drink products![]()
• An estimated 13 billion pieces of fruit and veg packaging are thrown away in the UK every year![]()
• Tesco and Sainsbury’s alone account for nearly half (46%) of the fruit and veg packaging counted![]()
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This is not about better waste management or blaming individuals. The reality is, recycling simply cannot keep up with the sheer volume of plastic being produced.![]()
If we make less plastic, we burn less plastic. It’s that simple.![]()
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That’s why The Big Plastic Count are asking the government to:![]()
1. Remove plastic packaging from uncut fruit and vegetables by 2030![]()
2. Stop the construction of new waste incinerators immediately![]()
3. End plastic waste being sent abroad for other countries to deal with![]()
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Find out more and take action at
thebigplasticcount.com
The UK’s biggest people-powered investigation into household plastic waste.
Brings to mind the song lyric "War, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing!" ![]()
BP profits more than double as oil prices soar in Iran war
www.theguardian.com
First-quarter profits of $3.2bn prompt outrage from campaigners, who say figures come at expense of consumers
🎼 it’s May, it’s May, the lovely month of May! 🎶
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Borrowers who have items due for return on Monday 4 May can return their things on Sat 9th 10-12, or Mon 11th May 4:30-5:45 because the Library is closed for the bank holiday on Monday 4th. There will be no additional charge for the extra time.