Our sixth mini seminar was on a similar theme to our previous one, “Diet in the Anthropocene” a second talk by Dr Terry Newholm. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWJli2hF214&t=2s
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My Beef with Beef
Our fifth mini seminar was ‘My Beef with Beef‘ presented by Carol Huff who is a local singer, pianist and calligrapher with a particular interest in living a meat-free life. She describes this talk as ‘Travels to sustainability..
Biodiversity in Buxton
Our fourth mini-seminar was ‘Biodiversity in Buxton’ presented by Rachel Purchase from the Buxton Civic Association Biodiversity Group. https://buxtoncivicassociation.org.uk/ With its enviable location in the centre of the Peak District, large green areas, extensive woodlands, surrounding moorlands and proximity to..
From Consumer Culture to Sustainability
Our third mini-seminar was ‘From Consumer Culture to Sustainability’ presented by Dr Terry Newholm. Dr Newholm was co-author of The Ethical Consumer in 2005 and is currently Hon. Reader in Consumption Ethics at University of Manchester. He illustrated the complex..
People Powered Retrofit
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What We Need To Do Now
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Vegan Recipes and Films
Online Demos to veg out on The Happy Pear Bosh! Dirty Vegan Wil Yueng Veganlovelie Pick Up Limes Avant-Garde Vegan The Veggie Queen (& The Instant Pot) Apps like Happy Cow to find vegan eateries throughout the world..
Electric Car Charging
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Local Walks
Buxton is a charming and historic town surrounded by beautiful countryside with plenty to offer visitors, from its stunning architecture and thermal springs to outdoor activities and cultural events. Buxton Town Team have produced a leaflet detailing a..