Learning into Action - Climate Action and Net Zero

Climate Action and Net Zero training for the voluntary sector

The Charity Digital Climate Action Hub is an initiative designed to help charities tackle climate change through smart use of digital tools and technology. The Hub contains useful guides on sustainable digital practices, essential tips for green working and webinars and podcasts on climate action.
The West Sussex County Council Waste Prevention Team offers expert support to help communities reduce waste and recycle more effectively. Their trained volunteers and advisors attend public and private events across the county, providing practical advice and answering questions about local recycling guidelines. See their events calendar for further information. To request a group talk or workshop contact Waste.Prevention@westsussex.gov.uk.
Hope for the Future is a UK charity empowering individuals, communities and organisations to have impactful conversations with elected representatives about climate and nature. Through free training events and resources, they help build the confidence and skills needed to influence policy and drive environmental action.
Sussex Green Living is a charity educating and inspiring people to live an environmentally sustainable life. They deliver engaging talks to local groups, councils, and businesses, sharing practical solutions for greener living.
This Environmental Awareness eLearning course from St John Ambulance aims to provide delegates with an understanding of the impact their workplaces have on the environment, as well as how they can reduce their impact on the environment as individuals.
Community responders and the voluntary sector play a crucial role in the resilience of the UK. The Met Office Online Community Resilience Course Prospectus 2026 is aimed at those who work or volunteer in local communities to make them more resilient to severe weather events.

Training listed on this page is from external providers. For VAAC training, please refer to Events & Training.

Upcoming Training

Wed 17 June 2026

Met Office Information, Products and Services

Online (4pm - 5.30pm)

This 1½-hour course will look at the wide variety of weather information, products and services that are available to community responders and the voluntary sector to aid them in their role. It will include a look at some of the services available during periods of severe weather but also other information that may helpful.

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Thu 2 July 2026

Chichester District Council - Carbon Literacy Training

Committee Rooms, Chichester District Council, 1 East Pallant, Chichester PO19 1TY (9.30am - 1pm)

Join us for two half days of learning and fun at the Chichester District Council! Our Carbon Literacy Training sessions will equip you with the knowledge and skills to take action against climate change and give you the opportunity to be certified as Carbon Literate. Learn from an experienced climate change professional and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about sustainability. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in your community. Sign up for both sessions now! Second session is 9th July (9.30am - 1pm).

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Tue 21 July 2026

Met Office - Climate Change and Community

Online (4pm - 5.30pm)

This 1½-hour session will set out to explain Climate Change to community responders and the voluntary sector, what the current state of the climate is within the UK and around the globe plus a look at what the future climate may hold. This will lead to an increased knowledge around the issues and potential impacts we may face in the future and where further information can be found to assist with planning and preparation.

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Thu 8 October 2026

Met Office - Winter Weather Hazards

Online (4pm - 5.30pm)

This course is designed to provide further information about some of the specific weather risks associated with winter, which is often one of the more active seasons of the year. Over the 1½ hours we will look at the risks and some of the products provided by the Met Office for community responders and the public along with selected examples of previous events.

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