The changing West Antarctic Ice Sheet and its implications for East Anglia by Rob Larter, Wednesday 21st May, 6.30pm German Lutheran Church, 4 Shaftesbury Road Cambridge CB2 8BW

This free talk is hosted by Friends of the Cam.  Dr Rob Larter will explain why West Antarctic Ice Sheet change is the largest source of uncertainty in future sea-level rise predictions and how accelerating sea-level rise impacts coastal erosion and the risk of coastal flooding events around East Anglia. There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion, with refreshments available.  For…


South Cambs Sustainable Food Summit, Wednesday, 19th February, 10am – 3pm, The Hub, High Street, Great Cambourne CB23 6GW

This one day event will bring together key stakeholders within the local food sector to discuss resilience, collaboration and how a stronger, more connected local food network can be built. Open to individuals, organisations and groups with interest in local sustainable food systems.

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Food for the Planet Festival, Saturday 26th October, 11am – 4pm, Museum of Technology, The Old Pumping Station, Cheddars Lane, Cambridge, CB5 8LD

On Saturday 26th October 2024 the Museum of Technology will transform into a magical land of ‘Beanology’ bursting with bean-based cookery demos at the bean counter, bean-themed talks, and a whole host of activities exploring the power of beans to benefit people and planet. For further information go to https://cambridgesustainablefood.org/events


The Prospects Trust Snakehall Farm open day, Saturday 14th September, 11am – 3pm, Snakehall Farm, Swaffham Road, Reach CB25 0HZ

This free open day celebrates 35 years of the Prospects Trust and includes games and activities, farm tours, tractor rides and an opportunity to visit the new nature reserve.  See https://prospectstrust.org.uk/


The Big Urban Forage, Saturday, 31st August, 11am – 1.30pm, Cambridge

Cambridge Sustainable Food are on a mission to collect unwanted seasonal fruits and turn them into chutneys, jams and sauces. They hope to raise awareness of the benefits of upcycling surplus food and empower the local community with knowledge about the seasonality and availability of produce on their doorstep.