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Celebrating Our Local Eco-Heroes at the Environmental Champions Awards

I have some completely unexpected news to share, and honestly, it has left me feeling incredibly inspired about our local community. Recently, I attended the Environmental Champions Awards hosted by the Three Rivers District Council (TRDC), and I am absolutely thrilled to share that I came home with a Highly Commended award! To say I was surprised is an understatement. When you are focused on doing your bit for the planet, you don’t really think about accolades – so to be recognised in this way by our local council means the world to me.

But if I’m being completely honest, the highlight of the evening wasn’t the certificate itself. The real win is the fact that Three Rivers District Council has chosen to create, fund and host this awards competition in the first place.

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June 10, 2026
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Love Food, Reduce Footprint: Diving into the Transition Streets Food Module

If you consider that around 25% of global carbon emissions come from food and agriculture it’s an area where we can have considerable impact on our planet… and on our own health too. But there are so many factors to consider when you start a conversation about the food we buy, from our dietary needs, cooking skills and the time we have, through to cost, environmental impact and animal welfare.

We delved deep into the sometimes daunting world of food at our latest Transitions Street meeting and got stuck into some vital conversations about how we nourish ourselves and our planet.

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May 12, 2025
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