04.09.2019

A step by step guide to the Met Office UKCP18 User Interface

Earlier this year we invited the environmental practitioners in our network to join us at the Met Office HQ in Exeter for in depth insight into the 2018 UK Climate Projections (UKCP18) from the people who created them. Practitioners were given the opportunity to look at the latest climate projections produced by the Met Office, delve into the data for themselves, and start to think about how to develop an adaptation strategy armed with some of this knowledge. The event included practical guidance on how to access and use the wealth of UK Climate Projections data now available. We have used this guidance to create a simple ‘step by step’ guide to the Met Office UKCP18 User Interface for our members.

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10.08.2019

How to Develop a Sustainability Strategy- A Guide for Charities

Our Developing Policies and Strategies for Sustainability event took place this 18th July at National Trust HQ in Swindon. The event was for those wondering if their charity or organisation needs a sustainability policy or strategy, what to include, and how to put it together. Representatives from English Heritage and Sustainability West Midlands shared their expertise with peers from The Royal Yachting Association, Cats Protection, RNLI, Youth Hostel Association and more. We bring you a roundup of some of the key principles for a good sustainability strategy. For full transcripts and presentations, including a case study on how English Heritage developed their new Sustainable Conservation Strategy, head to the resources section of our members area.

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08.08.2019

IPCC Report on Climate Change and Land- What Our Members Are Saying

A new report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), released today, focuses on climate change and land, honing in on issues including desertification, land degradation, sustainable land management and food security.The report reveals that agriculture, forestry and other types of land use account for 23% of human greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time natural land processes absorb carbon dioxide equivalent to almost a third of carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels and industry. Hans-Otto Pörtner, Co-Chair of IPCC Working Group II said, "Land already in use could feed the world in a changing climate and provide biomass for renewable energy, but early, far-reaching action across several areas is required. Also, for the conservation and restoration of ecosystems and biodiversity.” We take a look at what some of our members are saying about the new report, from the importance of restoring natural habitats such as ancient woodlands to the action needed to support global food systems.

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01.08.2019

Peer Power! Fit for the Future in Action at English Heritage’s Wrest Park

Peer reviews are a great example of Fit for the Future in action. Instead of going to a costly consultant, members can benefit from the expertise and guidance of fellow network members. For our latest peer review, Mike from English Heritage, welcomed Stuart from The Rothschild Foundation and Tony from Historic Royal Palaces to Wrest Park in Bedfordshire. He was seeking opinions and guidance on effective energy saving measures in historic settings, and replacing old oil boilers with more efficient and sustainable systems.  

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31.07.2019

Accessing Fit for the Future Resources- A Step by Step Guide

Fit for the Future members have exclusive access to an online bank of resources that includes case studies, presentations, templates, reports, tools and more. Maybe you're looking for a guide to making the business case for sustainability and an accompanying template, or the presentations and notes from our climate change adaptation events. Follow this step by step guide to browse and download resources to support your work. You can also upload a resource to share with fellow members.

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24.07.2019

Butterflies and Botanicals - Fit for the Future Welcomes New Members

We are delighted with the growth of our network over recent months as more organisations from the third-sector and beyond seek to become climate-friendly, adaptive and resilient. Following six new members in June, we welcome another two this week, and are delighted to report the return of Oxfam to our network. These diverse organisations bring committed people and practical experience, and we look forward to helping them achieve their sustainability aims.

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02.07.2019

Toolkit Helps Local Authorities Radically Cut Emissions Whilst Improving Quality of Life

Much of the discussion around tackling climate change is still about giving things up, but Ashden's new Climate Action Co-Benefits Toolkit takes a different view by focusing on what can be gained from climate action. Local benefits include improved health, clean air, better travel options, green spaces, and warm and cheap-to-heat homes. 

Sustainable transport, Health and Well being standards, Climate-change adaptation measures, Behaviour change programme
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26.06.2019

Fit for the Future Proud Judges of Greenest Charity Retailer Award

Fit for the Future were thrilled to judge entries for a new category- Greenest Charity Retailer- at the 2019 Charity Retail Awards this week. Congratulations to British Heart Foundation who scooped the award, and to shortlisted charities Wandsworth Oasis and St Oswald’s Hospice. The new award highlights the increasing recognition of the importance of environmental sustainability in the third-sector, an issue explored by some of our members in the May issue of Charity Finance Magazine.

Water and Waste, Waste Management solutions, Waste minimisation, Sustainable procurement
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13.06.2019

Fit for the Future to Support Heritage Fund Projects

We are thrilled to be included in Heritage Fund plans to ensure that the projects they fund adopt environmentally responsible measures. Fit for the Future look forward to welcoming these projects to the network and linking them up with the people, advice and resources that will help them to become climate-friendly, adaptive and resilient. 

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05.06.2019

Castles, Churches, Trains, Boats and Seafarers: Fit for the Future welcomes new members

We are delighted to welcome six diverse new organisations to our membership this spring: The Landmark Trust, Historic Churches Scotland, Virgin Trains' Green Champions, Royal Yachting Association, Mission to Seafarers and Bradford Trident.

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