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Sustainable Thornton Heath is just a group of residents like you, who care about our community and environment, and want to do what we can to make our town and beyond a more sustainable place to live.

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Repair Party: Save the Date – 21 Feb 2026
Repair Party

Repair Party: Save the Date – 21 Feb 2026

April 1, 2026 by sustainablethorntonheath
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Happy International Forest Day from Sustainable Thornton Heath!
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Happy International Forest Day from Sustainable Thornton Heath!

March 18, 2026 by Donna Govan
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Your local group for learning, sharing and supporting each other to live sustainably 🌱✨
Next event: Repair Party, 18th April 2026 ♻️

🌿 Let’s get together! Join CCA, @sustaintheath, @c 🌿 Let’s get together! Join CCA, @sustaintheath, @croydongreenpeace, @croydoncommunityenergy, Croydon Plant Based Councils, with some of our local councillors and officers and more at the Green Network Social!

All welcome, if you want to get involved in local environmental action, this is the place to be 🌻
Got a broken electronic device gathering dust? Do Got a broken electronic device gathering dust? 
Don’t toss it – repair it!

Join Sustainable Thornton Heath, in collaboration with The Restart Project, for our next Repair Party, where our brilliant volunteer fixers will help you give your small electric and/or electronic items a second life.

πŸ“… Date: 18.04.2026
πŸ“ Location: St Alban's Church South Norwood and Thornton Heath
πŸ•’ Time: 1pm to 4pm

πŸ”§ What to Expect:

β€’ Friendly, skilled fixers to help diagnose and possibly repair your electronics

β€’ A welcoming community atmosphere focused on reducing waste and sharing skills

⚠️ Please Note:

β€’ Only bring items you can comfortably carry (max 10kg)

β€’ We cannot accept microwaves or mobile phones

β€’ We can’t guarantee that your item will be fixed, but we’ll always try our best

It’s first come, first served, so there may be wait times depending on turnout

Let’s work together to reduce waste and make things last. We look forward to seeing you there!

♻️ Repair – Reuse – Reimagine ♻️

#RepairParty #SustainableLiving #ThorntonHeath #FixDontThrow #CommunityEvent
πŸ’‘πŸŒ Lights off, impact ON! Earth Hour is here! βœ¨πŸ•―οΈ πŸ’‘πŸŒ Lights off, impact ON! Earth Hour is here! βœ¨πŸ•―οΈ

Join us this Saturday at 8:30 PM, as millions around the globe will switch off their lights for one hour – a powerful symbol of our commitment to the planet. But Earth Hour is more than 60 minutes of darkness; it's a call to shine a light on climate action all year round!

Why Earth Hour matters:
πŸŒ™ Raises awareness about climate change & biodiversity loss
πŸŒ™ Unites communities in the world's largest grassroots movement
πŸŒ™ Sends a powerful message to leaders: we demand climate action
πŸŒ™ Reminds us that small actions create big change
πŸŒ™ Inspires year-round sustainable habits

How to make your Earth Hour count:
βœ… Switch off non-essential lights & appliances at 8:30 PM
βœ… Light candles, tell stories, stargaze with loved ones πŸ•―οΈβ­
βœ… Share your commitment on social media to inspire others
βœ… Host a candlelit dinner or outdoor gathering
βœ… Reflect on ways to reduce your carbon footprint
βœ… Pledge one eco-action you'll commit to beyond Earth Hour
βœ… Support renewable energy & climate-friendly policies

One hour. One planet. Infinite possibilities. Let's show the world what we can achieve when we act together! πŸ’š

#EarthHour #ClimateAction #LightsOff #SustainableLiving #TogetherForOurPlanet #ClimateChange #GreenFuture
πŸ’§πŸŒŠ Water is life – let's protect every drop! 🌍✨ W πŸ’§πŸŒŠ Water is life – let's protect every drop! 🌍✨

World Water Day reminds us that clean, accessible water is a human right. Yet 2 billion people still lack safe drinking water, and our precious water resources face mounting threats from pollution, waste, and climate change.

Why water matters:
πŸ’¦ Sustains all life on Earth – humans, animals & ecosystems
πŸ’¦ Powers agriculture, feeding billions worldwide
πŸ’¦ Drives economies, energy & industry
πŸ’¦ Prevents disease & ensures public health
πŸ’¦ Regulates climate through oceans, rivers & wetlands
πŸ’¦ Connects communities & cultures across generations

How to be a water hero:
βœ… Fix leaks – a dripping tap wastes 15 litres a day!
βœ… Take shorter showers & turn off taps while brushing
βœ… Collect rainwater for gardens & plants 🌱
βœ… Choose water-efficient appliances & fixtures
βœ… Reduce meat consumption – it takes 15,000L to produce 1kg beef!
βœ… Never pour chemicals, oils or medicines down drains
βœ… Support wetland restoration & river clean-up initiatives
βœ… Buy less fast fashion – textile production guzzles water

Every drop saved is a step toward water security for all. Let's cherish this precious resource and ensure everyone has access to clean water! πŸ’™πŸ’§

#WorldWaterDay #WaterIsLife #SaveWater #CleanWater #WaterForAll #SustainableWater #ProtectOurWaters
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