Climate change and environment news

Fright night done right: safe, fun, and waste-free

With ghouls, ghosts, and good times on the horizon for Halloween, we are reminding residents to stay safe, respect their neighbours, and make this Halloween a little greener. 

Council news | 30 Oct 25

Draw Off litter pick and heritage walks

Habitats & Heritage invites the local community to join a fun and educational foreshore litter pick along the Thames on Saturday 8 November.

Community news | Habitats & Heritage | 30 Oct 25

Burning wood comes at a cost to your health and your wallet

This winter, residents with real coal fires or wood burning appliances are encouraged to use alternative heating methods and avoid burning wood to help reduce dangerous air pollution across the borough.

Council news | 29 Oct 25

Join the Big Autumn Prune at Ham Pond

Love Ham Pond? Join the Big Pond Prune on Saturday 1 November!

Community news | Ham and Petersham Association & Amenities Group | 23 Oct 25

Got a favourite park? Help us make it even better

Whether you're a nature lover, a playground explorer, a fitness fan, or just someone who enjoys a good picnic, your input helps us improve spaces for everyone.

Council news | 20 Oct 25

Repair, reuse and reimagine

Whether you're a charity shop treasure-seeker, a magician with needle and thread, or love tinkering in the shed, you’re already part of our circular economy. Circular Economy Week (20 to 26 October 2025) is a nationwide celebration of lending, borrowing, repairing and sharing – and keeping valuable stuff out of the waste incinerators.

Council news | 20 Oct 25

Clear out your 'drawer of doom' this International E-Waste Day

Let’s be honest – most people in Richmond have a ‘drawer of doom’: old chargers, tangled cables and broken gadgets gathering dust. This International E-Waste Day is the perfect time to act. Together we can repair, reuse or recycle those forgotten electricals – cutting waste and keeping Richmond green.

Council news | 14 Oct 25

Keeping homes warm and reducing costs

As the temperature drops, we are helping residents stay warm this winter and reduce energy costs with free Warm Home Packs.

Council news | 09 Oct 25

Explore Richmond’s trees through collective art and shared dialogue

On Thursday 23 and Friday 24 October, join us for a collective art display and an inspiring conversation exploring creativity, collaboration, and environmental awareness.

Council news | 08 Oct 25

Celebrating the reading spirit of our young readers

The Summer Reading Challenge may be over, but the story continues. Find out about our young readers' success over the summer, and what’s coming this autumn.

Council news | 07 Oct 25

Time for a clean-up at Sheen Common

Following the success of last month’s litter pick at Palewell Common, Clean Sheen has announced its next community clean-up event at Sheen Common in East Sheen, on Sunday 12 October.

Community news | Friends of Sheen Common and Habitats & Heritage | 07 Oct 25

Twickenham Green welcomes families to discover the joy of cargo bikes

On Friday 26 September, Twickenham Green hosted the borough’s first Cargo and Cakes session, bringing together families, cycling enthusiasts and curious newcomers to explore the benefits of cargo bikes.

Council news | 02 Oct 25

New rain garden boosts flood resilience in Barnes

An innovative scheme to reduce flood risk and adapt to the impacts of climate change has been developed through the Community BlueScapes partnership.

Council news | 01 Oct 25

Richmond Biodiversity Partnership strengthens nature resilience with bold measures

To mark the launch of the updated Biodiversity Action Plan, Richmond Biodiversity Partnership hosted local partners and experts at Hampton Court Palace on 29 September.

Council news | 01 Oct 25

Celebrate nature and community at Richmond Sustainability Forum

Join us at Orleans House Gallery on Tuesday 14 October for our next Richmond Sustainability Forum. Hear inspiring updates on local nature initiatives and share your ideas for creating a more sustainable future for the borough.

Council news | 23 Sept 25

Autumn litter-pick of Sheen's Palewell Common

Join Habitats and Heritage from 9.30 to 11.30am on Sunday 21 September to give this much-loved green space a fresh clean after summer.

Community news | Habitats and Heritage | 12 Sept 25

Local charity celebrating community garden renovation funded by National Lottery

Habitats & Heritage are celebrating after being awarded £2000 in National Lottery funding to host community-led activities this September, through the Mayor’s Community Weekend.

Community news | Habitats & Heritage | 03 Sept 25

Support street trees in Kew and beyond

On Thursday 21 August, residents are invited to hear from Friends of Street Trees and our Trees team about helping to water the young trees near your home - a small act that makes a big difference.

Community news | Friends of Street Trees | 14 Aug 25

Share your thoughts on reintroducing white storks

Citizen Zoo and the University of Brighton invite residents to take part in a short survey about white storks in London.

Community news | Citizen Zoo | 08 Aug 25

Innovative borough-wide scheme launched to help EV home charging

An innovative borough-wide scheme to help residents charge electric vehicles (EVs) more easily and safely at home has been launched today by Richmond Council.

Council news | 31 Jul 25