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THE POWER OF COMMUNITY

Wanting to make a positive contribution to the environment doesn’t mean trying to change the world single-handedly. Knowing how to take steps to help tackle the climate crisis can feel overwhelming, but look closer to home and you may find the answers. Communities across the UK are taking matters into their own hands, with grassroots schemes dedicated to improving the area and the lives of local residents becoming an increasingly popular way to inspire change in a hands-on way.

Even the smallest neighbourhood schemes can have a transformative effect on wellbeing and the environment. Community environmental projects make a big difference on so many levels, not just improving the local

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