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Explore expert resources, toolkits, and practical advice to support your climate action

Welcome to NESCAN Hub’s Climate Action Resources and Toolkits. Whether you’re starting a community climate change group, already running a project, or looking to reduce your carbon footprint, we’ve got you covered. Explore a wealth of resources, toolkits, and practical advice created by us and experts from across Scotland and the UK to support you at every step of your climate action journey.

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Transforming Ruthrieston Community Centre into a Vibrant Community Hub

Buildings & Energy, Circular Economy, Funding

Ruthrieston Community Centre in Holburn Street transformed its 150-year-old building into a modern space for everyone. By partnering with NESCAN Hub, the centre bridged the gap between local neighbourhoods and upgrading its historic facilities. This case study shows how RCC is tackling climate change and social isolation to become a truly inclusive community hub.

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NESCAN Hub’s Annual Impact Report 2024/25

Active Travel, Activism & Justice, Buildings & Energy, Circular Economy, Climate Know-How, Climate Literacy, Education & Awareness, Funding, Land & Nature, Organisational Development, Transport

The 2024/25 Annual Impact Report tells the story of a year defined by action, collaboration, and measurable results. Inside, you’ll find key outcomes, insights, and evidence of how the communities of North East Scotland, alongside our work are creating lasting impact.

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Zero Waste Recycling

Circular Economy

Hear from the community organisation around Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire talk about how they engage in zero waste recycling.

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Reduce Reuse Recycle Initiative

Circular Economy

Watch how the Reduce Reuse Recycle Initiative at the Udny Community Trust takes place with initiatives such as swap shops, upcycling workshops, repair cafes takes place.

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Douneside House Charity Garden Light Trail and Christmas Tree Festival: An Opportunity to Talk about Climate and Environmental Issues

Circular Economy

Christmas season is a time when friends, families, and communities come together to celebrate, share, and create cherished memories. It’s the perfect opportunity to embrace our interests and traditions, especially around climate conversations. In Cromar, the Douneside House Charity Garden Light Trail and Christmas Tree Festival brought that holiday magic to life—spreading warmth, joy, and the true spirit of Christmas. It doesn’t get more Christmassy than that!

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A Guide to Community Circular Economy Initiatives

Circular Economy

What are the ways individuals and community groups can take practical steps in reducing waste, reusing items, and supporting sustainable reuse, repair, and recycling models?

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Upcycle Fashion Workshop at Udny Climate Action and Threads and Yarns

Circular Economy

Imagine a room bustling with excited kids during their summer break, all ears as they learn about a big problem - fast fashion hurting our planet. Now, picture racks of pre-loved clothes, accessories, shoes, jewellery, and several rag bags of material, the scene is set for their first ever Upcycle Fashion Workshop.

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North East Scotland Communities: Our Green Journey Film

Active Travel, Activism & Justice, Buildings & Energy, Circular Economy, Education & Awareness, Land & Nature, Organisational Development

We were proud to partner with Station House Media Unit (SHMU) to create and present our film exploring and highlighting the amazing climate action projects happening throughout the North East, as we all work towards mitigating climate change in our communities.

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