Green Fortnight
Climate chat and cake with Bristol 24/7 journalist
How local journalism is key to climate action in Bristol and beyond
See all eventsKey Information:
- Date and time
- Thu 07 November 2024
13:00 - 13:50 - Location
- Meeting Room 1, Ground Floor, Students' Union Building, U Block, Frenchay Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Vicki Harris vicki.harris@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking not required
Description
Hear from Ursula Billington, Bristol24/7’s new climate and sustainability editor on what is happening across Bristol. Entertaining, accessible and locally engaged, this online and paper publication is in the perfect position to draw attention to climate action and the steps being taken to tackle social injustice.
Know about her work and details of local stories and projects, and collect your free paper copy of their magazine - the place to go for news events listings and student events!
All students are welcome – free lunchtime food, drinks and cake!
Climate chat and cake events happen monthly – information on the next one and other events go to @su_uwegreenteam.
Registration and tickets
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking not required
Location
Meeting Room 1, Ground Floor, Students' Union Building, U Block
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
UK
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