Climate change action in the community

Community Climate Working Group

Set up in 2023, the Community Climate Working Group is made up of representatives from across Medway’s communities, including: 

  • the NHS
  • Brompton Barracks
  • Medway's Eco Hubs
  • faith communities
  • social housing providers
  • businesses
  • the voluntary sector  
  • higher education.  

What the working group do

The working group supports key messages and initiatives on carbon reduction and climate resilience and directly influences and shapes the council's work on climate issues.   

Members have a passion for supporting the climate emergency, and work to share their community’s sustainable practices with the group.  

In 2024, a Medway Community Energy Project Working Group was set up by members of the main working group, supported by council teams and the Portfolio Holder for Climate Change and Strategic Regeneration. This group aims to act as an enabling body to facilitate and support local community energy initiatives.

They're focusing on solar, anaerobic digestion and knowledge sharing opportunities for retrofit and energy efficiency.

Get in touch

If you'd like to find out more about what representatives are in the group or how to get involved, email climatechange@medway.gov.uk.