My Backyard Garden: Fatma Ahmed’s mission to green White City Estate in West London
This article focuses on My Backyard Garden, a community greening project that could potentially transform the green spaces of social housing estates in London and beyond. Fatma Ahmed’s vision for urban green spaces I met Fatma Ahmed a few months ago during a startup accelerator programme organised by Undaunted at Imperial College and the Startup Discovery […]
Is pedestrianising Oxford Street a good idea—and what should it look like?
Mid- September, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan made two major announcements: plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street and a goal to make London’s rivers swimmable within the next decade. Both initiatives seem like positive steps for Londoners and the environment, but they’re still in the early stages, with no guarantees. What’s it all about? Focusing on […]
Exclusive Interview with Pauline Metivier of ReLondon: Insights on the Circular Economy Week
Now in its 7th year, Circular Economy Week continues to grow in popularity. What are the key goals of Circular Economy Week 2024, and is there a specific theme or focus this year? Circular Economy Week has always been about showcasing and celebrating the circular economy, promoting fantastic initiatives, and driving progress for both businesses […]
London’s green scene: What to do in October
London is a vibrant hub for climate-related events and activities organised by charities, NGOs, academics, as well as communities and businesses. We believe it’s time to share these events more widely because there’s something for everyone—whether it’s 🎨 art, 🌳 outdoor activities, 📚 education, or 👐 volunteering. From now on, The Green Londoner will feature a monthly selection of the best green activities London […]