Chat Climate
If you’re interested in any aspect of caring for our environment join us at Chat Climate. We meet at local pubs around the area several times a year
Front page news
SWaCS front page news
Making the EV switch
Moving to an all electric vehicle can be daunting, but there’s never been a better time to make the switch.
Shopping greener
Updated! We asked our local shops if they had any good green practices they could share and this is what they told us.
What can I put in my recycling bin?
It’s not always clear what you can put in your recycling bin and finding the information online isn’t always easy. For instance, can you leave the lids on your glass jars?
Bike Dr at the Meon Valley Repair Café
Fifteen bikes were checked for free by RideRide Cycle Workshop on the first Saturday in April at the Meon Valley Repair Cafe.
What can I do with an outgrown, unwanted or damaged cycle?
If you need to make space and are happy not to make money from an unwanted cycle there are a number of local charities will take cycles off your hands and put them to good use.
Waltham Chase litter pick
Our first ‘rubbish walk’ in February started at Waltham Chase Village Hall and ended in the same spot with a sizeable haul of rubbish.
Thermal imaging scheme wraps up for the summer
Over 20 local families carried out a survey over the winter.
Identify home heat loss to help save on bills
SWaCS is offering on loan a thermal imaging camera to Swanmore residents to help them identify where their homes are losing heat. By pinpointing troublespots a few simple steps may be all that’s needed to reduce fuel bills and cut down on greenhouse gases.