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ECO Action Celebrates Three Years — And Launches a New Chapter

More than 70 residents, volunteers, partners, councillors, and supporters came together to celebrate ECO Action’s 3rd Anniversary in a positive and inspiring event marking both the organisation’s achievements so far and the launch of its next chapter.

The celebration combined music, conversation, and presentations with opportunities for guests to connect with local groups, initiatives, and volunteers helping to build a greener, healthier future across Windsor & Maidenhead.

The event also introduced ECO Action’s new strategy, which sees the organisation move beyond a single physical Hub and instead focus on reaching more people through communities, libraries, local events, partnerships, and neighbourhood initiatives such as Love Our Street.

Guests heard from local MP Josh Reynolds, who spoke about the growing importance of local action in tackling climate and environmental challenges. He highlighted his support for the cross-party National Emergency Briefing call, urging Government to provide the public with clear, science-led information on climate and nature risks.

Josh also spoke about his ongoing work challenging sewage pollution in local rivers and emphasised the importance of community pressure in driving change. As he told attendees: “Pressure works. Show up, make the case, refuse to go away, and things do shift.”

Although unable to attend in person, broadcaster and environmental campaigner Peter Gibbs sent a supportive message praising the role the ECO Action Hub has played in helping residents access trusted advice, practical support, and local expertise.

Peter said: “To do ‘the right thing’, people need reliable advice… which is why something like the ECO Action Hub is so important.” He also highlighted the importance of supporting nature locally, including making gardens more wildlife-friendly across the borough.

Three years on from its launch, the message from the event was clear: ECO Action’s next phase is not about slowing down — it is about growing outward into the community and inspiring even more people to take practical local action.

AI, Sustainability & Community Values

A Two-Page Thought Leadership Perspective from ECO Action

Technology, Responsibility & Opportunity

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly becoming embedded into modern society. From communications and web design to research, administration and creative work, AI tools are increasingly shaping how organisations operate.

For values-led organisations like ECO Action, this raises important questions around ethics, sustainability, authenticity and responsibility.

That’s a conversation worth having. We’ve thought about these issues and have agreed an approach … you can read more about what we’ve decided here.

Eco Question Time & Peoples Emergency Briefing Film

Norden Farm Saturday 18th APRIL 10:30 to 12:30

What to expect

Based on the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster, as covered by ITV, C4, & the Times. Followed by a short open discussion about what we can do and what it means locally.

  • A powerful 45-minute “level-setting” film featuring Chris Packham, Mike Berners-Lee, Deborah Meaden, surprise guests, and a wide range of other Brits.
  • Clear, evidence-based insights from leading UK experts with a shared understanding of the challenges — and the solutions

Join the conversation

Come along, watch the film, and be part of a constructive, solutions-focused discussion about what we can do next — as individuals and as a community.

After the screening, there will be a live Q&A discussion with Joshua Reynolds MP and Cllr Karen Davies. This is your chance to ask questions and join the discussion.

When and Where?

  • Saturday 18 April from 10:30 – 12:30.
  • Film runs for approximately 45 minutes
  • Followed by an open Q&A discussion.

What next?

* £4.70 donation to ECO Action and 30p cover charge to Norden Farm

Last Thought

The film is only being shown at in-person screenings, not online. Bring a friend or neighbour. Please book your seat asap. Click the QR Code for more information on the film and the Briefing.

Eco Matters – the “First 50” book

We’ve been running since 2022 to help raise local people’s awareness and improve their wellbeing on climate change. As you may know, we’ve published the Eco Matters column every fortnight in the Maidenhead Advertiser. At the end of last year we ran our fiftieth column.

So we have compiled the first fifty into a small book. 

Each Eco Matters column is written by a different person. We’ve covered a wide range of eco topics from heat pumps and electric cars through to bees and Christmas gifts, offering practical advice, information and tips.

Our aim in publishing the book is to make sure that all this great insight and advice reaches as wide an audience as possible beyond the circulation of the newspaper itself. We decided to physically print it (on recyclable paper of course) to ensure it has a more lasting life and makes more impact than a digital-only document.

If you would like one of the remaining FREE copies of the book (otherwise with a cover price of £8.99). If so, just fill in your details on this link and we will send you one of the free copies – assuming they haven’t run out yet.
And if you’d like to help us cover our ECO Matters and ECO Action costs please check out this link too! All contributions very much appreciated.

Lastly, thank you to our co-sponsors; Maidenhead Advertiser, SaveEnergy, and The Louis Baylis Trust. Keep looking in the Maidenhead Advertiser for even more ECO Matters articles: we publish one every 2 weeks, so here’s to the next 50! 
 
Andrew Ingram

Festive Clothes Swap

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Got a wardrobe full of clothes and nothing to wear? Join us to refresh your wardrobe at a fraction of the price!

We’re hosting another of Saf’s Clothes Swap in the Hub on 29th November. It’s a special “Festive Clothes Swap” … Christmas Jumpers, Party Wear, or just new jeans … all details and booking information here:

Festive Clothes Swap! Tickets, Sat, Nov 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite

Eco Question Time with Josh Reynolds MP & Cllr Karen Davies

ASK YOUR CLIMATE QUESTIONS & meet Joshua Reynolds MP & CLLR Karen Davies Saturday 25th October
What’s Happening: They will both be in our Hub answering your questions on all eco topics starting with the Climate & Nature Bill.

Join our conversation from 11:00 – 12:30!

Why? Ask your questions about local or national eco issues. Discuss with your local MP Joshua Reynolds or Cllr Karen Davies on Eco-Action topics, on the Climate Action Bill – And help get their support in #COPtober!

How? To let us know you’re coming AND ask Josh a question: please email us here

When: Join our conversation from 11:00 – 12:30 on Saturday 25th October.

Where: ECO Action Hub WAM Nicholson Centre Maidenhead

ECO Cafe; Free Tea, coffee, bubbles and other refreshments available from ECO Action Cafe. Keep an eye out for more great events at the ECO Action Hub!

#COP30 #COPtober

CLOTHES-SWAP BIRTHDAY BASH: SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27th

Why a Clothes Swap? Got a wardrobe full of clothes and nothing to wear? We hear you. Join Saf’s Swap Shop for our iconic clothes swap and 1st birthday celebrations!

How it Works: Bring up to 10 items of clothing, accessories and shoes to swap on the Drop-Off Days or before the actual event.

What Works? Saf’s Swap Shop accepts all shapes, styles and sizes provided they are freshly cleaned and in good condition.

Get Tickets: Tickets to Saf’s Swap Shop are £8 (plus booking fee £1.38) per person with 20% each sale donated to ECO Action Hub.

What to do Next? Read here for ALL details and to purchase tickets via Eventbrite: Click Here

UK Climate & Nature Bill

Learn more about the UK Climate & Nature Bill

Here is a full briefing for you, why it’s important to all of us today, and ways you can get involved …

The UK’s Climate & Nature Bill will help tackle climate & ecological emergencies via an integrated & cross-party approach: It’s significant because it requires the Secretary of State to implement a strategy to achieve targets. It would establish a climate and nature assembly to advise in strategy creation.

The bill was introduced by Roz Savage (Lib Dem) 16 October 2024 & adjourned until 11 July 2025: t’s unlikely to be debated again. Following adjournment, Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Miliband issued a promise to work to the “spirit and substance” of the bill—”including for legislation” – to “make a meaningful difference” for climate and nature.

Where are we at?

  • Statement: Earlier this week Ed Miliband gave a very informative and balanced statement in Parliament: Watch it HERE and form your own view. Watch Roz Savage’s response HERE.
  • Action group Zero Hour are actively campaigning to support the Climate & Nature Bill: on 15th July with a webinar to share what they’re achieved & ask for your support. Watch HERE or download slides HERE.
  • What are we doing? We’re lobbying our MP Joshua Reynolds to promote and support Ed Miliband and Roz Savage in furthering the goals laid out in Ed Miliband’s statement to the House.
  • What can you do?:

Last but not least: Continue to support and get involved with ECO Action WAM, with our calls to action, action plans, events, and help us by donating here … we’re all pulling towards the same goals.

Less Carbon, More Nature, Better Wellbeing!

CLOTHES-SWAP: SAT JULY 26th

Why a Clothes Swap? Got a wardrobe full of clothes and nothing to wear? We hear you.

1 in 3 women feel their clothes are outdated after less than three wears. We think that’s a waste. Clothes swaps are the perfect chance to refresh your wardrobe at a fraction of the price while doing something good for the planet. Join us in making a difference by choosing to swap, not shop.

How it works: Bring up to 10 items of clothing, accessories and shoes to swap. Everything must be freshly cleaned and in good condition. While we accept items in all shapes, styles and sizes, we don’t accept kid’s clothes.
The Token System: We operate using a tiered token system: bronze, silver and gold. We categorise items based on the type, brand, RRP and condition. You will be given relevant tokens in return for your items when you drop them off which you can use to exchange for items on the day.
We ask that clothes be dropped off in advance to keep things running smoothly on the day. Drop-off slots are listed below. 👇🏼

All the information you need is on the EventBrite Ticket page including how to buy your ticket, what to bring (and what not to bring!) and when it’s happening!

Once you’ve bought your ticket, pop into the Eco Action Hub at any of the above dates and times to drop off your items. Remember to bring up to 10 items only that are freshly washed and in good condition. We’ll categorise your items and exchange them for the relevant tokens.

Drop off Dates & Times

  • Saturday 26th July between 11am -12pm (1 hour before the event)

Clothes Swap Date & Time:

  • Saturday 26th July between 1pm – 3pm
  • Go home with a new wardrobe of clothes … !