Climate Action Torfaen

Building Bridges for Community Climate Action in Torfaen

Climate Action Torfaen

We are a group of Torfaen residents with different skills and experiences brought together by our commitment to deliver positive change in the face of the climate emergency.

Our purpose is to support a journey towards a net zero and nature friendly Torfaen, bringing together citizens, businesses and Torfaen council.

We believe in local solutions to local challenges and that residents are best placed to help inform strategies to respond to the climate and nature emergency on our doorstep.

Get Involved

Whether you’re an experienced advocate or just starting to explore, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference!

We run regular events throughout Torfaen, and hold monthly meetings both in-person and online. Follow us on social media or check out our updates page to see what’s coming up.

We’re always looking to form new connections with local business and groups. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or ideas.

Everyone is welcome!

Root for Our Future

Our current project – Root for Our Future – is all about exploring food sustainability within Torfaen. Everyone is welcome to attend one of our events. They’re completely free!

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3 days ago

Is Torfaen doing its bit on clean energy?Torfaen uses a huge amount of electricity — around 364 GWh every year — to power our homes, schools, hospitals and businesses. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: around 95% of that electricity is generated somewhere else.The map shows in green where we currently renewable energy generation, and the red shows where there is potential sites for wind generation. Right now, Torfaen has no operational wind farms and just two solar farms, which together supply only 2–3% of our electricity. Even when you add all domestic rooftop solar, we’re still only generating about 5% of what we use locally.This matters because Wales as a whole is close to meeting its electricity demand with renewables. Other parts of the country are doing the heavy lifting — while Torfaen remains a net importer, quietly relying on other communities to host the infrastructure we depend on.Recent wind and solar proposals have sparked strong opposition, and concerns about landscape and heritage are valid. But rejecting all new renewable energy locally doesn’t make the problem disappear — it just pushes responsibility elsewhere.If Torfaen is serious about climate action, resilience and fairness, some level of local renewable energy is unavoidable. The real question isn’t if change happens — it’s how we do it, and whether local communities benefit.We've pulled together the data and context in a longer article below. Have a read — and let’s have an honest conversation about where our energy comes from, and what Torfaen’s role should be. 👇climateactiontorfaen.cymru/is-torfaen-doing-its-bit-on-clean-energy ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

🥕🌱 Grow your own food - Seed Growing Workshop 🌱🥕Dreaming of fresh veggies and herbs you grew yourself? It all starts with a seed.Join us for a hands-on Seed Growing Workshop focused on food plants - think vegetables and herbs. We’ll cover how to start seeds successfully so your plants get off to a strong, healthy start.🍅 Learn which food seeds to grow (and when)🌿 Soil, light, and watering made simple👩‍🌾 Beginner-friendly, no experience neededWhether you’ve got a big garden, a few raised beds, or just a sunny windowsill, this workshop will help you grow real food with confidence.👉 Spaces are limited - sign up and let’s grow dinner from scratch! ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

🌱🍎 Coming to Torfaen! 🍎🌱Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking talk with Sue Pritchard, Chief Executive of the Food, Farming and Countryside Commission, on the future of our food system.Hear big ideas, real-life stories, and fresh thinking on food, farming, and sustainability and be part of the conversation.Everyone welcome - don’t miss it!To book your FREE ticket, email hello@climateactiontorfaen.cymru ... See MoreSee Less

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