This summer MHSG is campaigning to persuade local people and businesses to cut use of single-use plastics. The Blue Planet 2 series and contributing scientist Dr Steve Simpson's talk to MHSG last autumn made clear the horrific impact of plastics on marine life - action is needed fast. Our volunteers are surveying Muswell Hill cafes and restaurants to ask them to stop … [Read more...]
Local elections May 2018
Local elections take place in Haringey on 3rd May 2018. On April 19th, MHSG is getting together with other environmental groups in Haringey for a hustings meeting to question candidates from all parties about their environmental policies. All are welcome to attend. Our asks for local environmental policy are as follows: 1. Commit to continuing support for 40:20 and … [Read more...]
Greenpeace’s John Sauven inspires
On 11th December we were fortunate to be joined at our xmas party by John Sauven, Executive Director of Greenpeace who happens to live locally. John gave a wide-ranging talk about the impact of Greenpeace's work over the last twenty years. He highlighted in particular campaigns where Greenpeace has shone a light on the supply chains of companies like MacDonalds, who were … [Read more...]
London and the environment: Nicky Gavron AM talks to MHSG
On 11th January 2017, Muswell Hill Sustainability Group welcomed Nicky Gavron, AM who has been an assembly member since 2000, has served as deputy mayor twice and has been influential in climate change policy for London. Strategic Planning for London Nicky started off by talking about the strategic planning currently underway by Sadiq Khan. The biggest challenge faced … [Read more...]
Our new thermal imaging project
We've just started a pilot thermal imaging project for homes on Springcroft Avenue, off Fortis Green. Thermal images are great for showing up where heat is leaking out, pinpointing where action needs to be taken to boost draughtproofing and insulation. We're hoping to take thermal image photos of most of the homes in the street, allowing residents to compare their homes with … [Read more...]
Midsummer Muswell – 25th June
Despite torrential showers, we spoke to lots of people at our stall at Midsummer Muswell, who completed our green lifestyle prize quiz and found out about MHSG and all we do. Midsummer Muswell, brainchild of MHSG supporter Deanna Bogdanovich has been running for two years and is a great opportunity to celebrate our community, musical and artistic talent and … [Read more...]