The Highlands & Islands Climate Festival belongs to the communities of the Highlands & Islands, without their incredibly hard work there would be nothing to celebrate! Having the theme of localism means the Festival connects people to place, and creates opportunity for sustainable community development. This year we’ve been encouraging communities to get involved with the Festival by hosting events that utilise their local produces & brings communities together. So how does the Festival empower communities?

Festival preparations are in full swing! Organisations are planning their events being held across Highland, Orkney & Shetland throughout September. Read on to get a round-up of local resources available across Highland, Orkney & Shetland that perhaps aren’t as well known, but very handy! Make the most of being able to hire resources instead of buying new ones, and support your local organisations. Hopefully these tips allow your events to run smoothly & sustainably.

Celebrating localism is at the heart of the Highlands & Islands Climate Festival - but why is it so important? Check out our latest blog to find out!

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