London Climate Action Week runs 20–28 June – and there’s plenty happening right here in Waterloo. Here’s the full rundown, plus a few other things worth putting in the diary before the month is out.
Wednesday 24 June – Free WEEE Collection Day, 9-5pm
Got old electronics gathering dust in the office? Sign your business up for a free collection of up to three items – laptops, keyboards, phones, printers, small kitchen appliances. No need to be a First Mile customer, and no special sacks or stickers required – just have items ready. Note: batteries, fridges, lightbulbs and toner cartridges can’t be included in this collection but can be recycled separately through First Mile at the We Are Waterloo rate.
Wednesday 24 June – Made Smarter London: Sustainable Manufacturing Showcase | The Factory Project, 10-12.30pm
Calling London-based makers and manufacturers. Is your business feeling the pressure of rising material costs or supply chain challenges? This interactive showcase, curated by Made Smarter and ReLondon, brings together innovators with digital solutions to help you track, plan and use materials more efficiently.
Wednesday 24 June – Business Crime and Security Forum | 10.30-11.30am
Our regular Waterloo Crime and Security Forum brings together retail and hospitality businesses from across the BID area alongside the Met Police, British Transport Police, outreach workers and other security partners. For venue details, email Val Beirne.
Thursday 25 June – London’s electricals and electronics footprint – report launch | Sustainable Ventures, County Hall
ReLondon and the University of Oxford share key findings on building a more resilient, circular electricals and electronics sector, followed by a panel discussion and group activities. Very relevant if you’re thinking about how your business handles tech waste.
Thursday 25 June – Inside the Infinite Shed: Heat Pumps Explained | LSBU, Elephant & Castle
Join LSBU and Sustains Us for an open invitation to explore LSBU’s Infinite Shed and see a working air source heat pump up close. Ever wondered how a heat pump actually works? Curious about switching your boiler but not sure where to start? This is the one. Book here
Thursday 25 June – Lower Marsh Lates + Pub Walking Tour
Last Thursday of the month, which means two things. The first screening of our outdoor film series on Lower Marsh Market. And our free Pub Walking Tour heads out through Waterloo’s best pubs and finishes at the Lates. Free drink on us!
22-29 June – Small Charity Week | Waterloo Community Counselling Big Give
Waterloo Community Counselling has provided affordable, accessible mental health support to people in this neighbourhood for over 30 years. During Small Charity Week, every donation to their Big Give campaign is matched £1 for £1, doubling your impact. If you or a colleague could benefit from their counselling service, they also have capacity for new referrals right now.
Donate here & Refer yourself or a colleague
Saturday 27 June – I Spy | Free
A family-friendly discovery trail through four underpasses in Waterloo, co-produced with local architectural practice Broadway Malyan. Using playful prompts, observation tasks and temporary artworks, families explore these everyday in-between spaces and reflect on what they mean to the neighbourhood. Two sessions: 11-1pm and 2.30-4.30pm. Meet at the Friends of Archbishop’s Park Gardening Club hut, Carlisle Lane, SE1 7LH. Nearest station: Lambeth North. (London Festival of Architecture)
Saturday 28 June – Climate Theatre Workshop, The Glitch
A creative workshop exploring climate through a theatre lens – activities to get you thinking and making. (London Festival of Architecture)
