CARDIGAN is set to play host to a compelling event centred around the ever-pressing climate crisis. Cardigan Extinction Rebellion is ushering in a series of lectures, exhibitions, and interactive stalls at the iconic Small World Theatre. The day-long event, slated for Saturday, 9th September, will commence at 9.30 am and conclude at 5 pm.

Speakers from varied disciplines are scheduled to shed light on the multifaceted issues of environmental and climate change. Further, discussions will be held on potential responses at both the national and local levels to these mounting concerns.

Determined to turn the spotlight onto local grassroots organisations, the event intends to highlight their pivotal role in championing change for a brighter ecological future. These groups have showcased commitment to creating a more resilient ecosystem and building adaptive communities.

David Grace, one of the primary organisers, voiced his admiration for these grassroots movements: “Despite the lack of clear leadership from central government, many initiatives have taken flight. It’s a testament to our society’s recognition that unsustainable consumption today will be tomorrow’s bane.”

The event promises a smorgasbord of participants. Green building initiatives, energy sectors, nature conservationists, community gardening groups, and repair cafes, among others, are scheduled to mark their presence. Enthusiasts can also familiarise themselves with electric bikes between 11 am and 3 pm. Attendees can indulge in additional treats like free seeds, saplings, and indulge in creative endeavours like block printing and badge making. The gastronomically inclined can anticipate a spread of refreshments and a hot meal come lunchtime.

Jeremy Williams, the acclaimed author of Climate Change is Racist: Race, Privilege and the Struggle for Climate Justice, will delve into the uneven impacts of climate change. Jake Rayson will navigate the challenges of gardening amidst the climate crisis, while Dr Hazel Beaumont from the University of the West of England will bridge the nexus between climate science and activism. Tim Wright, formerly an educator at Ysgol Gyfn Emlyn and with nearly four decades of expertise on the Teifi Estuary, is expected to present insights linking local and global climatic shifts.

Jane Mansfield, another key organiser, encapsulated the spirit of the event: “While grassroots can’t make sweeping policy decisions, we can steer them. By fostering close-knit, sustainable community networks, we can effectuate change one step at a time.”

For those looking to embark on their climate-conscious journey, or simply expand their horizon, this gathering is poised to be an enlightening experience.

Entry is facilitated through a generous donation system. For a comprehensive overview, please visit https://xraberteifi.uk/ or contact 07787 197630.