Resilience

Green Meadows aims to make the Meadows more resilient to the effects of climate change through sharing knowledge, building skills, and growing together. 

What do we mean by climate resilience?

Climate resilience is the community’s ability to anticipate, prepare for, and adapt to the impacts of climate change. As extreme weather events such as floods and droughts become more common, building resilience is more important than ever. 

Through resilience workshops, community initiatives, and skill-sharing, we empower community members to take proactive steps, learn practical strategies, and think of ways that we can adapt. By working together to address climate challenges, we are creating a more sustainable and resilient future for everyone in the Meadows. 

How are we building resilience? 

Workshops

  • We run free workshops, ranging from dedicated resilience sessions to DIY skills. The aim is to equip residents with skills that can help them live more sustainably and independently. 

  • Resilience workshops cover a range of topics such as: low energy cooking, keeping houses cool and make do & mend. 

Knowledge Bank

  • A free collection of books and activities to broaden people’s knowledge about climate change and make them more resilient to its effects

  • Available at the Toolshare and online

Toolshare

  • A free service for Meadows residents, providing easy access to a wide-range of hand and power tools to complete handywork at home.

  • Borrowing instead of buying reduces the need for multiple households to own the same tool, reducing carbon emissions and lowering costs. 

  • Paired with our workshops, residents have the skills and the equipment to take care of repairs and home improvements, building future sustainability.

  • We work with local schools and with community groups to increase environmental awareness, practical skills, and collective responsibility.

  • Educating young people and children on basic concepts of climate change and empowering them to take action through exciting hands-on workshops

Green Learning

Insulation Guide

  • Tailored guide for Victorian homeowners to improve energy efficiency, lower bills and improve comfort 

  • Long-term insulation strategy, protecting the future of the home 

  • DIY Workshops are offered to teach people the practical skills needed to carry out the work. You can also borrow tools for free through Toolshare