Council House to host practical climate and nature sessions for residents
Chichester City Council is bringing local organisations, experts and community groups together for a full day of discussion and advice on how residents can take practical steps to reduce their environmental impact.
The event, titled Chichester in Action: One City, Greener Choices, will take place at the Council House on North Street on Saturday 3 October, running from 10am to 3pm. It is intended for people at all stages of their environmental journey — from those already taking action to people who simply want to know where to start.
- Ticketed talks will cover sustainable eating, biodiversity, home retrofit, city centre regeneration and community energy.
- The Council Chamber will show two screenings of the National Emergency Briefing, followed by discussion sessions.
- A marketplace in the Assembly Room will give visitors the chance to speak to retrofit advisers, eco-focused organisations and local community groups.
- Southern Water will be present to share information about its plans for the treatment works at Lavant.
A dedicated informal space described by organisers as a sitting room will provide an opportunity for residents to share experiences and talk through the practical challenges of reducing household carbon footprints.
“Whether you are already making changes to reduce your environmental impact or are simply wondering where to start, the event will provide an opportunity to discover the steps individuals and communities can take towards a more sustainable future.”
Places for marketplace displays are open to anyone who wishes to attend, while spaces for the ticketed talks and the National Emergency Briefing screenings must be reserved in advance via Eventbrite. The council has signposted full event details on its website.
Local context and implications for residents
For Chichester households thinking about retrofit and energy, the event creates a rare chance to speak face-to-face with advisers and community groups that can offer practical guidance. Advice on insulating homes, improving heating efficiency and connecting to community energy schemes is often fragmented; a single-day marketplace aims to make it easier to find local routes to action.
Southern Water’s presence is likely to attract particular attention. The company’s plans for the Lavant treatment works, which lie close to the city, matter to residents concerned about local infrastructure, water quality and the environmental impact of sewage treatment. The event provides a direct line of sight to those plans, with representatives available to explain details and answer questions.
Screenings of the National Emergency Briefing are intended to put climate and nature risks into a local frame. Attendees who join the post-screening discussions will be able to explore how national-level warnings translate into practical decisions for homes, neighbourhoods and the city centre.
How residents can get involved
The marketplace is open access, but some of the talks are ticketed, so residents who want to hear specific speakers or watch the briefings should book early. The council has provided the Eventbrite booking link and further information on its website to help residents plan their visit.
| What | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Chichester in Action: One City, Greener Choices | Saturday 3 October, 10:00–15:00 | Council House, North Street, Chichester |
For a city of Chichester’s size, events that gather a wide range of local knowledge in one place can make a tangible difference. Whether residents are looking to reduce household bills, improve biodiversity in gardens and public spaces, or understand local infrastructure proposals, this event is positioned as a practical, community-focused starting point.
Full details and ticket booking are available through the council’s events page and the Eventbrite listing.
