Are you concerned about the future of our planet? Do you want to better understand the challenges and opportunities presented by climate change? Are you eager to be part of a thoughtful, active, and welcoming u3a online group? Then Climate Matters is the group for you.
Our group reflects a broad and enduring commitment to one of the most critical issues of our time. Climate Matters – because it truly does.
🕙 When and Where We Meet: We meet online on the last Friday of every month at 10:00am for a 90-minute session filled with meaningful conversation, shared learning, and collaboration.
All members of Interest Groups online is welcome to join; each session includes opportunities for small-group discussion via breakout rooms.
🌱 Who We Are: Formed during the 2020 lockdown, this group has grown into a vibrant network of u3a members from across the UK. Our members bring a wide range of experience and interests, united by a shared belief in the importance of climate action and education.
Here’s just a glimpse of what we’ve been up to:
• Attending COP26 in Glasgow.
• Developing intergenerational climate education materials.
• Participating in climate forums at University College London and London Business School.
• Organising successful Summer Schools at the Centre for Alternative Technology (Wales) in 2023, and in 2025 at the University of Warwick.
• A contributor to the u3a Festival at the University of York, July 2024.
• Contributor to the u3a Scotland Jamboree, Napier University, Edinburgh, August 2025.
🌟 Inspirational Speakers: We have hosted acclaimed climate thinkers such as:
• Mike Berners-Lee, author of There is No Planet B.
• Erik Dalhuijsen, physicist and sustainability advocate.
You can view past speakers and presentations on our Climate Change Network: COP group page. Climate Matters Monthly Meetings – Climate Change and the Environment.
📆 Dates for Your Diary: National Online Learning Events – A great opportunity to engage with the wider u3a community. Find more information here.
💬 Stay Connected: We’re more than a monthly meeting. Join our closed Facebook group and WhatsApp groups to continue the conversation, share news, and stay updated with climate-related content.
🌟 Join Us – Climate Matters Needs You
Whether you’re an experienced climate activist or just beginning your journey of understanding, your voice matters. This is a welcoming space to learn, reflect, and take action – together. We also meet ‘in person’ from time to time, at different locations around the UK.
We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.
Let’s make a difference, one conversation at a time.