Low Carbon Oxford North

Low Carbon Oxford North (LCON) is a charity set up by local residents to support cuts in carbon emissions through local action.

The group launched Oxford North Community Renewables and installed solar PV on two local schools through funding raised by the local community. Their aim is to contribute to a zero-carbon Oxford by 2030 through engaging with the city and county councils and collaborating with other community groups in the city.

They work with the local community, offering practical ideas, information and activities to help combat the climate crisis, with a focus on home energy, transport, consumption and waste, tree planting and food.

Partnering with other groups is a key part of their ethos. They are part of Communities for Zero Carbon Oxford, which runs shared workshops to help individuals and communities take action. They are also energetic members of the Coalition for Healthy Streets and Active Travel (CoHSAT), encouraging walking, cycling and liveable streets across Oxford – supported by a Low Carbon Hub community grant.

They hold regular events, and following a successful talk on the impact of the fashion industry on the environment, launched a sustainable fashion campaign with information and resources to encourage a more sustainable approach. They also hold monthly Climate Cafés where people can discuss their responses to climate change in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.