building understanding of the climate emergency
We offer a range of training sessions to build knowledge and understanding of the climate emergency. Courses are open to everyone in Fife. You don’t need to have any prior knowledge to take part. All courses are free.
We can deliver training to community groups, community councils, workplaces or third sector organisations. We also run bookable courses for individuals. Take a look at our events page for details of public courses.
We outline the training sessions we can offer on this page. To find out more or to book a session, please get in touch. Complete the form on this webpage or email hello@climateactionfife.org.uk.
Fife Climate Knowhow
Our in-depth Climate Knowhow training will tell you everything you need to know to discuss the climate emergency. You will also be able to describe the actions you can take to tackle it. At the end of our course, you will have an understanding of climate science and the impact of climate change. You will have an awareness of the climate impacts of everyday activities. Our course is focused on Fife.
Time commitment: Eight hours (delivered over four two-hour modules or two half-days)
Delivery: In-person, online or mix of both. We can deliver modules flexibly to suit your diary. We can come to you, or can deliver from Greener Kirkcaldy’s office in Kirkcaldy.
Participants: Minimum 10, maximum 30.
Certified: Attendees can become certified as Carbon Literate by the Carbon Literacy Project.
More Info: Fife Climate Knowhow
Climate Fresk
Participants work as a team to find the cause and effect relationships between 42 climate cards. They then use the cards to build a collage that explains climate change. It is a collaborative and creative approach. Climate Fresk is perfect for those who prefer more active and visual learning.
Time commitment: 3 hours
Delivery: In-person only. We can come to you, or can deliver from Greener Kirkcaldy’s office in Kirkcaldy. A set of large (A5) cards is available if required.
Participants: Minimum 6, maximum 18 (depending on staff availability).
Certified: Not by itself. By adding modules 3 and 4 of Fife Climate Knowhow, participants can become certified as Carbon Literate by the Carbon Literacy Project. This is a further three to four hours of training.
More info: Read our Climate Fresk case study.
First Climate Conversations
This introductory session allows participants to have a climate conversation with their peers. Participants will think about why climate change is relevant to us here in Fife. The training introduces some simple climate friendly actions and gives tips on how to talk about climate change. This is a good starting point for groups who are new to the issue of climate change.
Time commitment: 2 hours
Delivery: In-person or online. We can come to you or deliver from our office in Kirkcaldy.
Participants: Minimum 10, maximum 30.
Certified: No.
More Info: The session plan is available from our resource page.
climate reality talk
This 45 minute, high impact talk on the reality of the climate emergency is brought to the community by a Climate Reality Project Leader. You will see a slide show that breaks down the science into manageable chunks with exciting videos and inspiring graphics. The talk also looks at solutions. It’s a high impact course, showing the reality of the climate emergency, designed to inspire action. The training includes a 15 minute question and answer session with a Climate Reality Leader.
Time commitment: 1 hour
Delivery: In-person or online. We can come to you or deliver from our office in Kirkcaldy.
Participants: Minimum 10, maximum 30.
Certified: No.
More Info: email hello@climateactionfife.org.uk
truth in ten
A 10 minute, high intensity talk brought to the community by a Climate Reality Project Leader. Participants will see a slideshow that breaks down the science into quick chunks with exciting videos and inspiring graphics. The talk looks at solutions too. This a high impact course, showing the reality of the climate emergency, designed to inspire action. The training can include a quick question and answer session.
Time commitment: 30 mins to 1 hour
Delivery: In-person or online. We can come to you or deliver from our office in Kirkcaldy.
Participants: Minimum 5, maximum 30.
Certified: No.
More Info: email hello@climateactionfife.org.uk
