Events

There are many exciting events and funded courses happening in-person across Cornwall, and online, that will support you in gaining the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to the climate and ecological crises we're facing. Many of those listed below are included in our bi-monthly newsletter.

What's On – Winter 2025/26

• Climate Vision’s fully funded CPD programme Climate Skills through Creativity for individuals and businesses in Cornwall. Multiple dates for sign-up in January 2026. Last chance to sign up before funding runs out! Book your place
  This course is designed to bring everyone up to speed on climate challenges, resilience strategies, and innovative solutions. Accredited follow-on courses are available after completion of the first. This is your opportunity to future-proof your home or business and become part of Cornwall’s journey to a more sustainable and resilient future.
  
  
• Climate Café Listening Circles in Cornwall. Multiple dates now available for sign-up in December 2025 and January 2026. Find out more
  Climate Café Listening Circles are simple, hospitable, empathetic spaces where fears and uncertainties about the climate and ecological crisis can be safely expressed. They are held across Cornwall.
  
  Upcoming dates:
  🌿 Sunday 14 December 2025, 14:15-16:00 – Oaklands Community Centre, Saltash. Book here
  🌿 Saturday 17 January 2026, 11:00-13.00 – Cornwall Museum & Art Gallery, Truro. Book here
  🌿 Saturday 31 January 2026, 10:00-12.00 – The Snug, Above the Bookshop Café, Falmouth. Book here
  🌿 Saturday 28 March 2026, 10:00-12.00 – The Snug, Above the Bookshop Café, Falmouth. Book here
  
  
• Truro & Penwith College funded Skills Bootcamp in EV Maintenance, 14 January-19 March 2026, Truro Campus, Truro. Book your place
  The Skills Bootcamp in EV Maintenance is a nine-week course designed to upskill individuals with existing professional or educational expertise within the Automotive sector, or those responsible for vehicle fleets within organisations transitioning to electric and hybrid technology, with the skills needed to service and maintain these vehicles. Thanks to funding from the Department for Education, there is no charge for individuals looking to re-train or upskill. SME employers will only need to pay 10% of the course fee if they enrol a member of staff (£236), whilst large organisations will be asked to contribute 30% (£707).
  
  
• University of Exeter fully funded, hybrid training course Innovation & Leadership for the Renewable Sector, 19-30 January 2026. Register your interest
  Would you like to gain skills and knowledge for a career in the renewable energy sector? The University of Exeter is running a fully funded, hybrid training course exploring the radical innovation and transformational leadership skills needed to drive sustainable change in the renewable energy sector. With the transition to the green economy underway, we will explore renewable energy sectors such as wind, solar, and geothermal, examining the extensive opportunities this brings for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and the leadership and innovation skills needed to effectively achieve change. Open to eligible Cornwall residents, the course includes two weeks of online remote learning with a two-day in person residential. Funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Spaces are limited.
  
  
• Truro & Penwith College funded Skills Bootcamp in Retrofit Readiness, 26 January-31 March 2026, Truro Campus, Truro. Book your place
  The Skills Bootcamp in Retrofit Readiness is a ten-week course that will provide adult learners with a comprehensive introduction to a range of retrofit techniques and technologies and develop the foundational knowledge and skills to enable learners to progress into further training, employment or professional services. Learners will explore the principles of domestic retrofit, carbon literacy and the critical role of energy efficiency in tackling climate change, whilst gaining practical experience in areas such as solar installation, external wall insulation and renewable heating solutions, including heat pumps. Thanks to funding from the Department for Education, there is no charge for individuals looking to re-train or upskill. SME employers will only need to pay 10% of the course fee if they enrol a member of staff (£256), whilst large organisations will be asked to contribute 30% (£767).
  
  
• Truro & Penwith College funded Solar Panel Installation Taster, 09:00-16:00 on 22 January 2026, Truro Campus, Truro. Book your place
  Explore a career in the solar industry and hear about the knowledge and skills required to enter the sector. The course is aimed at those who wish to explore a career in the solar industry and participants will gain an understanding of the Health & Safety issues, the design principles, and the practical skills involved in installing a solar array.
  
  
• University of Plymouth online Skills Bootcamp: Future Climate Leaders, 27 January-31 March 2026. Book your place
  Join a dynamic, expert-led programme designed to equip you with the skills, tools, and knowledge needed to champion sustainability. Through an innovative, science-based curriculum, inspiring case studies and hands-on challenges, you’ll develop the leadership skills to drive real impact.
  
  
• Truro & Penwith College Introduction to Retrofitting Domestic Properties for the Homeowner 2hr online course. Dates available: 27 January 2026, 10 March 2026. Book your place
  A 2-hour introduction to retrofitting your home that will look at the fundamentals of making houses more thermally and energy efficient, comfortable and less polluting. This course will cover the steps to retrofitting your home and it will explore the funding available for domestic retrofit.
  
  
• Truro & Penwith College fully funded in-person Carbon Literacy course, 09:00-13:00 on 28 January & 11 February 2026, Truro Campus, Truro. Book your place
  Through this training, you will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to understand and take action on climate change. Our expert trainers will guide you through interactive sessions, providing practical tips and strategies to reduce your carbon footprint. This training is open to everyone, whether you are an individual looking to make a difference or a professional seeking to enhance your sustainability skills. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the program.
  
  
• University of Plymouth fully funded online workshop Net Zero and Climate Change: Getting Started as Individuals and Enterprises, 10:00-13:00 on 11 March 2026. Book your place
  Beginning with an overview of greenhouse gas emissions and their impact, we'll delve into strategies for achieving net-zero carbon emissions, considering sectors like energy, transport, buildings and agriculture, where most emissions come from. No prior knowledge is required for this workshop, so whether you are a student, professional, policymaker, or simply someone who wants to find out more about the need to reach net zero carbon emissions, you can register for free.
  
  
• Climate Vision's Climate Walk & Talk - Coastal Climate Conversations: A Climate Resilience Walk in the Mevagissey Catchment, 10:30-13:30 on 16 May 2026, meet at Lobb's Farm Shop, Mevagissey. Book your place
  Join us for a unique, thought-provoking walk through the beautiful Mevagissey Catchment as we explore how local landscapes and communities are responding to climate change. Along the way, we’ll uncover practical important steps we can each take to build our own resilience in a changing climate, as we hear from local experts along the way.