2023 Ashden Award finalist
Thames21 is among one of sixteen outstanding organisations delivering innovative climate solutions that have reached the finals of the prestigious 2023 Ashden Awards. 240 organisations…
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Unleashing the power of volunteers to transform London’s rivers
Thames21 has announced a major new initiative which will transform how communities speak up for and act to improve the health of their local rivers…
River deities, explained
The treatment we currently give to our rivers and waterways couldn’t be more different than the one given by our ancestors. Nature was regarded as…
River restoration, explained
London has 400 miles of waterways, ranging from rivers and streams to wetlands and canals. These play a vital role in our lives and the…
Event Supporter Contractor (ESC) Spotlight on Jeff Dent
Our Event Support Contractors (ESCs) play a vital role in helping our projects and events. Working for Thames21 as an ESC provides valuable, hands-on leadership…
Benefits of volunteering, explained
Have you ever thought about volunteering but can’t seem to find the time or a cause that you feel passionate about? Or maybe you have…
Pick up your butts! Cigarettes top plastic litter in rivers
Bringing together volunteers from all walks of life, the annual Plasticblitz has people clearing rubbish from rivers and riverbanks, recording what they find and recycling…
Combined sewer overflows, explained
We’ve been bombarded with news about sewage spills in our rivers and beaches lately and more and more people are getting incandescent with rage about…
Nature-based solutions, explained
In times of biodiversity and climate crises like the ones we’re currently facing, investing in regenerating, and restoring techniques to improve our environment has never…
Tribute to Michael Hamilton: Thames21 Chairman
We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of our Chairman Michael Hamilton, who has died aged 83. Michael was a true gentleman, warm,…