Outer Hebrides Climate Week 2026 Programme

Join Us for a Week of Inspiration, Action and Community  

From 28 September to 5 October 2026, we’re hosting a range of inspiring events across the islands that explore sustainability, community resilience and practical action, helping us to protect our communities from a changing climate. 

Whether you’re a local resident, business owner, student, volunteer, crofter, land manager or just interested in the future of island life, Outer Hebrides Climate Week offers an opportunity to learn, share ideas, meet like-minded people and discover how we can make a positive difference in our communities. 

Most importantly, Climate Week is about people. It’s about celebrating the fantastic work already happening across our islands while creating space for conversations about how we can build a resilient future together. 

All events are free to attend, but booking is essential. More events, such as community walks, cycles and markets, are available on our website. 

Lewis Events

Event image for Lewis Sustainable Business Summit, part of Outer Hebrides Climate Week

Sustainable Business Summit 

  • 28 September | Galson Business Centre Practical advice, networking and funding opportunities for businesses and organisations. [Book now →] 

Photo close-up on a hand holding a glass bug-collecting jar, with a bumblebee inside. Overlaid text says: "Western Isles Conservation in Action - Lewis"

Conservation in Action Conference 

  • 29 September | UHI Stornoway Discover local conservation projects and connect with people working to protect our islands’ unique environment. [Book now →] 

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People’s Emergency Briefing 

  • 30 September | UHI Stornoway A free film screening followed by discussions on local climate action. [Book now →] 

Peat bog landscape with distant mountains and the white'Peat, Place and People' headline plus Outer Hebrides Climate Week 2026 logo across the top-right.

Peat, Place and People 

  • 1 October | Pairc Trust Resource Centre An informal community conversation exploring peatlands, heritage and landscape stewardship. [Book now →] 

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Islands Resilience Conference: Changing Landscapes 

  • 2 October | An Lanntair Exploring how island communities can adapt and thrive in a changing climate. [Book now →] 

Super Nature film poster with the white Outer Hebrides CLimate Week 2026 logo overlaid

Film: Super Nature 

  • 2 October | An Lanntair, Stornoway  An uplifting and visually stunning documentary celebrating the beauty, diversity and resilience of life on Earth, featuring footage from local filmmaker Richard Davies. [Book now →] 
Photo of a painting of a row of men attaching solar panels to the fishing boat the Lorna Jane. Overlaid is the white Outer Hebrides Climate Week 2026 logo, and the words: "Film: It'll Never Work"

It’ll Never Work: The Electric Lobster Fisherman 

2 October | Stornoway Golf Course, Stornoway 

  • A special film screening and discussion with the world’s first all-electric commercial lobster fisherman. [Book now →] 

Harris Events

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East Loch Tarbert Beach Clean 

  • 3 October | East Loch Tarbert, Harris  Join Clean Coast Outer Hebrides for a community beach clean and help protect our coastlines while contributing to valuable environmental data collection. [Book now →] 

Photo of a painting of a row of men attaching solar panels to the fishing boat the Lorna Jane. Overlaid is the white Outer Hebrides Climate Week 2026 logo, and the words: "Film: It'll Never Work"

It’ll Never Work: The Electric Lobster Fisherman 

  • 3 October | Leverhulme Community Hub, Harris  A special film screening and discussion with the world’s first all-electric commercial lobster fisherman. [Book now →] 

Uist Events

Event banner with boats on a rocky shore and the text'Uist Sustainable Business Summit' with a Climate Week logo in the corner.

Sustainable Business Summit 

  • 28 September | Cnoc Soilleir Networking, practical sustainability advice and funding opportunities. [Book now →] 

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Conservation in Action Conference 

  • 29 September | Lochmaddy Environment Centre A day of talks and workshops focused on conservation across the islands. [Book now →] 

Tagsa Tree Planting Workshop Outer Hebrides Climate Week

Tagsa Uibhist Tree Workshop 

  • 29 September | Tagsa Community Gardens, Benbecula Hands-on tree planting, biodiversity and growing skills workshop. [Book now →] 

Photo of a painting of a row of men attaching solar panels to the fishing boat the Lorna Jane. Overlaid is the white Outer Hebrides Climate Week 2026 logo, and the words: "Film: It'll Never Work"

It’ll Never Work: The Electric Lobster Fisherman 

  • 29 September | Borrodale Hotel, South Uist  A special film screening and discussion with the world’s first all-electric commercial lobster fisherman. [Book now →] 
  • 30 September | Ceann na h-Àirigh, Grimsay  A special film screening and discussion with the world’s first all-electric commercial lobster fisherman. [Book now →] 

People’s Emergency Briefing 

  • 30 September | Lochmaddy Environment Centre Film screening and discussion on the climate and nature emergency. [Book now →] 

Barra Events

Event image for Barra Resilience Conference: Changing Landscapes, with OUter Hebrides Climate Week 2026 logo

Barra Resilience Conference: Changing Landscapes 

  • 5 October | Northbay Hall A collaborative event focused on strengthening community resilience for the future. [Book now →] 

Online Events

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Sustainable Island Industries Webinar 

  • 28 September | Hear from businesses across the Western Isles leading the way in sustainability. [Book now →] 

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Sustainable Food & Drink in the Outer Hebrides Webinar 

  • 30 September | Learn how local producers are reducing their environmental impact and building sustainable businesses. [Book now →] 

Why Get Involved? 

Climate Week is an opportunity to: 

  • Learn about projects already making a difference across the islands 
  • Meet people who share your interest in the future of the Outer Hebrides 
  • Share your experiences and ideas 
  • Discover practical actions for homes, businesses and communities 
  • Influence future climate priorities for our islands 

No matter your background or experience, everyone has something valuable to contribute. 

As island communities, we face unique opportunities and challenges, from changing weather patterns and coastal erosion to protecting biodiversity and supporting sustainable local economies. By coming together, sharing knowledge and learning from one another, we can help ensure our islands continue to thrive for generations to come. 

Book Your Place Today 

All Climate Week events are free to attend, but spaces may be limited. 

View the full programme and register for events here: Events – Climate Hebrides 

We look forward to welcoming you to Outer Hebrides Climate Week 2026 and working together to create a more resilient, sustainable future for our islands. 

Join us at 
The Climate Hub