Building a Greener Future

The state of the world at the start of 2026 causes many of us anxiety. From international conflicts and their economic aftershocks to runaway technology and toxic social media debates, the effect on our outlook and wellbeing is significant. This is often explained by a sense of powerlessness, a lack of agency and a feeling that our lives are being impacted by forces beyond our control.

There is of course a very real connection between global events and our own quality of life.  Economic volatility pushes prices up and pushes more families into a cost of living crisis.  Businesses find it difficult to invest meaning young people find it harder to get on the career ladder. Division online can spill over into division on our streets and in our communities.  Changing weather patterns due to climate change mean more people are vulnerable to flooding or extreme heat, which impact first and worst on those who have least choice and least protection.

What doesn’t get reported so often is that against this backdrop millions of people are working tirelessly in their communities to combat these issues – protecting the most vulnerable and delivering projects, services and activities that bring joy into our lives. This is where you’ll find Groundwork, helping people take more control over the things that matter to them and demonstrating that, by working together, communities can be stronger and more resilient in the face of these seemingly overwhelming issues.