Housing
An independent research and publicity organisation, promoting green roofs. Not a lot of people know that there are benefits to having plants all over your roof. Sheffield has a national demonstration site to show how it works
A multidisciplinary practice doing ecologically-focused timber structures, shelters, seats and stuff with features like alternative roofing materials and solar powered lighting. They've worked for several years, for public, private and community organisations. One of several eco-businesses based at Ecclesall Woods Sawmill, Abbey Lane, Sheffield.
Long established builders of low-impact, sustainable, timber-framed buildings, using locally produced hardwood. One of several eco-businesses based at Ecclesall Woods Sawmill, Abbey Lane, Sheffield.
MASH is a voluntary group providing solidarity and support through direct action, for members with problems like crap landlords, housing issues, benefit claims, problems with access to public services, bullying and victimisation, sexual harassment, discrimination and unpaid wages, strikes, workplace actions and community struggles. The group is open to anyone, working or unemployed. It is non-hierarchical, independent of all political parties and trade unions, non-profit and self-organised.
Specialists in construction with respect for the environment, no job too small, unusual, or natural. Materials used based on their ecological performance and levels of embodied energy, Forest Stewardship Council certified timber, reclaimed and reused where possible. Expert guidance, skilled labour, and sensitive leadership to guide volunteers and involve local communities.
Campaigning, support and advice for people under the strains of social housing, council housing or homelessness. In a sea of difficulties, Nomad has been a lifeboat for two decades. Its Burngreave office deals with tenancy support, and its West Street office helps in other areas. Opportunities for volunteers also available. Tel. Sheff. 2755441
Federation of Tenants and Residents Associations in Rotherham, a good active and inclusive local group.
Sharrow Tool Library
You don't need to spend money on tools to decorate your house, collective ownership is better. This project is for anyone in the Sharrow area. To borrow tools (or to donate tools, you can still use them at any time) call 07704 507046 or email sharrowtoollibrary@googlemail.com
Since 2006 South Yorkshire Energy Centre has offered advice and information on energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable building and affordable warmth. Its eco-refurbished house with interactive displays at Heeley City Farm (25 Alexandra Road, S2 3EE) is open to visitors, schools and groups.
For advice on squatting why not contact the sublimely brilliant Advisory Service for Squatters. 020 3216 0099 (London). In Sheffield there are squats, but it's harder to get advice and support. Try Sheffield Squatters Support Group which may still be active.
St. Wilf’s does wonderful work for the homeless, vulnerable and socially excluded in South Yorkshire, bringing dignity and a feeling of belonging. People are taught skills – from domestic skills to help them to live independently, to skills that bring them back to work. And surprisingly they produce hand-made clocks and signs.…
Sheffield based Totally Eco 8 design and produce insulation and other stuff for ecologically & socially sustainable construction, which exceed building regulations and the Code for Sustainable Buildings.
