Climate Action

How Derry and Strabane Council created a zero waste circular economy strategy

20 Sep 2024

Learn how Derry and Strabane Council created a zero-waste circular economy strategy, as part of 50 actions for councils under Action 38: adopt circular-economy waste policies in relevant plans and contracts.

How Stroud is encouraging renewables in its Local Plan

20 Sep 2024

Learn how Stroud District Council is encouraging renewables in its Local Plan. Growing renewable energy generation by identifying suitable areas in the Local Plan is part of Action 29 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.

How Cornwall Council uses a simple tool to make decisions

20 Sep 2024

Discover how Cornwall Council used a simple, locally-tailored tool to check the social and planetary impact of its plans and guide decision-making right across the council. Checking whether council decisions would help or hinder climate action forms part of Action 1 of the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.

How Lewes is keeping climate targets on track

20 Sep 2024

Learn how Lewes District Council is keeping climate ambition on track by setting short-term measurable goals for climate- and nature-related targets. Setting interim goals to maintain momentum is part of Action 4 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.

How Cotswold District Council appointed climate champions

20 Sep 2024

Learn how Cotswold District Council appointed climate champions to make more progress on climate goals. Appointing climate champions is Action 2 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils: identify both a councillor at a cabinet level and a lead officer as Climate and Nature Champions, who are required to publish a twice-yearly independent and audited public report on progress in meeting climate change and nature targets.

Why Kingston is backing the climate action Blueprint

20 Sep 2024

Learn why Kingston Council is backing the climate action Blueprint that calls for more powers and resources for local councils. Supporting the Blueprint is Action 50 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils, along with 49 other actions councils can take to act on climate.

How Kent is protecting nature through long-term planning

20 Sep 2024

Learn how Kent County Council is using long-term planning to protect and recover threatened species through habitat maintenance, restoration and creation. Producing a nature and ecosystem restoration plan to restore habitats, species, and ecosystem quality and function is Action 49 of the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.

How Leeds uses sustainable food to help schools combat the climate crisis

20 Sep 2024

Learn how Leeds City Council uses sustainable food to help schools lower their carbon footprint through the meals they serve. Influencing others such as schools to purchase green meals is part of Action 44 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.

How South Lakeland helped small businesses to cut carbon

20 Sep 2024

Learn how South Lakeland District Council's business support initiatives targeted a green recovery from coronavirus and helped small businesses to cut carbon emissions. Fostering a green economy is part of the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils under Action 43, to provide particular support to small and medium-sized enterprises to access funds and expertise, so they can contribute to carbon pollution reduction, nature restoration and the growth of the green economy.

How Pembrokeshire set up a share, repair and reuse network

20 Sep 2024

Learn how Pembrokeshire County Council created a share, repair and reuse network that cuts waste and develops employment skills for local people. Promoting community sharing and reuse to reduce waste and unnecessary consumption is Action 39 in the 50-point Climate Action Plan for Councils.