Climate Emergency

The Climate Emergency facing our world is a very real issue, but there is plenty we can do to take action to help protect our planet.

Cheshire West and Chester Council declared a Climate Emergency in the borough in 2019 and put forward its Climate Emergency Response plan, which aims to help the borough become carbon neutral by 2045.

This is a space to share ideas, stories and tips about what you are doing locally to reduce your carbon emissions and impact on the environment. Now's the time to react and play your part to make our borough carbon neutral.

The Climate Emergency facing our world is a very real issue, but there is plenty we can do to take action to help protect our planet.

What are you doing to tackle the Climate Emergency?

Residents, community groups, schools and businesses across the borough are busy playing their part to protect our local environment and reduce their impact on the planet by reducing their carbon emissions.

Lots of people taking action together can make a big impact and we want to hear all about the things you are doing. It could be a short tip, a blog or vlog on a certain topic, a pledge to say what you hope to achieve or about an event you’ve organised.

By sharing your story, you could inspire others across the borough to take action today and help us achieve our ambition of being a carbon neutral borough.

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We may occasionally contact people who have uploaded an inspiring story to ask if we could share it wider, such as on the Council's social media channels or our Climate Emergency enewsletter. We will always ask permission before we do this and we will only share stories with your approval.

Thank you for sharing your story with us.

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Youth Senate Member attend Northwest Net Zero Conference

by Clare.Watson, 11 days ago

So proud of our Youth Senate member Amy Catton who is passionate about the environment and protecting the planet. She is currently on the steering group for the Northwest Net Zero and delivered sessions on Saturday 25th November at the Northwest Net Zero Youth Conference at Salford University. At this conference Amy took a key role gathering ideas and information from the young people present and even sat on a panel answering questions.
Amy is also attending a conference with decision makers, such as Andy Burnham and Steve Rotheram in Liverpool on Wednesday 29th Nov where she will be reporting... Continue reading
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People, Planet, Pint Launch Alternative COP28 Event in Chester

by Eco Communities , 18 days ago
- Congress of the People Planet Pints (COPPP) coming to Chester on Thursday, December 7
- People, Planet, Pint launched during COP26 to share green ideas in a fun and inspiring way
- The Sustainability initiative has brought together more than 10,000 people across 450 events in 75 cities
- Plus, the first 33 people to arrive get a free pint!
We started to host Chester's People Planet Pint (PPP) in April. People, Planet, Pint has always been about bringing people together to share what is going on in the local community, and ultimately, give hope that things are indeed happening.
On the 7th... Continue reading
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Focus on energy

19 days ago

Beccy, the Council’s Energy Officer, explains what her role involves and how her work is helping the Council to reduce its energy use and bills.
I started working in the Council’s Climate Emergency Team in September 2023, joining a team of six who are focused on helping both the Council and the borough to become carbon neutral.
As an Energy Officer, my role is to maintain the information about our gas, electricity, water and solar billing for all properties that the Council owns. Our properties can range from offices to recycling depots, and libraries to school sites. Altogether, the energy... Continue reading
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Conversation on the Borough Plan moves to consultation phase

26 days ago

Last week, the Council launched the consultation on its proposed Borough Plan for 2024-2028, following extensive engagement that took place over the summer.
During the last few months, residents, community groups and partners have joined a conversation to help shape what the proposed Borough Plan would look like. Those contributions have helped shape the proposals, which set out the four-year plan for the borough and focuses on everyone playing their part and working together for a stronger future.
The draft Borough Plan sets out a number of priorities, grouped under three main themes - Thriving Communities, Caring Communities and Sustainable... Continue reading
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University named awards finalist for leading the way to a low carbon future

by Felicity Roberts, 27 days ago

The University of Chester has been named an awards finalist for its work to lead the way to a low carbon, low waste and sustainable future.
Recognising forward-thinking initiatives by the University’s Business School, its Sustainability Team and across the University, it has been shortlisted for an Excellence in Sustainability Award by the West Cheshire and North Wales (WCNW) Chamber of Commerce.
Part of the Annual Recognition Awards held by the Chamber, the award, sponsored by WR Partners, celebrates organisations placing sustainability at the heart of what they do.
The shortlisting acknowledges the University’s collaborative action to deliver positive... Continue reading
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New Four Week Adult Bikeability Course in Ellesmere Port

2 months ago

Develop your cycling confidence with our Ellesmere Port Adult Bikeability sessions. This program aims to bolster your cycling skills and road safety knowledge, regardless of your current proficiency level. With experienced instructors, you'll refine your bike handling, learn essential traffic navigation techniques, and get a primer on basic bicycle maintenance.
Catered for beginners this course will boost your confidence, fitness, and ability to safely explore the charming routes of Ellesmere Port.
The sessions involve:
• Bike checks (for road worthiness)
• On-road training - promoting assertive cycling, optimal road positions, priorities, negotiating junctions safely, passing parked cars and safety checks... Continue reading
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Cheshire's first Straw Bale House!

by chris copeman, 2 months ago

I visited the first straw house in Cheshire a few days ago- in the process of being built at the moment near Norley. Lee Johnson is undertaking this challenging project after some experience of building previously.

Straw is one of the most sustainable building materials available. It locks up carbon when used for a building rather than emitting huge amounts like brick and concrete. It has amazing passivhaus level insulation values and can be used in walls as a structural component.

Lee has built the house on a fairly standard foundation with a layer of recycled glass blocks, foamglas, between... Continue reading
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Sustainable Festival in Grosvenor Park Chester - this Saturday!

3 months ago

The Sustainable Cheshire Festival is on in Grosvenor Park, Chester on Saturday, 23^rd September 10.30am - 8pm.

Anyone can attend the free event to find out more about the work going on in Cheshire through Sustainable Cheshire and Plastic Free Cheshire projects with themes around sustainability from food to fashion, counting our carbon footprint, pollution and all things green. There will be stalls, workshops, bar and food, music and activities for all the family. Following on from the success of last weekend’s activities there will also be a ‘silent disco litter pick’.

A special ‘People Planet Pint’ event will... Continue reading
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Neston and Tattenhall follow Chester as ‘Plastic Free Communities’ in Cheshire

by Eco Communities , 3 months ago

Neston is to be closely followed by Tattenhall in joining a network of communities across the UK who are leading the way to tackle throwaway plastic at source. They have been awarded Plastic Free Community status by marine conservation charity, Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) in recognition of the work they have done to reduce the impact of single-use plastic on the environment.
Chester achieved its Plastic Free Community accreditation in 2018 thanks to Eco Communities UK based in Chester which is now supporting other regions around Cheshire. Helen Tandy, Director of Eco Communities actioned her idea of supporting regions throughout... Continue reading
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Schools' Sustainability Prizes awarded by Chester Community Energy Ltd

by Chester Community Energy, 4 months ago

Chester Community Energy Ltd have now awarded prizes to the joint winners of this year’s Schools’ Sustainability Competition and we are delighted to share pictures of the awards. It's wonderful to see the emerging green talent of the future!!!
Stephen Savory and Linda Hilton awarded the prize (£657) to Eco-Club team at Whitby High School, Ellesmere Port on 14 July 2023. We were also joined by the Mayor of Ellesmere Port and his Deputy.

Gillian McHattie and Linda Hilton awarded the prize (£250) to Eco-Lution team at Upton-by-Chester High School, Chester on 4 July 2023.
Sam Dixon, MP for Chester... Continue reading