Stockport's Robinsons Brewery has announced that it has been accredited as a Silver Carbon Literate Organisation by The Carbon Literacy Project. The certification recognises the family-owned brewery and pub company’s continued commitment to tackling climate change, reducing organisational carbon … [Read more...]
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United Utilities to deliver additional £975 million investment across the North West
Water sector regulator, Ofwat, has provisionally approved proposals by United Utilities to deliver a £975 million investment into the region's water infrastructure. Plans will support the continued growth of the region's economy, and create an estimated 4,000 additional jobs across United … [Read more...]
NatWest partners with Green Economy to support Greater Manchester businesses with sustainability
NatWest has announced a partnership with Greater Manchester-based Green Economy to support businesses in the region navigate rising energy costs and reduce emissions. The partnership will combine Green Economy's fully funded business support for the region's businesses with the bank's … [Read more...]
Nature ranger appointed to enhance environment at Stepping Hill
Outside garden areas on the Stepping Hill Hospital site are about to see new support and improvement with the appointment of a brand new specialist nature support role. Nature recovery ranger Matt Ross is now working two days a week on the site helping to create more nature friendly green spaces, … [Read more...]
Stockport Council grant awarded to community greening project in Edgeley
A community-led neighbourhood greening project that will enhance public spaces in Edgeley has secured a £24,999 grant from Stockport Council's Economic Development and Regeneration Flexible Grant (EDRFG) scheme. Groundwork Greater Manchester's Wild About Edgeley project will bring together young … [Read more...]
Love Parks Week celebrates volunteers behind Stockport’s green spaces
Love Parks Week, running from 24th July to 2nd August, is celebrating the volunteers, Friends groups and community organisations working across Stockport's parks and green spaces. Volunteers work alongside Stockport Council's Greenspace team to improve parks across the borough, supporting … [Read more...]
Residents urged to help protect green spaces from fires
Stockport Council is urging residents to take extra care when enjoying parks and open spaces across the borough this summer following moorland fires in the region. The recent hot and dry weather has increased the risk of fires spreading quickly, with incidents across the region highlighting the … [Read more...]
GreenED Bronze award for Stockport NHS emergency department
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s emergency department (A&E) has been awarded GreenED Bronze award status for the positive measures it is taking to lower carbon emissions and support the environment. The award comes from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) and their new GreenED … [Read more...]
Timber structure takes shape in major milestone for Cheadle Eco Park
A major milestone has been reached at Cheadle Eco Park, where the timber frame of one of the UK’s greenest light-industrial schemes is now taking shape. The moment marks a significant step forward for the £25 million scheme in Stockport, which will deliver sustainable workspace, support around … [Read more...]
Stockport energy business secures £500,000 growth loan
Stockport-based energy optimisation business, Powerhub, has secured a £500,000 growth loan from investor, River Capital through its North West Business Growth Loan Fund. The funding will support Powerhub's continued growth trajectory as the business looks to establish itself as a leading provider … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Green Spaces Fund opens to grant applications of up to £40,000
Community groups across Greater Manchester can now apply for grants of up to £40,000 to boost nature recovery, improve biodiversity, and create new green spaces. While 71% of Greater Manchester residents say that parks and other green spaces are the city region's most highly rated local facility, … [Read more...]
Stockport wildlife celebrated in overhead artwork
Some of Stockport’s most precious birds and insects have been featured in a new mural, which has been commissioned by environmental charity, Groundwork Greater Manchester. The underside of the bridge on Great Underbank, outside Merseyway Shopping Centre, has been transformed in to a ‘daytime to … [Read more...]
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