Greater Manchester is set to roll out a new plan to support businesses and residents across the city-region cut waste and create a more circular economy. GMCA's Sustainable Consumption Plan (SCP) was approved by council leaders on 24th June and supports the five-year Environment Plan already in … [Read more...]
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Pension schemes to publish their climate impact under new plans to encourage net-zero investment
Pension schemes will be required for the first tome to publish how their investments support action to prevent climate change under new government regulations. The new measures, which come into effect in October, will give around 80% of UK pension savers greater transparency about how their … [Read more...]
Stockport students impress in climate action Town Hall debate
45 students representing 23 schools across the borough debated their climate action ideas at Stockport Town Hall on Wednesday 15th June. Ideas proposed by the town's young people at the Schools Climate Assembly will be presented to councillors at the next full meeting of Stockport Council in … [Read more...]
New walking and cycling route launches between Offerton and the town centre
A new walking and cycling route linking Offerton to Stockport town centre has been opened for residents to use. Backed by the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Walking and Cycling Challenge fund and part of Stockport Council's efforts to improve active travel routes across the borough, the new route … [Read more...]
Consultation launches on new road crossings as part of walking and cycling improvements in Stockport
A public consultation has opened for residents in Stockport to share their views on plans for new road crossings to be installed across the borough as part of Greater Manchester's Bee Network of safe walking and cycling routes across the city-region. The proposed crossings are being delivered by … [Read more...]
Stockport students take over Council Chambers to debate climate action ideas
Students from across Stockport will debate their climate action ideas in the Council Chambers at Stockport Town Hall on the afternoon of Wednesday 15th June. The best ideas, as voted by the borough's young people, will be presented to Councillors at a full council meeting on 15th July. The … [Read more...]
All new homes and buildings set to be fitted with EV chargers
From June 15th, new rules will come into effect mandating new homes and commercial buildings such as offices and supermarkets to be constructed with EV chargers in place. The new rules aim to make it easier for people to charge their electric vehicles either at home, work or while out shopping to … [Read more...]
Andy Burnham joins other metro mayors in calling for greater devolved powers to meet net zero goals
Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, has joined with other local leaders across the country to make a joint call for government to grant them greater powers to meet local net zero goals. The metro mayors of eight English combined authorities, as well as the leader of Glasgow City Council, have … [Read more...]
£31 million invested to help industry cut use of fossil fuels
The government has announced new funding of over £31 million to help industry reduce its dependence on fossil fuels and cut CO2 emissions. Funding announced on 31st May includes support to help businesses move away from red diesel or gas oil for plant, particularly in quarrying and construction. … [Read more...]
Environmental consultancy completes third acquisition in 12 months
Stockport based environmental consultancy, APEM, has completed its third acquisition in 12 months and its biggest to date. The company has acquired GoBe Consultants, a planning and environmental services consultancy with offices in Devon and Glasgow. The transaction follows APEM Group’s … [Read more...]
Climate Action Now Business Forum to discuss how businesses can get started with achieving net zero
Stockport businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact are being encouraged to the latest Climate Action Now Business Forum, taking place on June 16th. The event is part of a series organised by Stockport Council's Climate Action Now team, aiming to support Stockport based businesses … [Read more...]
Pioneer10 workshops to share expert guidance for businesses
Stockport Business and Innovation Centre’s (SBIC) Pioneer10 is hosting a series of workshops to share expert guidance for businesses looking to take advantage of the booming green economy. The Pioneer10 Stockport workshops will be delivered by business experts from the GC Business Growth Hub. … [Read more...]
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