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Derbyshire County Council officially eradicates climate change, fossil fuels and net zero from environmental policies

Reform-run Derbyshire County Council has officially eradicated climate change, fossil fuels and net zero from all of its environmental policies. The authority has now formally replaced the previous climate change strategy with an environmental sustainability strategy. This new policy, which is legally mandated to meet the county council’s environmental responsibilities, including as a flood authority, no longer contains any reference to climate change, net zero, or fossil fuels. It has been overseen by Councillor Carol Wood (Ref), whose title had […]

4 August 2026 32

An image from the Manifesto Launch Event (Credit: Wonderbee)

Nottingham

Nottingham City Council pledges to act on the People’s Manifesto for a greener city

A roadmap for a greener, fairer city created by the people of Nottingham has been welcomed by Nottingham City Council. At the launch of the Nottingham Environment and Climate Assembly manifesto on 23rd July, local residents who helped create the plan shared their hopes for a green future with the city’s decision makers. Fola Sowunmi, from Forest Fields, said: “By empowering local people to lead local initiatives, we can create thriving neighbourhoods where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, connect, […]

24 July 2026 6

Derbyshire

County Council Cabinet asked (30th July) to approve plans to protect the environment and benefit communities

A new plan has been drawn-up by Derbyshire County Council to help it meet its environmental responsibilities while also bringing about benefits for residents and the local economy. Cabinet Members will be asked to approve the plan, called the Environmental Sustainability Strategy at a meeting next week (Thursday 30th July 2026). If the new plan gets the go-ahead, it will help the council to carry out legal duties placed upon it by the Environment Act 2021 and other legislation and […]

23 July 2026 13

Nottingham

Citizen-led vision for Nottingham steps up to the climate challenge

A blueprint for a green, healthy city created by the people of Nottingham will be unveiled today (23rd July 2026). It is the product of more than two years of citizen-led work including mini assemblies and a youth assembly to come up with a roadmap for a greener, fairer city that brings local voices right into the heart of city climate decisions. Nottingham has one of the most ambitious climate targets in the UK, but hitting CN28 means bringing the […]

23 July 2026 18

News

Crackdown on water companies delivers record funding to restore harm done to waterways

Local communities, water quality and wildlife will benefit from a record £8.5 million paid by water companies into environmental restoration projects as part of a strengthened crackdown on pollution and poor performance across the sector. This compares to £5.8 million the year before, a 47% increase, and just under £2 million in the 2023/24 financial year. The Environment Agency ensures this record funding goes directly to charities and projects that restore the harm done to waterways and improve water quality, […]

13 April 2026 27

Derby

Go Green Week launches with bold action and community impact at Derby College Group

The first week of March 2026 marked Go Green Week, bringing with it a powerful programme of events, challenges and community initiatives designed to reduce environmental impact and celebrate sustainable action across the college. From city centre clean-ups to green careers inspiration, Derby College Group placed sustainability firmly at the heart of college life, encouraging students and staff alike to take practical steps that make a real difference. Go Green Week reflects the college’s long-term commitment to environmental responsibility, embedding […]

6 March 2026 43

Environment

Derbyshire County Council officially eradicates climate change, fossil fuels and net zero from environmental policies

Nottingham City Council pledges to act on the People’s Manifesto for a greener city

County Council Cabinet asked (30th July) to approve plans to protect the environment and benefit communities

Citizen-led vision for Nottingham steps up to the climate challenge

Crackdown on water companies delivers record funding to restore harm done to waterways

Go Green Week launches with bold action and community impact at Derby College Group

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