Consultation on new Climate Emergency Response Plan launched
The Council is asking people in the borough to share their views on the actions the Council has set out to tackle the Climate Emergency. A draft of the Council’s Climate Emergency Response Plan for 2025 – 2030 has been prepared following an initial co-production exercise earlier this year. The plan will be used as a guide to support west Cheshire to achieve its target to reach net zero by 2045. You can view the draft plan and complete the consultation on the Council's website before 12 February 2025. Paper copies are available on request.
Council progresses plans for electric vehicle infrastructure
A scheme tosupport residents that lack off-street charging capability and provides funding to accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles, plus the infrastructure required has progressed following approval from the Department of Transport. The scheme will see at least 800 public electric vehicle (EV) charging points installed across the borough over a five year period between 2025 and 2030. The charge points and charging bays will be designed to the latest accessibility standards.
Jingle into January with free travel on Chester’s Park & Ride
The Council is banishing the winter blues for visitors to Chester by offering free travel on the city’s Park & Ride service throughout January 2025, thanks to funding from the Department of Transport under its Bus Service Improvement Plan grant. The offer applies to single day tickets purchased on bus from any one of the operational sites at Boughton Heath, Upton or Wrexham Road.
Many of us are trying our best to live sustainable lives, however during the festive season this can feel more challenging. We’ve pulled together some tips to help you to have a more sustainable Christmas, from recycling responsibly to switching up your gift giving.
Start 2025 as you mean to go on by connecting with sustainable organisations at the first Hoole Green Action Fair. Taking place at Hoole Community Centre, from 10.30am - 4pm, there will be a whole host of eco-friendly activities to get involved in. You could take part in a silent disco litter pick, exchange unwanted Christmas gifts, or pick up a new outfit at the clothes swap stall. There will also be various workshops and stalls hosted by local groups, plus food and drink. Find out more about the free event by clicking on the below link.
The next Climate Emergency Taskforce meeting will be taking place on Thursday, 30 January, between 6pm – 8pm. This will be an online meeting and will focus on community energy and communications. If you would like to attend or speak at the session about a relevant topic, please complete the online form.
