by Nikki Brown | Jun 23, 2023 | Sustainable Development
New updated plans have been submitted for the first phase of commercial development at the Mayfield neighbourhood in Manchester. The plans will feature a giant cycle hub and more green space. Planning consent was granted for Mayfield Park, two offices and a large...
by Nikki Brown | Jun 14, 2023 | Natural Environment
A farmer from Bolton has committed to a 30-year deal to help mitigate biodiversity loss in association with nature recovery specialists, Environment Bank. The commitment will help house builders and developers across Greater Manchester meet new legal biodiversity net...
by Nikki Brown | Jun 14, 2023 | Smart Energy
A Tameside arts centre plans to become the UK’s most eco-friendly gig venue by switching to ‘homemade’ hydroelectric power. The Vale in Mossley, hopes to become the first in the country to power its gigs entirely by water – with the help of a team of volunteers, a...
by Nikki Brown | May 31, 2023 | Smart Energy
Electricity North West is currently accepting applications for their Powering our Communities Fund to support projects that deliver carbon savings alongside widespread community engagement. There is a total of £100,000 available, and approved projects will receive...
by Nikki Brown | May 24, 2023 | Green Skills/Jobs
Young people across Greater Manchester will be given the opportunity to support biodiversity while learning essential green and climate resilience skills as part of a new UK wide nature park scheme. The National Education Nature Park initiative – run by a partnership...