Sustainability and Climate
Sustainability is about looking after the environment and people. It is about using resources carefully to ensure that all people, now and for generations to come, have the resources and a healthy environment they need, to have a high quality of life.
Our economy, social well-being and environment are interdependent and progress in one area must not compromise progress in another.
By making small changes to our lifestyle we can reduce our impacts, help the environment and support the green economy in ways which make things better for all of us.
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Work to start soon on major project to Revitalise the River Ver
Work on an ambitious project to Revitalise the River Ver where it flows through St Albans is to gather pace this winter.
Grants of up to £20,000 available for projects to improve transport and energy sustainability in St Albans District
Grants of between £2,000 and £20,000 are available for sustainability projects in St Albans District linked to transport and energy improvements.
Give your views on our Air Quality Action Plan
Residents, businesses and community groups are urged to give their views on proposals to improve air quality across St Albans District.
Get your free guide on how to make your home more eco-friendly and cut energy bills
A free guide on how to make your home more energy-efficient and reduce your energy bills has been published.
Four Green Flag Awards for outstanding parks and open spaces in St Albans District
Four Green Flag awards have been presented to St Albans City and District Council in recognition of its outstanding parks and open spaces.
Tree warden scheme to be strengthened as part of new tree strategy
A network of volunteer tree wardens is to be strengthened as part of an updated tree strategy for St Albans District.
Residents offered 10,000 free trees for planting in St Albans District
Residents and community groups in St Albans District are to be given 10,000 free trees to help improve the local environment.
St Albans Greener Together launched – all urged to join the sustainability project
An exciting project to promote sustainability in St Albans District has been launched with everyone invited to become involved.
Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy for St Albans District is launched
A new sustainability and climate crisis strategy for St Albans District with the aim of achieving net zero by 2030 has been launched.
Support Clean Air Night!
Residents in St Albans District are urged to avoid wood burning and support Clean Air Night on Wednesday 24 January.
Fly-tipper prosecuted and ordered to pay £544
A fly-tipper who was traced and prosecuted by St Albans City and District Council has been ordered to pay £544.
Register for second round of solar scheme to cut your bills and emissions
Residents in St Albans District have another chance to join a scheme to cut carbon emissions and save on energy bills.
Celebrate Love Parks Week on Friday 28 July to Sunday 6 August
St Albans City and District Council is supporting Love Parks Week 2023 – a nationwide celebration of our favourite green spaces.
Four Green Flag Awards for St Albans City and District Council
Four Green Flag awards have been given to St Albans City and District Council in recognition of its outstanding parks and open spaces.
Residents to be given 8,000 free trees for planting in St Albans District
Residents and community groups in St Albans District are to be given 8,000 free trees to help improve the local environment.