Cumbria is working towards a
healthier, fairer, more resilient future.
We all have a part to play.
Whether you manage land, run a business, shape local policy, work in the community or simply want to live more sustainably, Zero Carbon Cumbria connects the people and organisations making it happen.
How can I get involved?
I represent an organisation
Join the Zero Carbon Cumbria Partnership
Work alongside others taking action across the county.
For councils, businesses, land managers, housing providers & more.
I'm an individual or community group
Explore the Cumbria Sustainability Network
Find events, connect with others and take action in your community.
For residents, community groups & volunteers.
Or find out more about what we do…
Where we focus
This is where collective action across Cumbria can make the biggest difference to emissions, as highlighted in Cumbria’s greenhouse gas emissions report. There are lots of opportunities to get involved and support wider action across the county.
Healthy soils and farmland for food, wildlife and flood resilience, supported by peatland restoration and planting.
Buying and using things in ways that are good for Cumbria’s economy and environment.
We also have a range of resources for anyone who is looking to make their business more sustainable, or interested in low carbon food.
Take a look at what’s coming up around the county.
Hosting your own event? Submit it as a listing below!
Events
Staveley & Ings Youth Drop-In
Staveley Pavilion StaveleyAre you in school years 6 to 11? Come grab a snack and hang out at the YPOS (Young People of Staveley) drop-in! This is a safe and fun space […]
Sustainable Brampton Harvest Market Cooking Demonstration
Brampton Farmers' Market Moot Hall Market Place Brampton, CA8 1RW Brampton Farmers' Market Moot Hall Market Place, BramptonA qualified chef (Steve) at Brampton Farmers' Market will demonstrate how to cook food using fresh produce provided by 13 food traders at this special Harvest market, offering free tasters […]
Community Apple Pressing Day
Lower Springs Road Lower Springs Road, Keswick, Cumbria, United KingdomSustainable Keswick are hosting a community apple pressing day. We welcome anyone to bring along their apples to press or just come along to discover more about apples growing in […]
Events
Take a look at what’s coming up around the county.
Hosting your own event? Submit it as a listing below!
Zero Carbon Cumbria in numbers
Just a few ways we have made an impact over the last 5+ years.
More from Zero Carbon Cumbria
Zero Carbon Cumbria Evaluation Report, 2019-2025
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Published in April 2026, this report focuses on the value of the partnership between participating organisations and stakeholders, and the impact of strengthened connections on climate action across the county.
Support for Community Renewable Energy Projects
Funding, governance & more
Futureproof Cumbria are working with the Centre for Sustainable Energy to bring Community Energy GO support to communities across Cumbria. Access free, expert advice to help you develop your community energy idea – whatever stage you’re at.
People's Emergency Briefing
film screenings
Find one near you
Futureproof Cumbria attended the UK’s first National Emergency Briefing on the Climate and Nature Crisis. Experts addressed impacts on health, food, security and the economy. Find a local film screening on their interactive map!
Zero Carbon Cumbria
Summit 2027
get involved
Whether you’re looking to demonstrate leadership, connect with decision-makers, or align your brand with bold environmental action, our sponsorship packages offer meaningful ways for businesses and organisations to get involved.
Decarbonisation policy and practice briefings
reports and webinars
Developed collaboratively by the University of Cumbria and Futureproof Cumbria as part of the Zero Carbon Cumbria Partnership, these four briefing papers explore how we can remove the barriers to decarbonisation in Cumbria.
Cumbria Sustainability Network Stories
inspiring community case studies
Communities across Cumbria are tackling the climate and nature crisis in many different ways. Between 2020-2025, number of projects were awarded funding through the ZCCP Community Climate Grants – here are just a few examples…
Cumbria Climate Assembly
Charter
show your support
The assembly has worked collaboratively to produce a set of recommendations to put people at the heart of climate decision-making. We invite you to support their vision for Cumbria by signing the ‘Cumbria Climate Assembly Charter’.
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