Accelerating Cumbria’s shift to Electric Vehicles
As part of Cumbria’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2037, we need to reduce transport-related emissions by 93%. One key way to achieve this is by encouraging the […]
Emissions Reduction Action Plans Launched at Zero Carbon Cumbria Summit
This week marks a significant milestone in our journey towards a sustainable future, as the Zero Carbon Cumbria Partnership (ZCCP) publishes four sector emissions reduction pathways (ERPs) and action plans […]
Lake District access, transport and travel research results: appetite for change!
In October 2022 Action for Communities in Cumbria (ACT) hosted an event for the Lake District National Park (LDNP), exploring three research priorities of the LDNP management plan: How visitors […]
New Ullswater Bus bid to cut car journeys
A pilot initiative by Stagecoach is running a new Ullswater Bus service this summer. The service connects destinations such as Lowther Castle and Pooley Bridge with holiday accommodation around the […]
Staveley ebike scheme blazes trail
Owing to the success of Staveley’s ground-breaking ebike hire scheme, it’s organisers, community group Sustainability and Energy Network in Staveley (SENS) have published a comprehensive manual to inspire and support […]
Have your say on transport in the Lakes
Sustainable Travel and Transport in the Lake District Survey- Closes 26 June. ACTion with Communities in Cumbria is working with the Lake District National Park Partnership (LDNPP) to ask a wide range of […]
First sector group meeting bodes well for future progress
Four emissions sector groups consisting of 45 members in total from diverse Cumbrian organisations and businesses, met in-person on the 18th April to focus on the main sources of greenhouse […]
New electric vehicle chargepoints launched in Kendal
Residents of Kendal who are considering switching to an electric vehicle now have the option to charge up at the Peppercorn Lane public car park, thanks to two new fast […]
Half-price climate and carbon training for voluntary groups and social enterprises
If you’re with a voluntary organisation, community group or a social enterprise in Cumbria or the North East, you can take advantage of half price places on a full-day course […]