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This summer we've witnessed the effects of the climate crisis right here in our borough, but we can act against the tide.
By reducing emissions and adapting to protect our communities there's hope for the future.
Our August climate news shares how residents, businesses and community groups can all play their part.
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With Thames Water, we're taking action to reduce heat and flood risk whilst making our borough greener by investing in a £6m Sustainable urban Drainage System (SuDS) programme.
The SuDS will be made up of different solutions across Lambeth from trees to wetlands aimed at improving natural drainage and reducing pressure on our sewage system.
Read more in our recent blog.
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Would you like to get cycling? And influence other people in your community to cycle?
We’re looking for 30 local people to become community influencers and support others to get cycling – you’ll get free bikes, cycle training and more...
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Trees are crucial for trapping carbon, keeping us cool and cleaning our air, but recent hot weather has put them at risk.
London is facing drought warnings so we're being careful about the amount of water we use. However, by trapping surplus water (from washing up or showers) you can still feed our newly planted trees.
Check out our advice on protecting Lambeth's trees.
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Our Healthy Routes scheme developing safe, low traffic routes has seen five new "parklets" created at The Cut in Waterloo in partnership with Cyclehoop.
Local residents and businesses are now benefitting from cycle parking, public seatin and green planters.
Cyclehoop provides more details about the transformation.
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We're making cargo bikes mainstream. From picking up shopping to making deliveries, as our chosen photo shows, OurBike cargo bikes are for everyone.
Cheap, convenient and pollution-free, residents and businesses are picking up OurBikes across 7 locations in Lambeth.
The first two hours are FREE and then rental costs £3 per hour.
Pick up a bike near you.
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We're proud of the many small businesses in Lambeth who are are doing their bit for the planet - from refill stories to vegan cafes.
Wherever your business is along the journey to net zero, Better Futures+ is providing a free a package of support including tools, training and learning.
For more information visit Better Futures.
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We're celebrating and rewarding those in Lambeth making our borough greener for everyone to enjoy.
You can place your vote for this year’s Blooming Lambeth awards with prizes totaling £4,000. Entries close on 28 August 2022.
Visit Incredible Edible Lambeth to vote.
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We love hearing about how Lambeth residents are getting into cycling. You can make sure your bike is safe to ride for free by visiting a Dr Bike session.
There's sure to be one near you with 12 sessions happening across Lambeth in September.
Click here for a full list of locations.
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