Alistair Brownlee trials our new e-cargo bikes
Alistair Brownlee has given his seal of approval to our new e-cargo bikes. Battery assisted with a large storage area, zero emissions and zero associated costs on road tax or parking, e-cargo bikes are perfect for local deliveries.
Organisations looking to become more sustainable can trial and e-cargo bike for free and discover the benefits of zero-emission travel. Find out more about trialling an e-cargo bike for free.
 Plans progress for a COVID-19 memorial wood
Almost 50 hectares of new public parkland including a COVID-19 memorial wood is set to be developed on the former South Leeds Golf course next to Middleton Park. The green space is to be created in partnership with the Leeds Hospitals Charity and will also be dedicated to frontline workers. 5km of walking trails, 9,000 trees and a wildflower meadow will provide space for reflection and recreation. Learn more about the proposed plans.
Construction of new South Leeds rail station set to commence this year
Construction work on the new White Rose railway station in South Leeds could now start as early as this autumn. The station is expected to connect communities such as Cottingley, Churwell and Millshaw to jobs, education and training opportunities. Great news for the climate as the station will signal better air quality and a reduction in road traffic. Find out more through our latest press release.
Climate Encounters Festival from Yorkshire Dance
From 2-4 July, Yorkshire Dance is asking how can we dance to a sustainable future? This short festival has a packed programme of film screenings, talks, workshops, and performances. Each event is ‘pay as you feel’ with much to get involved with online and in-person. Visit the Yorkshire Dance website for the full list of events.
 School Uniform Exchange
If you’re wondering what to do with outgrown uniform, look no further than Zero Waste Leeds’ School Uniform Exchange. A year on from its launch, the scheme has a searchable map and Facebook groups to help you find specific schools and get swapping. Gill Coupland from Zero Waste Leeds was recently interviewed on BBC Radio 5 Live about how the scheme reduces wastes and saves parents money. Find your school uniform exchange.
Leeds Glass Recycling
Last year Zero Waste Leeds helped our city to recycle 37% more glass than the year before. From top tips to an interactive map showing your nearest glass bank, their campaign is making it easier than ever to recycle your glass. Visit the Zero Waste Leeds website to learn more.
Leeds Acts Together
Leeds Climate Commission has launched a social media campaign to promote climate action in Leeds by local businesses and organisations. If your organisation or business would like to join the campaign, sign up for updates. Visit the Leeds Climate Commission website to learn more about #LeedsActsTogether.
 We always want to highlight organisations in Leeds that are taking steps to reduce their emissions and help tackle the climate emergency.
Search Laboratory, a global digital marketing company operating in Leeds, has committed to become carbon neutral by 2023. The company has taken impressive steps to hit this target including decommissioning its gas boiler and switching to a 100% renewable electricity supplier.
Other office improvements have included: the installation of electric vehicle charge points, paperless processing, window repairs, green travel incentives and a tree planted for every new employee!
Search Laboratory has been verified carbon neutral for its scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions and is now committed to analysing its supply chain to further reduce emissions.
Learn more about what Search Laboratory is doing to help tackle climate change.
If you’re a business, charity or other organisation and would like to share your story get in touch at climate.emergency@leeds.gov.uk.
Climate Emergency Advisory Committee
If you would like to have your say in a future CEAC meeting, please get in touch.
Contact climate.emergency@leeds.gov.uk and include “Open Forum” in the subject line for more information.
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