Sheffield residents call for more recycling in the city
Improvements will be made to Sheffield’s recycling collection services next year to make it easier for residents to recycle.
The changes will see:
- The addition of plastic pots, tubs, trays, aerosols, foil, and cartons into existing brown bins for recycling by 31 March 2026.
- In summer 2026, households will receive a 240 litre blue bin for paper and card, to replace the current 140 litre blue bin to make it easier to recycle paper and card.
- The addition of plastic films into existing brown bins by 31 March 2027.
Further information will be provided to all households prior to the changes taking place next year.
In the meantime, you can recycle the above items at your local Household Waste Recycling Centre.
Sheffield schools join Built for Change project to tackle climate crisis
The council's Transport, Regeneration and Climate committee have approved a grant fund to support twelve education settings across Sheffield as part of this exciting new project.
The climate is changing, and young people are some of the most vulnerable to the negative impacts of these changes. Settings have received support from charity Let's Go Zero to complete climate action plans, and will now receive funding for climate adaptation measures to reduce the impact of overheating and extreme rain events. These measures will also benefit the health, wellbeing and learning of young people.
£10m available to make homes warmer and greener
Over £10 million has been secured across two Government-backed initiatives - the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme and the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund.
The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme is being delivered in partnership with E.ON, to help improve energy efficiency for eligible households.
The Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund will deliver energy upgrades to around 1,300 council homes, helping residents to reduce energy bills and improve living conditions.
Both funds will prioritise homes with an EPC rating of D or below, along with other eligibility criteria. For further details see the links below.
Residential cycle parking rolls out across city
After trialing eight residential cycle parking hangars across Crookes and Walkley, the scheme is being expanded across the city. The next phase of hangars will be installed from October across Burngreave, Heeley, Meersbrook, Nether Edge, Park Hill Flats and Woodseats. Proposals to further expand the scheme in 2026 are being developed, and you can keep up to date with the project via the button below.
Renting a space in a hangar is £72 per year, and they are managed by third-party providers Falco UK (Crookes and Walkley) and Cyclehoop (rest of city).
Be flood ready
Following a historically dry spring and summer, there's a higher than usual likelihood of a wet and stormy autumn, with September rainfall far higher than average. The hot, dry summer has left the ground hard and vulnerable to flash flooding (Water situation: August 2025 summary - GOV.UK).
Connected by Water is a partnership of organisations working across South Yorkshire to help our people and places become more resilient to the impacts of heavy rainfall and flooding. Visit their website to find out how you can reduce the risks from flooding for yourself and others, and what to do during extreme rain events.
You can sign up for flood alerts for your area by clicking the link below.
Warm Homes Sheffield
Sheffield City Council’s Housing Energy Efficiency Team have launched a new website helping Sheffield residents to improve the energy efficiency of their homes. On the website, you can find:
- introductory guides and videos to help you to make your home warmer and save money.
- details of new and existing grant funding schemes.
- how to get personalised support with rising energy bills and the cost-of-living crisis.
Have you got the BetterPoints app?
BetterPoints is a free app which allows you to turn your steps, cycle rides, bus trips and more, into shopping vouchers or donations to local charities. The BetterPoints Sheffield scheme aims to encourage residents across the city to choose active travel to get around wherever and whenever possible, taking cars off the road in the city, reducing congestion and emissions, while helping to promote a healthier lifestyle.
To join in, download the free BetterPoints app and use it to record journeys made on foot, by bike, in a wheelchair, or by bus, tram or train.
Climate action for schools
The Good Life Schools project is looking for local community groups, businesses and charities to help Sheffield schools. Good Life Schools is a student-led, project-based learning journey that supports young people to reflect on what it means to live a good life in a world consumed by 'stuff'. Students in local secondary schools are designing and delivering real-world projects to tackle excessive consumption and boost community wellbeing. Your organisation could support students by:
- donating tools, materials or resources,
- sharing your expertise via a talk, workshop or school visit,
- partnering with a student group to bring a project to life.
SMEs apply now for the support and grants to reduce energy use
*Closing soon - act now to avoid missing out*
Dedicated support and funding for eligible businesses to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Through the Low Carbon Project, businesses can:
- receive free energy audits
- receive grants of up to £10,000 for energy improvements
- reduce energy costs
- become more competitive, resilient and productive
- potentially safeguard and create jobs through improved profitability and reinvestment of savings
- become a more environmentally friendly business by reducing carbon emissions.
Green skills courses for people in work
The Sheffield College have increased their range of green skills and sustainability short courses which have been created to offer adults in employment the opportunity to develop their knowledge in sustainable practices and technology.
Courses include a mixture of face to face and online learning, creating flexible qualifications in retrofit, sustainability and renewable technologies with an aim to provide the green skills of the future, supporting learners and employers with the transition to green economies and workforces.
National Lottery Awards for All England – Environment Fund
Funding of between £300 and £20,000 for up to two years available for community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live.
Suitable for: voluntary, statutory or community organisations.
Apply by Wednesday 17th December 2025.
Npower community fund for not for profit organisations
The npower Community Fund has grants of up to £100,000 available for not for profit organisations within 50m radius of their Leeds office, LS15 8ZA, with projects aiming to decarbonise and safeguard our world, support the growth of responsible businesses, promote social innovation or champion local skills or employment.
Day One climate exhibition
The excellent Day One art exhibition continues its journey around Sheffield at Sheffield Manor Lodge. The exhibition showcases the creative work of eighteen young people from across Sheffield around the theme of climate change. The exhibition aims to start conversations about climate change in communities that encourage people to take action and runs 27-30th October (with a launch event on the 23rd). Tickets are free but must be booked through the link below.
Water Wizardry half term fun!
Join Green Estate CIC at Manor Fields Park on Wednesday 29th October, 10am-2pm for a free family event, learning how Manor Fields Park stops our homes from flooding! The event is sponsored by Yorkshire Innovation Policy Partnership. During the day you can:
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Enjoy educational and fun activities for the whole family
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Join a walking tour of the park
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Chat with Green Estate staff and volunteers
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Refreshments and toilet facilities will be available
Where: The City Road entrance to Manor Fields Park, near the play area
The Sheffield Sustainable Market: Winter edition
Sheffield Action on Plastic are holding the Sheffield Sustainable Market: Winter edition on 22nd November, 11am - 4pm at Victoria Hall, Sheffield.
Applications are still open if you are a local maker who makes the best sustainable products and gifts or a business selling sustainable food and drink.
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