Sustainability and Climate
Sustainability is about looking after the environment and people. It is about using resources carefully to ensure that all people, now and for generations to come, have the resources and a healthy environment they need, to have a high quality of life.
Our economy, social well-being and environment are interdependent and progress in one area must not compromise progress in another.
By making small changes to our lifestyle we can reduce our impacts, help the environment and support the green economy in ways which make things better for all of us.
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River Ver footpath re-opened after major repairs
A popular footpath by the River Ver in St Albans has re-opened ahead of schedule after major repairs were completed.
Verulamium Park’s St Michael’s Street entrance reopened after new footpath installed
A temporary elevated footpath has been installed in a Verulamium Park flood plain to allow the reopening of its St Michael Street entrance.
Solar panels will cut harmful emissions and energy bills at Harpenden Leisure Centre
A project to equip Harpenden Leisure Centre with solar panels to reduce harmful emissions and cut energy bills has been completed.
Scheme to improve Verulamium Park lakes and adjoining meadow is approved
A major scheme to make lasting improvements to Verulamium Park’s artificial lakes and an adjoining meadow has been approved.
Solar Together returns – residents can boost renewable energy generation, cut carbon emissions and save on bills with solar panel initiative
Residents of Hertfordshire are coming together to invest in renewable energy sources through a group-buying scheme for solar panels and battery storage.
We are supporting Clean Air Night on Wednesday 22 January!
Residents and businesses in St Albans District are urged to avoid wood burning and back Clean Air Night on Wednesday 22 January.
Work to start soon on major project to Revitalise the River Ver
Work on an ambitious project to Revitalise the River Ver where it flows through St Albans is to gather pace this winter.
Grants of up to £20,000 available for projects to improve transport and energy sustainability in St Albans District
Grants of between £2,000 and £20,000 are available for sustainability projects in St Albans District linked to transport and energy improvements.
Give your views on our Air Quality Action Plan
Residents, businesses and community groups are urged to give their views on proposals to improve air quality across St Albans District.
Get your free guide on how to make your home more eco-friendly and cut energy bills
A free guide on how to make your home more energy-efficient and reduce your energy bills has been published.
Four Green Flag Awards for outstanding parks and open spaces in St Albans District
Four Green Flag awards have been presented to St Albans City and District Council in recognition of its outstanding parks and open spaces.
Tree warden scheme to be strengthened as part of new tree strategy
A network of volunteer tree wardens is to be strengthened as part of an updated tree strategy for St Albans District.
Residents offered 10,000 free trees for planting in St Albans District
Residents and community groups in St Albans District are to be given 10,000 free trees to help improve the local environment.
St Albans Greener Together launched – all urged to join the sustainability project
An exciting project to promote sustainability in St Albans District has been launched with everyone invited to become involved.
Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy for St Albans District is launched
A new sustainability and climate crisis strategy for St Albans District with the aim of achieving net zero by 2030 has been launched.