Solar energy the key to powering Hull’s carbon neutral future 22nd February 2022 Hull City Council have appointed specialists in the renewable energy sector to assess the feasibility of the council’s corporate sites for installation of a number of green energy projects. The council are looking at installing rooftop solar photovoltaics (PV), solar farms, wind turbines and solar canopies across their corporate sites. Hull City Council have appointed […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Climate changeenvironmentgreen energyGreenpowerSolar energySolar power
Hull residents invited to a day of “tree-mendous” fun at city woodland! 21st February 2022 Hull City Council are inviting people to “branch out” and take part in a free, fun-filled activity day of tree planting at a city woodland as part of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Members of the public are invited to take part in woodland planting, bushcraft, foraging, den building and other tree-related crafts tomorrow on […] Read more Environment News Regeneration
Plans approved for new ‘aquagreen’ to reduce flooding in east Hull 16th February 2022 An Environment Agency project to create a large “aquagreen” that will reduce flood risk to more than 870 properties and key infrastructure in east Hull has been given the go-ahead. Planning permission for the project at Castlehill has now been approved by Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council, and work is expected […] Read more Environment Living With Water News Planning AquagreenEast Riding of Yorkshire CouncilEnvironment AgencyFlood protection
Work begins on £11.7m Queens Gardens redevelopment 14th February 2022 Work begins today (Monday 14 February) on the £11.7m redevelopment of Queens Gardens in Hull. The first stage of the redevelopment will include the refurbishment of the Rose Bowl Fountain and the removal of the bandstand which is being relocated to Pickering Park. The first stage of works are due to be completed in June […] Read more Environment News Regeneration Councillor Daren HaleHull regenerationQueens GardensQueens Gardens HullQueens Gardens refurbishment
Two-for-one tree policy means Hessle Road is getting greener during footpath upgrade works 26th January 2022 Hull City Council has reassured residents and businesses in Hessle Road that 12 new trees will be planted to replace six that need to be removed because of pavement damage. The ongoing upgrade works in the west Hull thoroughfare have identified six trees that have outgrown their tree pits, causing their roots to damage the […] Read more Community and Living Environment News Transport & Streets 2030 Carbon Neutral StrategyHessle RoadTrees
Council approves new set of actions to tackle climate change 24th January 2022 Hull City Council have approved a new set of actions for tackling climate change at today’s cabinet meeting. The cabinet approved the Carbon Neutral Pathway and Delivery Plan, which sets a net zero target for Hull of 2045, which builds on the carbon neutral target for 2030 previously agreed by council. There will be additional […] Read more Environment News Regeneration 2030 Carbon Neutral Hull StrategyClimateClimate changeenvironmentNet Zero
New video launched to tell Hull’s story on tackling climate change 5th January 2022 Hull City Council have launched a new video which shows how Hull and its local businesses are taking action locally to confront climate change. It calls upon even more local businesses and residents to step up and join the fight against climate change. Produced by Reddoor, the short video shows how businesses like manufacturers Eltheringtons […] Read more Environment News 2030 Carbon Neutral Hull StrategyClimate changeenvironment
Vital flood defences at Victoria Pier completed 22nd December 2021 Works to install flood defences in Victoria Pier and Humber Dock Basin have been completed and the frontages will reopen to the public on Thursday 23 December. The £42 million pound Humber: Hull Frontage scheme was funded by the Environment Agency (EA) to provide tidal flooding protection to 130,000 properties in Hull. The EA removed […] Read more Environment News Climate changeEnvironment AgencyFlood defenceVictoria PierVictoria Pier Frontages flood defence scheme
Hull’s transformative £96m Albion Square development approved by Hull City Council’s Cabinet 20th December 2021 The £96m Albion Square development has been approved by Hull City Council’s Cabinet. The large development in Hull city centre will feature a mixture of residential, office and retail space, as well as a large urban park. The eco-friendly and environmentally responsible project will include solar panels, EV charging points and a bike hub where […] Read more Environment Leisure & Culture News Regeneration Albion Square HullCouncillor Daren HaleThree Ships MuralUrban park
University bike hire hub to boost ‘exercise, wellbeing and carbon reduction’ 15th December 2021 A new bike hire hub at the University of Hull will provide “exercise, wellbeing and carbon reduction” benefits to students and the city. The hub, located on the University’s campus, was officially opened on Monday 13 December at a ceremony attended by Hull City Council leader Cllr Daren Hale and John Marshall MBE, CEO of […] Read more Environment News Transport & Streets Bike hubR-evolutionThe University of Hull
Council commended at Green Fleet Awards 2021 2nd December 2021 Hull City Council’s efforts in leading the way on electric vehicles have been recognised at a national awards ceremony. The Green Fleet Awards 2021, held last night at the British Motor Museum in Warwick, highlight the public and private sector vehicle fleet operators leading the way in tackling climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and […] Read more Environment News Transport & Streets 2030 Carbon Neutral StrategyClimate changeelectric vehicles
Flood Action Week: How you can help shape new six-year plan to protect our region from flooding 24th November 2021 This Flood Action Week, the people of Hull are being asked to help shape a new flood risk management plan. Working with England’s lead local flood authorities, including Hull City Council, along with other risk management authorities, the Environment Agency has produced 10 draft Flood Risk Management Plans (FRMPs) for public consultation, one for each […] Read more Environment News Environment AgencyFloodFlood Action WeekFlood Risk Management PlanFloodingFlooding in HullLiving With WaterLocal Flood Risk Management Strategy
