Why solar energy will help power Hull’s future 5th November 2021 World leaders are at Cop26 in Glasgow this week discussing the global response to climate change. In Hull, the local authority has already pledged to be carbon neutral by 2030. This pledge includes various bold changes and strategies, one of which involves embracing and utilising solar power. Hull City Council is keen to install solar […] Read more Environment News COP26Councillor Rosie NicolaHull 2030 Carbon Neutral StrategySolar energySolar power
Energy efficiency scheme hands out £100,000 to help Hull businesses go One Step Greener 3rd November 2021 Hull City Council has provided almost £100,000 in grants in the first year of the Hull Business Energy Efficiency Scheme, which helps businesses in the city become more energy efficient and save money. The local authority launched HBEES in September 2020 to support small and medium-sized enterprises in their efforts to become more energy efficient […] Read more Business Environment News Regeneration #OneStepGreenerCOP26energyhbeesHull Business Energy Efficiency Scheme
Council leader to speak about climate change ambitions at COP26 summit 29th October 2021 Hull City Council leader Daren Hale is set to speak about how the city is taking action to tackle climate change locally at the COP26 climate change summit taking place in Glasgow next week. On Tuesday November 2, Councillor Hale will be part of a panel led by Hull-based global hygiene, health and nutrition […] Read more Environment News 2030 Carbon Neutral StrategyCOP26
Humber unites ahead of COP26 to lead drive to net zero economy 25th October 2021 Businesses, public sector organisations, schools, colleges and communities from across the Humber have come together to lead the fight against climate change ahead of the COP26 climate change conference. Last week’s five-day Waterline Summit involved 100 speakers at 26 separate events, engaging tens of thousands of people. Covering a wide range of topics, it aimed […] Read more Environment News 2030 Carbon Neutral StrategyClimate changeCOP26waterline summit
Hull City Council supports businesses looking to go green at ‘Road to Net Zero’ event 15th October 2021 Hull City Council will be assisting businesses in Hull to reduce their costs, energy consumption and carbon footprint at an event at Hull City Hall on Monday 18 October. Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise Partnership’s (HEY LEP) Flagship COP26 event – HEY on the Road to Net Zero – is taking place on Monday […] Read more Business Environment News Regeneration Hull and East Yorkshire Local Enterprise PartnershipRoad to Net Zero
Climate change film to focus all eyes on the Humber at COP26 14th October 2021 A new documentary film will show world leaders the vital part the Humber has to play in the fight against climate change. “Eyes on the Humber” will be shown as part of COP26, the United Nations Climate Change Conference being held in Glasgow from November 1-12. Described as “a story of hope”, it will highlight […] Read more Environment Living With Water News Climate changeCOP26Hull 2030 Carbon Neutral Strategywaterlinewaterline summit
East Park and Pearson Park celebrate Green Flag Award 14th October 2021 Hull City Council is celebrating Green Flag Awards for Pearson Park, which has been successful in attaining the award for the first time, and for East Park, which has retained the award for a further year. The Green Flag Award recognises the international quality mark for parks and green spaces. The scheme, managed by environmental […] Read more Environment Leisure & Culture News Councillor John FarehamCouncillor Rosie NicolaEast ParkGreen FlagPearson Park
Have your say on flood risk strategy 8th October 2021 People in Hull are being invited to have their say on a six-year plan to protect the city from flooding. As the Lead Local Flood Authority, Hull City Council produces a Local Flood Risk Management Strategy (LFRMS) every six years. The strategy aims to increase flood awareness and resilience among people, communities and businesses living, […] Read more Environment Living With Water News Cllr Dean KirkFlood defenceFloodingLiving With Water
New Holderness Road crossing improves safety for pedestrians and cyclists 7th October 2021 Work to install a new pedestrian crossing in Holderness Road has now been completed. The new crossing, at the junction with Southcoates Lane, will increase safety for pedestrians using this busy thoroughfare. A route for cyclists travelling east out of the city has also been installed on the pavement so that a lane for traffic […] Read more Environment News Transport & Streets active travelEast HullHolderness Roadroad safetySouthcoates Lane
Councillors, MPs and businesses join forces to ‘make voices heard’ on Hull rail electrification 7th October 2021 Local councillors, MPs and businesses are being urged to join forces to make the case for electrifying and upgrading the railway lines in and out of Hull, amid fears rail infrastructure investment plans could be watered down. Councillor Daren Hale, leader of Hull City Council, has written to councillors, MPs and businesses across Hull and […] Read more Business Environment News Transport & Streets Councillor Daren HaleElectrificationintegrated transport planNorthern Powerhouse RailrailwaysRishi Sunak
Hull City Council supports carbon neutral ambitions with promotion of renewable energy and low carbon technologies 29th September 2021 Hull City Council is committed to identifying and promoting green solutions and technologies within the city. The council is looking to appoint consultants to undertake detailed feasibility and project development studies for the possible installation of solar photovoltaic arrays and complementary energy system technologies to the rooftops of the Council’s corporate buildings. The technologies would […] Read more Environment News Regeneration 2030 Carbon Neutral StrategyCouncillor Rosie NicolaHull City Plan
The Deep announces support for The Great Big Green Week 9th September 2021 The Deep in Hull is supporting a national campaign this month highlighting the need for urgent action on climate change. Ahead of COP26 and the United Nations Climate talks, The Great Big Green Week will see thousands of people taking part in events all over the country between 18-26 September. Family friendly science demonstrations will […] Read more Environment News What's on The DeepThe Great Big Green Week
