Work to protect Calderdale’s landscapes and wildlife and promote nature conservation and restoration is being outlined as part of a bold new Ecological Emergency Action Plan for the borough. Restoring nature in Calderdale offers a range of benefits, from enhancing climate resilience through improved carbon storage, to supporting biodiversity, reducing flood risk and improving air and… read more … about Launch of plan to protect and restore Calderdale’s natural environment>>
A new co-produced strategy, setting out a shared commitment to the north Halifax area over the next 10 years, is being considered by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet. The communities of north Halifax are on the outskirts of the town, including the villages of Ovenden, Illingworth and Mixenden. These communities benefit from many special qualities, including distinct… read more … about A shared commitment to north Halifax>>
Calderdale Council has approved an application by Calder Valley Skip Hire Ltd for an Environmental Permit to run a small waste incinerator plant at Belmont Industrial Estate in Sowerby Bridge. When determining the environmental permit, consideration had to be given to a number of factors, most importantly the protection of the environment and human health,… read more … about Calder Valley Skip Hire permit approved>>
Hebden Bridge sculptor, Sally Barker, is Artist in Residence at Ogden Water Nature Reserve and is inviting the public to come and see her work in a special Open Day on Saturday 23 November 2024. From 1.30 – 4pm members of the public will be invited to meet Sally and see the work she has… read more … about Artist in Residence Sally Barker to host open day at Ogden Water Nature Reserve>>
Press release from the West Yorkshire Flood Innovation Programme A successful bid for £36,000 is to be used to help improve the mental well-being of communities at risk of flooding. The bid for funding by West Yorkshire Flood Innovation Programme (WYFLIP) has been approved during the Environment Agency’s national Flood Action Week by Yorkshire Regional… read more … about Trailblazing project gets off the ground to improve the mental health of people at high risk of flooding>>
On the eighth anniversary of the Calderdale Flood Action Plan, the Council and partners are reflecting on progress and working with communities to support flood resilience this autumn and winter. This October marks eight years since the launch of the Calderdale Flood Action Plan, which was created following the floods of Boxing Day 2015. It… read more … about Supporting flood action and resilience>>
Climate action in Calderdale has been showcased on the national stage, with two prestigious award events highlighting the achievements of the borough’s sphagnum moss project. Gill Wrigley, the Council’s lead officer for the Calderdale Sphagnum Project, has been recognised on the Environment 100 list(external link), which celebrates the outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations dedicated to… read more … about Awards shine a light on peatland restoration>>
Todmorden residents are invited to have their say on updated plans for walking and cycling routes through the town. The Active Todmorden project is one of the eight projects which make up the £17.5 million Todmorden Town Deal programme, which is funded by the UK Government and overseen by Todmorden Town Board. Calderdale Council is… read more … about Changes afoot for Active Todmorden project>>
Calderdale’s burgeoning green sector brought in £725m to the region’s economy in just one year and is set for a growth explosion – a new report reveals today. And today the report authors urged businesses to “join the decarbonisation revolution” and snap up free expert support with growth in the sector predicted to soar. The… read more … about Calderdale businesses urged to join ‘decarbonisation revolution’ as report shows green sector brought in £725m to economy in a year>>
