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>>
Organisations with ambitious plans for cultural activities in Calderdale are invited to apply for grant funding of up to £15,000. Calderdale’s Year of Culture (CultureDale(external link)), is being celebrated throughout 2024 and until April 2025, with a programme of creativity and activity to celebrate the borough’s 50th anniversary. To ensure that the benefits of Culturedale… read more … about Grant scheme offers cultural opportunities>>
Calderdale residents who are passionate about making a difference, are invited to take part in an exciting new initiative, helping to shape climate action and supporting work to make Calderdale homes warmer, healthier and cheaper to heat. Calderdale Council, working in partnership with Carbon Co-op, and Todmorden Learning Centre. is progressing work on the Calderdale… read more … about Join the Citizens’ Jury helping to shape climate action>>
A Calderdale Council employee has been recognised for their commitment to climate action, as a finalist in the Environment 100 awards. Gill Wrigley, the Council’s lead officer for the Calderdale Sphagnum Project, has been included on the Environment 100 list(external link), which celebrates the outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations dedicated to creating a greener… read more … about National recognition for Council’s ‘peatland pioneer’>>
A new partnership strategy, setting out a shared commitment to the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector is being reviewed by Calderdale Council’s Cabinet. Calderdale Council has a proud record of supporting and working in partnership with a thriving and resilient VCSE sector. In recent years, the importance of the sector has been particularly… read more … about Supporting Calderdale’s thriving voluntary sector>>
During Volunteers’ Week(external link), the Council is encouraging people to spread some Calderdale kindness and take up a volunteering role, including the once-in-a-lifetime chance to be part of the Year of Culture 2024(external link). Volunteers’ Week (Monday 3 – Saturday 8 June) is a national celebration of the amazing contributions volunteers make to communities, and… read more … about A landmark year to volunteer in Calderdale>>
Calderdale Council’s innovative work to tackle the climate emergency has received national recognition as one of only 10 councils shortlisted in the Net Zero category of the prestigious LGC Awards. The awards, which are held annually by the Local Government Chronicle (LGC), recognise the best of local government innovation and service delivery. The Net Zero… read more … about National recognition for net zero progress>>
Calderdale Council is looking for people to get involved in a unique volunteering opportunity – to be part of the team at what’s said to be the world’s tallest folly. At 77 metres tall, Wainhouse Tower has dominated the Halifax skyline for almost 150 years and offers stunning panoramic views of the local landscape. The… read more … about Bring Calderdale’s history to life with new volunteering opportunity>>
A programme of tree planting has been taking place at Council-owned sites across Calderdale, with support from local schools and businesses. National Tree Week takes place each year in late November/early December, marking the start of the winter planting season. To support this initiative, the Council facilitated the planting of 300 trees on the boundary… read more … about Tree planting programme takes root>>
