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Businesses should declare a climate emergency

An official declaration of climate emergency puts a government on a “wartime mobilisation” that places climate change at the centre of policy and planning decisions. But it’s not just governments and public organisations that can declare a climate emergency; businesses can too.

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Demystifying net zero for small businesses

The UK Government is committed to reducing the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions by at least 100 percent by 2050, compared to 1990 levels.

This target is known as net zero and moving to a net zero carbon economy is now set in UK law. Most big firms will be forced to show how they intend to hit these targets, under proposed Treasury regulations.

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November: a month of Climate Hope

Community Interest Company Climate Action North is gearing up for a month of Climate Hope with a raft of events aimed at showcasing and encouraging positive, practical action to tackle the climate emergency.

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Net Zero Matters member spotlight: Jenny Connor

Proprietor of Dalton Moor Farm, and active member of Net Zero Matters Networking, Jenny Connor has scooped a raft of awards recognising the environmental achievements and credentials of her 24-acre farm holding located on the wild and windswept moorland in East Durham.

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Recycling has never been easier

Paula McMahon, civil engineer and chair of Engineering Together on Teesside, explains how to think about our impact on the natural world. These simple hints and tips help us contribute in meaningful ways by utilising the recycling facilities we have.

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Climate Action North supercharges efforts to tackle climate crisis

Community Interest Company Climate Action North is supporting three key campaigns that are all focused on tackling the climate and ecological crisis.

Great Big Green Week, the Marine Conservation Society Great British Beach Clean week, and the Global Week to #Act4SDGs all take place during September with thousands of events and activities taking place to help communities take action to tackle climate change, protect green spaces, and encourage others to get involved.

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