Community climate action

Enabling community climate action

Achieving net zero relies heavily on societal and behavioural changes, with local communities playing a pivotal role in addressing climate change. Community-driven initiatives deliver environmental, social, and economic benefits while tackling inequalities tied to climate change impacts.

Often facilitated and supported through the Council’s Locality Neighbourhoods and Communities Area Teams, residents, faith groups, schools, and voluntary organisations collaborate on initiatives such as community growing, upcycling, tree planting, energy saving tips and litter picks, which align with national themes like No Mow May, Cycle September and Clean Air Day.

Local climate action successfully fosters social inclusion, reduces inequalities, and improves physical and mental wellbeing.

Mitigation and adaptation actions

• Community Climate Fund (from BITC) to deliver significant funding and in-kind support
• Develop Bradford Council Climate Action Network (BCCAN) for employees
• Awareness raising campaigns
• Share opportunities, funding and best practice
• Develop platforms for regular and meaningful ‘Community Conversations’