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Climate Action Plan in development to grow a more sustainable Bradford District

Press Release, 24 March 2025

The Sustainability Service has prepared a draft Climate Action Plan (CAP) which will be further developed based on expert advice and public consultation, and which will include a detailed Carbon Emission Reduction Pathway for the District. The Council has already made significant progress which means that Bradford is at the forefront of national activity to achieve net zero and attract significant investment for jobs and growth. Analysis of public consultation responses and stakeholder engagement session will be considered alongside recommendations from the Carbon Emissions Reduction Pathway.

Read the press release here about the draft Climate Action Plan.

Bradford Manufacturing Futures organisation formed to lead the way for decarbonisation

Press Release, 25 February 2025

The Bradford Manufacturing Futures (BMF) launch event was held Friday, 21 February in Bradford City Hall. The BMF is a non-for-profit organisation led by local manufacturers but supported by local government, local infrastructure companies, innovation organisations and service providers, to practically navigate the transition to Net Zero, avoiding risk and taking advantage of opportunities.

Read the press release here from Bradford Manufacturing Futures.

Plans to expand the electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the Bradford district

Press release, 27 January 2025

Bradford Council is seeking approval to proceed with the phased LEVI Grant Funded Programme for the delivery of additional electric vehicle infrastructure within the district, to be delivered by an experienced EV solutions contractor.

Read the full press release on Electric Vehicle Infrastructure here.

100% electric gritter added to the Bradford Council fleet for the winter season

Press release, 19 December 2024

In support of our ambition to protect and enhance the environment, Bradford Council are trialling an EV gritter which is 100% electric and has a range of up to 170 miles, enabling it to complete gritting routes with ease.

Read the full press release for the Electric Gritter

Bradford landmark Low Carbon Hydrogen project event

Press release, 27 September 2024

Industry leaders, council officials, stakeholders and climate experts descended on Bradford today (27 September) to discuss how the city’s landmark hydrogen project can be central to the region’s low-carbon future.

Read the full press release for the Hydrogen event here.

Bradford Clean Air Zone £4m grant funding for fully electric Bradford licenced taxi vehicles

Press release, 30 November 2023

£4.1 million of Clean Air Zone grant funding is now available for the Bradford Licenced taxi trade to assist with the running costs of a fully electric hackney Carriage or Private Hire Vehicle. Applicants can choose to purchase or take out a long-term lease (minimum 2 years lease at time the grant agreement is signed and returned) to be eligible for the grant.

Read the full press release about EV taxi grants here.