Future Directions CIC action on climate change
In light of the recent climate discussions at COP26 in Glasgow, not-for-profit social care provider, Future Directions CIC, share how their Green Superheroes project will help make a difference.…
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Climate friendly gardening
There are plenty of ways you can take action against climate change in your own backyard or local greenspace.
Seeding the Change
Seeding the Change are running weekly gardening sessions and community events for local residents.
Change how you travel
Reduce your travel emissions
Change what you eat
Eat more plant-based foods, reduce your food waste and buy local produce to shrink your environmental footprint.
Change your energy use
Energy used in buildings accounted for around 20% of total UK emissions in 2022. Reducing your household energy use by switching to a renewable energy supplier or purchasing a heat pump will help…
The GMEF Launches 'Menu for Change' Initiative with Open Kitchen
The GMEF and Open Kitchen are collaborating to reduce corporate food waste and channel funds into community food-growing projects across Greater Manchester.
Common crane
As the UK’s tallest bird the common crane is instantly recognisable with the ruffle of tail feathers and very long legs. Their bugling call is also very distinctive.
Tropic of South Manchester
Sharing greener ways to live and create positive discourse about climate change
Meadow crane's-bill
Meadow crane's-bill has striking violet flowers that pepper hay meadows, verges and grasslands with colour in summer. It is also a popular choice for gardeners and attracts a wide variety of…
Bloody crane's-bill
Bloody crane's-bill has striking magenta flowers that pepper our rare limestone pavements, grasslands and sand dunes with summer colour. It is a favourite of all kinds of insects, including…
Single-Use Carrier Bag Charge
Charges from single-use carrier bags in the UK are intended to be used to support environmental causes. Find out how your proceeds can support nature in Greater Manchester.