Local improvements include the future Didsbury–Stockport Metrolink extension, more zero-emission buses, and expanded active travel routes — putting cleaner, more reliable travel at the heart of our area’s future.

🔗 jeffsmithmp.com/2025/08/07/d...

Here in Greater Manchester, the Bee Network is transforming how we get around — joining up buses, trams, walking & cycling routes, aiming for 50% of trips by sustainable transport by 2040.

🔗 beeactive.tfgm.com

🏘️ In Manchester Withington, Southway Housing’s Arrowfield retrofit project has upgraded 400 homes to cut energy use and lower bills for residents — a great example of local climate action in practice.

⚙️ The Green Skills Academy is helping local people gain new careers in renewables, retrofitting and EV technology — supporting the UK’s shift to clean energy while boosting skills in our city.

🔗 www.gceducationandskills.ac.uk/green-skills...

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🎒 As part of plans to install solar panels in more than 250 schools nationwide, Ladybarn Primary School here in Manchester is set to benefit. I raised the project in Parliament recently, and look forward to seeing the savings go back into teaching.

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That change is already happening in Manchester.

At Withington Hospital, solar panels and heat pumps are being installed on the new Community Diagnostic Centre — helping cut NHS energy bills and emissions. ☀️

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And on Chorlton Ees, the City of Trees project is planting species like goat willow, hornbeam, alder and oak — creating new woodland for people and nature.

🔗 www.cityoftrees.org.uk/about

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Locally, Chorlton Park’s new Sponge Meadow is using natural techniques to capture rainwater, support wildlife, and reduce flood risk on our doorstep.

🔗 gmet.org.uk/Chorlton-Par...

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Nationally, the UK is planting two new national forests with £1bn of funding — helping restore nature at scale, capture carbon, and create green jobs.

🔗 www.gov.uk/government/n...

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Here in Manchester, the city’s Climate Change Action Plan is driving local progress: from cutting emissions and improving air quality to greening our streets and buildings.

Find out more:

🔗https://www.manchester.gov.uk/info/500370/zero_carbon_and_climate_change/9065/climate_change_action_plan

The message from the UK at COP30 is clear: climate action means lower bills, better jobs, and a safer future.

From wind power to home insulation, we’re investing in the transition to cleaner, cheaper energy for everyone. [2/3]

🔗 www.gov.uk/government/n...