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Latest News
On this page we have some of the latest news items from around the world and locally relevant to sustainability and climate change. Please post any comments to let us know what you think. Some other news items can be found here.

UK Government extends the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme that provides grants for air source and ground source heat pumps has been expanded to include air-to-air pumps (air conditioning) and heat batteries. For eligibility criteria and more information click here .
pbates38
Nov 211 min read
António Guterres speech at COP30
The Secretary General of the UN delivers a sobering message to COP30 but there is hope if countries act and politicians do the right thing. "No one can bargain with physics, but we can choose to lead or be led to ruin" 🌎 António Guterres | Full Speech at COP30 #cop30
pbates38
Nov 181 min read
The Home Heat Pump Advantage - sign up to this free event to find out more about heat pumps
Join Futureproof Cumbria and Sustainable Arnside to find out more about heat pump technology. We'll cut through the jargon, bust common myths, and show you how heat pumps can make your home warmer, greener and more efficient. This free event is on Saturday 31st January 2026 at 14.00-15.30 in the WI & Village Hall, Orchard Road, Arnside. To book your place click here .
pbates38
Nov 141 min read
Bittern Countryside CIC Sustainability Conference
The Bittern Trust CIC and Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape are holding a Sustainability Conference on Saturday 15th November at the Educational Institute in Arnside. Click here for more details and registration.
pbates38
Oct 311 min read
Sustainable Arnside meets Lizzi Collinge MP
Organised by Greenpeace Lancaster & Morecambe, representatives from Sustainable Arnside and several other local groups met with our MP Lizzi Collinge recently to urge her to support the Climate and Nature Bill. Read the report in the Lancaster Guardian here .
pbates38
Oct 301 min read
Sign this petition about supermarket plastic
Sign this Greenpeace petition to stop supermarkets flooding us with throwaway plastic. Supermarkets have broken their plastic promises - and without pressure, they won't change. It's time for the government to step in. If enough of us speak out now, we can push them to take bold action in global talks this August. Sick of all the plastic? Add your name here .
pbates38
Oct 301 min read
Don't buy into deforestation law delays
We need our government to be open and honest about the threats posed by climate and nature breakdown. Clearly they believe otherwise, which is another reason why we need our MP to support the CAN Bill. Read the article here .
pbates38
Oct 301 min read
Overconsumption and ruin: before and after images
An exhibition in London highlighting the impact of the never ending development digital economy on our planet. Use the sliders to see before and after images. Click here to view the article.
pbates38
Oct 301 min read
UK is third highest exporter of plastic waste
According to Cleanhub the UK is the third highest exporter of plastic waste. Clearly we need to do much more to reduce our use of plastic. Read the article here .
pbates38
Oct 301 min read
Solar Power in Forests in South Korea
https://www.hindustantimes.com/technology/youll-never-look-at-solar-power-the-same-way-after-seeing-what-south-korea-s-doing-to-save-its-...
al9303
Sep 91 min read
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