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Our Forum

In July 2019 Blackburn with Darwen Council declared a climate emergency and set a goal for the borough to be carbon neutral by 2030. The roadmap to achieve this goal is outlined in the Climate Emergency Action Plan (CEAP). 

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As part of the Action Plan, the Council created a People’s Jury on the Climate Change Crisis. The Jury brought together 26 residents who could be seen as a mini-population of Blackburn with Darwen, mirroring local demographics in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, ward area and attitude towards climate change.​

Our Forum

In July 2019 Blackburn with Darwen Council declared a climate emergency and set a goal for the borough to be carbon neutral by 2030. The roadmap to achieve this goal is outlined in the Climate Emergency Action Plan (CEAP). 

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As part of the Action Plan, the Council created a People’s Jury on the Climate Change Crisis. The Jury brought together 26 residents who could be seen as a mini-population of Blackburn with Darwen, mirroring local demographics in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, ward area and attitude towards climate change.​

Our Forum

In July 2019 Blackburn with Darwen Council declared a climate emergency and set a goal for the borough to be carbon neutral by 2030. The roadmap to achieve this goal is outlined in the Climate Emergency Action Plan (CEAP). 

​

As part of the Action Plan, the Council created a People’s Jury on the Climate Change Crisis. The Jury brought together 26 residents who could be seen as a mini-population of Blackburn with Darwen, mirroring local demographics in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, ward area and attitude towards climate change.​

Local projects

There are lots of exciting projects happening in Blackburn with Darwen. Take a look at some of the initiatives going on - by clicking on the links below you can find out how to get involved or read useful advice. The list doesn't stop there though: If you know a great community project, add it to our forum...

  • Community Organic Gardens
    Join a gardening or allotment group with The Lancashire Wildlife Trust.
     

  • The Prospects Foundation
    Hyndburn-based organisation running environmental community projects with a focus on young people.
     

  • Ribble Rivers Trust
    Improving, protecting and promoting the River Ribble for both people and wildlife.
     

  • Lancashire Volunteer Partnership
    Posting environmental volunteer positions in the local area. 
     

  • Burnley Reuse360 Shop
    Grab a bargain or donate your unwanted items to the Reuse shop.
     

  • ​Hubbub
    Platform sharing climate information and tips. Manchester-based Hubbub runs fun campaigns to engage people in climate action.
     

  • Super Slow Way
    Arts organisation based in Blackburn transforming public spaces along the Leeds to Liverpool Canal Corridor.
     

  • Keep It Tidy
    Volunteer in either Blackburn or Darwen to litter pick and keep streets clean.
     

  • BwD Food Alliance
    Bringing good, sustainably produced food to the BwD community. 
     

  • ​Carbon Co-op
    Provides green energy & insulation services and information on how to insulate your house. 
     

  • ​Roots & Shoots
    Sign your school up to Roots & Shoots with free resources, activities and awards for young people

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  • Community Clean Up
    Organise a community clean up to help keep Blackburn with Darwen free from litter.​

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  • SAMs Scrapstore
    Collects material that would otherwise be heading for landfill for community groups, individuals and schools to recycle and reuse.

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