If you were there, you’ll know that orange was the defining colour of Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Luton. Yellow was still appreciated, and there wasn’t quite enough blue in that sky over Stockwood Park. This being Zero Carbon Luton however, it’s the green that we’re interested in most. Festivals can have a big environmentalContinue reading “All the colours of the Big Weekend”
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Reducing waste with Green Doors
Green Doors is a Luton based company reducing waste from the construction industry. It was started ten years ago when plumber Joseph Holman found a set of french doors in a skip. Recognising the resale value of the doors, he went on to create a dedicated company that refurbishes and sells on second-life windows andContinue reading “Reducing waste with Green Doors”
Park & Ride scheme for Butterfield
Plans for a Park & Ride scheme on the east side of Luton have been on the drawing board for several years, and were granted planning permission this spring. It will be located at Butterfield Business Park on the edge of Stopsley, and aims to intercept traffic coming in from the three towns of Hitchin,Continue reading “Park & Ride scheme for Butterfield”
Green progress at Active Luton
A new solar array is now generating clean energy on the roof of High Town Community Centre. The 118 panels went live in February and will deliver approximately £11,000 in savings on the centre’s energy bills in the years to come. It will also reduce the carbon footprint of the building by around 10 tonnesContinue reading “Green progress at Active Luton”
Where are Luton’s EV charge points?
If you’re considering an electric car, then one of the most important things you’ll want to consider is where it will charge. Most people charge at home – that’s where 80% of EV charging happens, and it’s usually the cheapest option. Some people with their own charge points make them available to others through app-basedContinue reading “Where are Luton’s EV charge points?”
New community garden for peace and wellbeing
Father Luke Larner, priest in charge of Saint Andrews, Biscot, shares the vision for the new community garden and wellbeing hub they are creating at the church. Three years ago I was sent off to Bedford as an apprentice, or curate, as we call it in the church. I learned a lot, but we reallyContinue reading “New community garden for peace and wellbeing”
Could you host a Play Street?
Do children play on the street where you live? If so, lucky them! Traffic has made most streets in Luton unsafe for play, which keeps children indoors and affects their health and wellbeing. Adults have take too much public space and use it for their cars. If you’d like to help reclaim outdoor play forContinue reading “Could you host a Play Street?”
More climate champions for Luton schools
The second round of the Climate Action Teacher Champions programme has now concluded, with six more teachers trained and delivering a climate action plan for their school. Mayor of Luton, Councillor Yaqub Hanif, handed teachers their certificates in our final meeting, hosted at Stockwood Park Academy. “It was a really enjoyable programme,” said Raheela Saleem,Continue reading “More climate champions for Luton schools”
Bedfordshire University among greenest in UK
Bedfordshire University continues to rank among the greenest in the country, coming 3rd in the annual league from People and Planet. Out of 151 in the league, only Reading University and Manchester Met score higher. Beds has been among the top universities for several years, scoring first place last year. It reflects an ongoing focusContinue reading “Bedfordshire University among greenest in UK”
Visit the Festive Swap Shop in Luton Mall
A pop-up Swap Shop will open on Saturday 16th of December in the Mall, Luton. There’s a festive theme to the swap event, and an opportunity to find something new for the Christmas season – adult and children’s partywear, festive tops, jumpers and accessories. People have been dropping off outfits and items already, so thatContinue reading “Visit the Festive Swap Shop in Luton Mall”
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