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Cheshire West and Chester Council declared a Climate Emergency in 2019, setting ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions and create a greener, healthier borough. Residents have a key role to play — small everyday actions add up to significant change.
This hub brings together practical ways you can act in your home, community and daily life to support the Council’s climate goals.
♻️ Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Your everyday choices around consumption, waste and resources matter. Building on our Circular Economy page, residents can:
Reduce single-use items and unnecessary packaging Reuse and repair items instead of discarding them Refill and compost to divert waste from landfill Buy local and seasonal products
Learn more: Circular Economy in Cheshire West
🚶 Active Travel: Walk, Cycle, Wheel
Switching short journeys from cars to walking, cycling or wheeling reduces carbon emissions and improves health. The Council is investing in safer streets, crossings and routes to make active travel easier for everyone.
Walk for short trips and errands Cycle to work or school, including e-bikes for longer distances Wheel with mobility aids on improved accessible paths
Learn more: Active Travel in Cheshire West
🔌 Energy at Home
Energy use in homes is a major source of emissions. Residents can make a difference by:
Reducing energy use through smarter heating, lighting and appliances Insulating lofts, walls and floors Considering low-carbon heating solutions such as heat pumps Switching to renewable or low-carbon energy tariffs
Learn more: Energy and Homes in Cheshire West
🌳 Nature and Biodiversity
Creating space for nature supports both the climate and your local environment:
Plant trees and wildlife-friendly gardens Support local land management and biodiversity projects Conserve water and reduce garden chemicals Protect green spaces and encourage community nature projects
Learn more: Nature and Climate in Cheshire West
🍽️ Food and Sustainable Shopping
What you eat and buy can have a huge environmental impact:
Reduce meat and dairy consumption Buy local, seasonal, and minimally packaged foods Cut food waste by planning meals and storing food correctly Choose products with lower carbon footprints and ethical production
Learn more: Sustainable Shopping in Cheshire West
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Community Action
Individual action is powerful, but working with others multiplies impact:
Join local climate and sustainability groups Support active travel initiatives, tree planting or community energy projects Encourage schools, workplaces and neighbours to take action Share tips and successes to inspire your community
Learn more: Community Action in Cheshire West
đź“Ś How this ties to the Council Plan
Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Climate Emergency Response Plan sets ambitious goals, including:
Reducing car travel by 25% by 2025 Supporting low-carbon homes and businesses Expanding walking, cycling and wheeling networks Protecting green spaces and biodiversity
By acting in your daily life — from travel to waste, energy and community projects — you are directly supporting these objectives.
đź‘Ł Next steps for residents
Pick one area to start:
Active Travel, Circular Economy, Energy, Food, Nature, or Community Make one small change this week (e.g., cycle to work, start composting)
Share your actions and inspire others
Explore Council programmes, funding, and projects you can join
Together, small choices create a big difference in Cheshire West.
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