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Volunteers and organisations come together for 24 hour wildlife survey

In Education, Green & blue spaces, Living and Nature on 18.07.2017
Contributed by Mike Beard

The recording of wildlife was led by Greater Manchester Ecology Unit and supported by the Natural Course project.

By understanding the ecology of the land The Woodland Trust can implement informed improvement measures for the benefit of wildlife in the area.

The aim of the day was to encourage staff, volunteers and members of the public to record as many species as possible over 24 hours. The evening before featured the nocturnal adventures of live moth trapping and a bat walk.

New Oldham-based tech accelerator to tackle UK 'poverty premium'

In Buildings, Culture, Economy and Society on 03.07.2017
Contributed by Anonymous (not verified)

A new generation of tech companies will seek to tackle the high costs of everyday goods and services faced by people living in poverty, thanks to a major acceleration programme that launched in Oldham last week.

Mayor makes pledge for Greater Manchester Clean Air Day

In Energy, Living and Transport on 13.06.2017
Contributed by Anonymous (not verified)

The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has pledged to do his bit to tackle air pollution for the first Greater Manchester Clean Air Day, taking place on Thursday 15 June.

ECOSTAR Natural Talents: training and support initiative

In Economy and Nature on 30.05.2017
Contributed by Krista Patrick

An exciting training and support initiative for young professionals and students has been set up to improve entrepreneurship and innovation skills tailored to the marketing and economics of ecosystems and biodiversity.

Manchester Museum and Manchester Climate Change Agency present at the United Nations

In Culture, Energy, Living and Society on 23.05.2017
Contributed by Stephanie Lynch

Manchester Museum and Manchester Climate Change Agency (MCCA) jointly presented Manchester’s approach to climate change engagement at the 5th Dialogue for Action for Climate Empowerment, held in Bonn in May.

Compassion or selfishness? The study that reveals a perceptions gap in values in Greater Manchester

In Culture, Living and Society on 19.05.2017
Contributed by Steve Connor

A Greater Manchester study into our values has found that an overwhelming majority of individuals in the region – 85% – prioritise ‘compassionate’ values, such as social justice, environmental protection, forgiveness and honesty above ‘selfish’ values, such as wealth and social status.

The Complete Beginners Guide to ‘Forest Schools’

In Education, Green & blue spaces and Nature on 09.05.2017
Contributed by Emma Ackerley

Over the last decade, the term ‘Forest School’ has likely popped up in a conversation you’ve been involved in. Whether you're vaguely aware of what Forest Schools are, or don't have a clue, this article will give you the full low-down on this engaging, outdoor, education ethos.

Greater Manchester Annual Environment Report 2016

In Energy, Green & blue spaces and Living on 10.04.2017
Contributed by Paul Dennett

As Chair of the Greater Manchester Low Carbon Hub, Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett reflects on the region's environmental achievements over the past year and discusses the opportunities and challenges we face ahead.

Greater Manchester becomes UK’s first WHO and UN Environment BreatheLife region

In Energy, Green & blue spaces, Health, Nature and Transport on 06.04.2017
Contributed by Anonymous (not verified)

Greater Manchester has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling air pollution by becoming the UK’s first member of the World Health Organisation (WHO) and UN Environment-led ‘BreatheLife’ cities network – with a pledge to meeting strict WHO air quality targets.