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Environment
In June 2019, the WMCA declared a climate emergency and set a zero-carbon target for the West Midlands by 2041.
In 2020 we published a green paper to start a conversation about the actions required for the region to achieve its carbon target, whilst delivering an inclusive, prosperous, and fair transition that leaves nobody behind.
The analysis of the feedback from the consultation
coincided with the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and the WMCA produced “WM2041 – A Programme for Implementing an Environmental Recovery."
WMCA Environment Board
The Board was established to help WMCA become ‘best in class’ in terms of the delivery of ‘clean, inclusive and resilient growth’. The Board provides advice and support to WMCA activity, helping engage with wider stakeholder networks and activity, identify and scale up existing good practice within the WMCA area, and identify and secure resources to deliver new opportunities.
Our current programme activity is outlined below. You can find further information on our current activity in the Programme Activity section below.
We are currently producing the first Five Year Plan to accelerate our activity for delivering our net zero carbon target for 2041. The plan will be available in early 2021.
Latest Environment News
16 Mar 2021 - Hospital tree planting contributes to virtual forest
15 Mar 2021 - Old polluting cars crushed in mobility credit scheme
10 Mar 2021 - On-demand bus service launched at University of Warwick
9 Mar 2021 - WMCA launch Net Zero Pathfinder plans
9 Mar 2021 - Expert taskforce appointed to unlock publicly owned land
8 Mar 2021 - Cycle hire launch in Wolverhampton and Sutton Coldfield
2 Mar 2021 - Contractor appointed for National Brownfield Institute
1 Mar 2021 - Work begins on new Sprint bus routes
25 Feb 2021 - WMCA funds new training centre for mechanics of electric vehicles
25 Feb 2021 - New 'accelerator' will grow start-ups that tackle climate change
24 Feb 2021 - £30m investment in bus services through Dudley, Sandwell and Birmingham
23 Feb 2021 - Better Streets fund helps Wolverhampton families to get into cycling
18 Feb 2021 - Ten startups pioneering new 5G tech in West Midlands
16 Feb 2021 - New Gigafactory planned for Coventry Airport
Programme Activity
More about our programmes to reduce carbon emissions across the region by 2041
Circular Economy
Find out how we are kickstarting a Circular Economy for the West Midlands
Natural Capital
The quality of our natural environment and the way it links with the built environment is directly linked to our own health and prosperity.
West Midlands Virtual Forest
Join us in planting and tracking new trees in the region and see how our virtual forest grows.
Buildings
We want to protect as much greenfield land as possible and so our Single Commission Framework prioritises brownfield sites.
Regional Energy Strategy
Decarbonising our energy system is a key priority in delivering net-zero carbon by 2041.
Transport
One of the biggest challenges facing the West Midlands is decarbonising the transport network.
5 tips for sustainable living
5 budget saving tips to help you cut your carbon footprint