Fylde Council is pleased to announce that BDP has been commissioned to develop a comprehensive Climate Change Strategy and Implementation Plan for the Borough.
Fully funded by Fylde’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocation, the strategy will outline how the Council plans to tackle the climate crisis and identify the roles and responsibilities of individuals and departments within the Council needed to achieve these objectives.
Councillor Tommy Threlfall, Lead Member for Environment, commented, “This is a significant step forward in Fylde Council’s commitment to sustainability.
“The Climate Change Strategy will provide a clear roadmap for us to reduce our carbon footprint and create a greener, more resilient borough. We already have some fantastic initiatives working towards this including tree planting schemes, water refill stations and electric vehicle charging stations.
“By working with BDP, we are confident that we can develop a plan that will benefit both our residents and the environment.”
The Council recognises the numerous opportunities and challenges associated with sustainability and aims to:
- Understand the Council’s current initiatives and commitments related to climate change, including identifying and addressing data gaps.
- Engage with Council members and key stakeholders to gather input and raise awareness.
- Identify and prioritize areas for emission reduction and wider sustainability performance.
- Develop specific objectives and actions across key areas such as energy, carbon, water transport, waste, biodiversity, and climate change adaptation/mitigation.
- Produce a comprehensive climate change strategy with defined goals, measurable actions, and a detailed Implementation Plan outlining timelines and responsibilities.
Lucy Townsend, Head of Sustainability at BDP, said, “We are excited to collaborate with Fylde Council on this important project. The fight against climate change requires a collective effort, and the Council’s commitment to developing a climate change strategy demonstrates their dedication to reducing emissions and protecting the local community.”
The UKSPF-funded project is expected to conclude with a final report in Spring 2025.
This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills.
For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus