Nature’s coming home
This week we take a peek into the history and wildlife of Dothill Local Nature Reserve…
31 May 2023
A Lake For All Seasons
Our second ‘green space’ focus is Holmer Lake where stunning views and exciting wildlife meet industrial heritage and modern water management.
23 Mar 2023
If these trees could talk …
With spring in the air, we thought it was the perfect time to start exploring our local green spaces. They’re fun, they’re free, and they’re on your doorstep! Our first focus of the year is Apley Woods.
08 Mar 2023
Wildflower seeds sent to residents to support biodiversity
Telford & Wrekin Council has sent out packets of wildflower seeds to 145 residents and schools as part of its #Trees4TW campaign.
21 Jun 2021
Plastic Free Litter Picking in Telford and Wrekin
As part of Keep Britain Tidy, Telford and Wrekin organised a number of community litter picks to reduce plastic pollution in the Borough.
16 Jun 2021
Council delighted by response to climate change funding initiative
Telford & Wrekin Council has confirmed the organisations that have been successful in their application to receive a grant from the council’s Climate Change Fund.
24 May 2021
Making homes for swifts
Telford & Wrekin Council, the RSPB and idverde are building homes for swifts which will be put up on council buildings to encourage pairs to nest and breed.
29 Apr 2021
Preserving Local Green Spaces
A report presented to a meeting of Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet on Thursday 18 March approved the declaration of The Cockshutt as a recognised Local Nature Reserve.
18 Mar 2021
Household recycling rates continue to improve in Telford and Wrekin
Household recycling rates continue to improve across Telford and Wrekin, with the latest figures showing 47% of household waste was recycled in the borough in 2019/20, up 2.2% on the previous year.
16 Mar 2021
Working in partnership to reduce carbon impact
Telford & Wrekin Council is working in partnership with idverde to reduce carbon impact through provision of environmental services
15 Mar 2021
Taking a leading role in addressing the climate emergency
Telford & Wrekin Council’s carbon emissions fell by more than a third in the year after it declared a climate emergency in the borough.
12 Mar 2021
Take action for Food Waste Action Week
This week is Wrap's Food Waste Action Week (1-7 March). Did you know that 4.5 million tonnes of food is thrown away every year from our homes?
01 Mar 2021
Grants of up to £5K to bring your green projects to life
Have you got a great green idea that will help your business, group or school reduce its carbon footprint? Do you need funding?
19 Feb 2021
Recyclers lead the way on becoming carbon reducers!
Issued on behalf of Telford & Wrekin Council's waste and recycling contractor Veolia: Veolia thanks Telford and Wrekin residents as carbon footprint is reduced by over 20,000 tonnes
12 Feb 2021
Sustainable Resolutions
Would you like to reduce your impact on the environment? Start by setting yourself some sustainable resolutions, start slow and steady and set monthly goals or choose a different lifestyle choice every month.
29 Jan 2021
Schools' Ocean Trail Project
Telford & Wrekin Council and the British Ironwork Centre have announced a new partnership to create a Schools’ Ocean Trail which will highlight the importance of protecting our oceans and marine life.
30 Oct 2020