Sustainability and Climate
Sustainability is about looking after the environment and people. It is about using resources carefully to ensure that all people, now and for generations to come, have the resources and a healthy environment they need, to have a high quality of life.
Our economy, social well-being and environment are interdependent and progress in one area must not compromise progress in another.
By making small changes to our lifestyle we can reduce our impacts, help the environment and support the green economy in ways which make things better for all of us.
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Popular riverside footpath and bridge restored
Major improvements have been made to a popular 450-metre stretch of the River Ver trail in St Albans.
Butterfly population in wilding areas in St Albans District has increased by 350% in past three years
The butterfly population of parts of St Albans District has increased by 350% in just three years thanks to a major wilding programme.
Volunteer Tree Warden pilot scheme launched to protect and nurture trees
A new Tree Warden scheme has been launched in St Albans District to give residents an opportunity to care for their local environment.
Thousands of new trees to be planted in Verulamium Park; extensive new wildflower meadows to be created
More than 4,400 new trees are to be planted at Verulamium Park in St Albans and new wildflower meadows created.
Residents can apply for grants of up to £30,000 for energy efficiency improvements to privately-owned homes
Residents in St Albans District can apply for grants of up to £30,000 to make energy efficiency improvements to their homes.
Four 2025 Green Flag awards for outstanding parks and open spaces
Four Green Flag awards have been won by St Albans City and District Council in recognition of its outstanding parks and open spaces.
River Ver footpath re-opened after major repairs
A popular footpath by the River Ver in St Albans has re-opened ahead of schedule after major repairs were completed.
Verulamium Park’s St Michael’s Street entrance reopened after new footpath installed
A temporary elevated footpath has been installed in a Verulamium Park flood plain to allow the reopening of its St Michael Street entrance.
Solar panels will cut harmful emissions and energy bills at Harpenden Leisure Centre
A project to equip Harpenden Leisure Centre with solar panels to reduce harmful emissions and cut energy bills has been completed.
Scheme to improve Verulamium Park lakes and adjoining meadow is approved
A major scheme to make lasting improvements to Verulamium Park’s artificial lakes and an adjoining meadow has been approved.
Solar Together returns – residents can boost renewable energy generation, cut carbon emissions and save on bills with solar panel initiative
Residents of Hertfordshire are coming together to invest in renewable energy sources through a group-buying scheme for solar panels and battery storage.
We are supporting Clean Air Night on Wednesday 22 January!
Residents and businesses in St Albans District are urged to avoid wood burning and back Clean Air Night on Wednesday 22 January.
Work to start soon on major project to Revitalise the River Ver
Work on an ambitious project to Revitalise the River Ver where it flows through St Albans is to gather pace this winter.
Grants of up to £20,000 available for projects to improve transport and energy sustainability in St Albans District
Grants of between £2,000 and £20,000 are available for sustainability projects in St Albans District linked to transport and energy improvements.
Give your views on our Air Quality Action Plan
Residents, businesses and community groups are urged to give their views on proposals to improve air quality across St Albans District.