Will plans for new 40 hectare solar farm in Barkham benefit Wokingham residents?
THE BOROUGH council has revealed plans for a new solar farm in Barkham –but a member of Wokingham Liberal Democrats questions the benefits residents will...
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Wokingham Borough Council approves new community energy scheme
THE council’s decision-making executive have approved plans for a local community energy scheme. Cllr Gregor Murray, executive member for resident services, communications and emissions described...
Pupil power will help reduce air pollution in Wokingham borough
A PUPIL has a strong message to the borough as we head into 2021: switch off your engine. Mahveen Rafay won a contest organised by...
‘Errors and gaps’ in the climate report, says Wokingham Labour
According to the leader of Wokingham Labour, there are gaps and errors in the council's Climate Emergency Action Plan....
Executive meeting: Council leader calls for residents to follow covid-restrictions to remain in Tier 1
Speaking at the executive meeting, Cllr John Halsall reiterated calls for the public to follow covid-restrictions and pledged to “eliminate poverty in the borough....
Green grants for home owners in Wokingham borough
Wokingham Borough Council is encouraging residents to apply for energy-saving grants....
LGA hosts climate change webinar for councils to learn about scrutinising plans
“We hope that our report will help councils to ... consider the impacts that scrutiny can play in terms of delivering on climate issues.”...
FROM THE CHAMBER: Action needed now on climate emergency plan
By Cllr Sarah Kerr When it comes to tackling both climate change and air pollution, it’s important to be pragmatic, particularly when you’re a local...
Council grants permission to destroy more than 50 trees
The destruction of wildlife across the borough provided a point of contention at last week’s planning meeting, when approval was granted to fell trees across...
Students invited to Youth Climate Conference next month
The Youth Climate Conference will include a Question Time-style debate, and tackle issues including sustainable fashion, climate justice, migration and transport. There is also a...