Climate Change
The Climate Change agenda has gained a much higher profile at both a national and international level. There is a very strong consensus in the scientific community that climate change is occurring and that humans are the cause.
Everyone has a carbon footprint.This is the amount of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere by people's actions.
The greenhouse effect is a naturally occurring phenomenon that's intensified by human activity.
Dover District Council is taking positive steps to help combat climate change.
By changing our habits, and adapting the way and amount we travel, we can help the environment.
Local Authorities report greenhouse gas emissions to align with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
Dover District Council is part of the Kent Air Quality Partnership, which works towards improving the quality of Kent's air.
Support for businesses tackling and adapting to climate change.
Ordinary people acting together in formal or informal groups can achieve great things. Groups of all sizes and communities are taking meaningful action to help reduce global emissions.
Links to other organisations providing advice and information on climate change.
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