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Was print format from 2012 to 13. Now web only. All things climate and resilience in (Greater) Manchester.

#Trafford Breathe Clean Air Group says “Supreme Court Ruling Could Stop Incinerator”

So, here’s another press release from the busy and determined folks at the “Breathe Clean Air Group”.  (See MCFly stories here and here, among others.) On 1st May, the UK Supreme Court declared that the Government is failing in its … Continue reading

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New website for user reviews of heating and insulation #Manchester #climate

A ‘crowdsourcing’ website where people can leave reviews of heating and insulation products and services has been launched. Created by a small team of academics at the School of Environment and Development, University of Manchester, it can be found here: … Continue reading

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Upcoming Event: Black Environment Network Conference 2013 Weds 15th May #Manchester

Black Environment Network Networking Conference and AGM 2013 Date & Time of Event:  Wed, 15/05/2013 – 09:00 to 17:00 Venue:  Luther King House, Rusholme, Manchester The aim of the Black Environment Network (BEN) Networking Conference is: • to showcase the range of environmental … Continue reading

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Stevenson Square in city-centre #Manchester as “green oasis”? Funds sought…

Want to know more? Pledge dosh even?  Click here.

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MCFly gets its MoJO back!!! “Monthly Journal Overview” returns! #manchester #climate #academia

MOJO April 2013 This month’s MoJO features a paper from the journal Cities exploring the history of climate change and policy in Manchester, along with a number of articles discussing our city and climatic issues. To find out more about … Continue reading

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A #Manchester “cycling revolution” just a mouse click away? Sign the petition…

Transport for Greater Manchester are trying to get some money out of central Government to improve cycling in the city.  Why not help them out, it will take literally a second.  No registration, no spam – just one second… Click … Continue reading

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Video – “Carbon Omissions: how the UK outsourced its carbon footprint”

See the website here. Disclaimer: The animator, Leo Murray, is a friend. He also did this video “Wake Up Freak Out” a few years back.

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Kevin Anderson: “why the near-collapse of Europe’s carbon-trading scheme could be good for reducing emissions” #Manchester #climate

Professor Kevin Anderson of the Tyndall Centre will be addressing the Economy Scrutiny Committee of Manchester City Council on Weds May 22nd at 10am. That will take place at Manchester Town Hall, and you don’t need a ticket or anything … Continue reading

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Petition: Transport for Greater #Manchester (TfGM): Commit to bold targets & sustained funding in Cycling City Ambition bid

Here’s a petition for you to think about signing.  (Blurb below) Both MCFly editors cycle, btw. Love Your Bike urges people to support Greater Manchester’s Cycling City Ambition Grant bid. We believe a great city has to be a safe … Continue reading

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Competition (for students): £500 for “most creative way to get people eating a more sustainable diet.”

We got this press release…  Closing date is midnight Sunday, June 9th 2013. Friends of the Earth, People & Planet and the NUS are offering students £500 for the most creative way to get people eating a more sustainable diet. … Continue reading

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