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Westmorland and Furness Council has been confirmed as this year’s winners of the ‘Local and Public Sector Net Zero Transformation Award’ at the 2025 Green Energy Awards, hosted by Regen.

Westmorland and Furness Council says it is determined to tackle the issue of ‘unacceptable’ amounts of litter along the verges of the A590 approaching Barrow.

Council decarbonisation plans aimed to get Westmorland and Furness to a carbon net zero position by 2037 have been given an additional boost, thanks to £1.75 million in funding for works at four key buildings.

Westmorland and Furness Council has been shortlisted for the ‘Local and Public Sector Net Zero Transformation Award’ at the 2025 Green Energy Awards, hosted by Regen.

Wildflower project in Eden sees thousands of plugs planted to create pollen-rich habitats for pollinators.

Residents, businesses, and visitors still have time to share their views on the future of electric vehicle infrastructure in Westmorland and Furness.

Council launches new tree and hedgerow planting grant to help local groups, schools, and landowners, plant trees and hedgerows in their communities.

Westmorland and Furness Council has kicked off a six-month trial to power its newer fleet of vehicles with biofuel, marking a major step in its ambition to be carbon net zero.

Residents, businesses and visitors are being invited to help shape the future of electric vehicle infrastructure in Westmorland and Furness.

Council invites local businesses, community groups, charities and schools to share their views on a potential new Circular Economy Hub for the area.