A new climate action project in Fife dedicated to tackling carbon emissions has been awarded £200,000 of National Lottery funding.
Led by environment charity Greener Kirkcaldy, Climate Action Fife is the first project in Scotland to be funded by the new Climate Action Fund.
The 18-month initiative will bring together representatives of Greener Kirkcaldy, Fife Council, Fife College and Fife Communities Climate Action Network to pilot a range of activities.
These will include encouraging climate-friendly homes, gardens, food and holidays, as well as training and engagement events.
Studies into the potential for a Fife community renewable energy project, a community tree planting strategy and a cycling manifesto will also be carried out, while different approaches to getting more community groups involved will be tested.
According to a survey this year, 83% of Fifers believe climate change is an immediate and urgent problem, whilst 88% feel that individuals, communities, government and businesses should work together to tackle it.
Greener Kirkcaldy chairwoman Christine May said: “We are thrilled to be the first project in Scotland to be part of this exciting new fund, which will empower people and communities across the UK to take the lead in tackling the climate emergency.
“This is a key step towards our vision of a Fife where everyone is working together towards a low-carbon future.”
