When we think of climate change, usually our thoughts go straight to the Amazon Rainforest or the melting ice caps of the Arctic. The challenge we face can often feel overwhelmingly large or too far away to have a real impact on, but climate change and the ecological crises are right here on our doorstep and the good news is, the solutions are right here too.
The Carbon Landscape is in a unique position to offer a valuable insight into tackling climate change head on. We have restored over 335 hectares (a hectare is the size of a football field) of important habitat including our rare peatland habitat across Greater Manchester which each year help to soak up more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Peatlands only cover 3% of the world’s surface but they store twice as much carbon as all of the forests in the world.
Our Youth Summits attracted over 50 participants and the events were an overwhelming success. We have gone on to run more events like this to get young people interested and making a difference to the nature on their doorstep.
