Clean up our air this #CleanAirDay
This Clean Air Day on 15 June, come and visit our award-winning Air Quality Team, the Council’s Climate Team and Sustainable Merton at Wimbledon Piazza from 12-5pm
Category Archives: Environment
Energy matters – Small changes that make a difference
With stubbornly high energy prices, utility bills continue to be a major household cost. Where possible, small changes around the home during the summer months can help save money on […]
Biofriendly weed killer trial in Merton
As part of our efforts to build a more sustainable future in Merton, the Council is beginning a trial of more biofriendly weed killers to test the viability of using […]
Industrial action by idverde staff
Some idverde staff who provide grounds maintenance and horticultural services on behalf of the council, are starting two days of strike action today (Tuesday 30 May and Wednesday 31 May) […]
Merton Council team wins award for work to improve air quality
Merton’s Air Quality Team has put Merton on the international stage for their work tackling air pollution throughout London. The team won the prestigious Innovator of the Year category at the […]
EV charge points will make Merton best-equipped Outer London borough for electric vehicles
Merton, in partnership with char.gy, has now installed over 250 new on-street lamppost charge points for electric vehicles – half-way towards its target of over 500 additional on-street chargers. The […]
Don’t miss your chance to play the most exciting game in Merton
The Beat the Street Merton game launched on 15 March with more than 14,670 participants signing up in its first week. Together these participants have walked, cycled, and rolled their way […]
£1.3 million in funding confirmed for local neighbourhood projects
Merton Council has announced a further £1.3 million in funding for 22 community projects across the borough, to support and strengthen local sports groups, community-led environmental projects, and the growing […]
Merton Council approves Climate Delivery Plan for Year 3
Merton’s Council’s Cabinet last night approved the Climate Delivery Plan for Year 3 as well as the allocation of funds for ongoing climate projects, part of the council’s strategy to […]
10,000 New Trees For Merton
In one year, Merton Council is planting 10,000 new trees in the borough to increase our tree canopy, our biodiversity and to help mitigate the effects of climate change. We […]