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The UK's only network for highly ambitious local leaders committed to cleaner, healthier and more prosperous communities. UK100.org

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UK100@uk100.org · last wk.

The ministerial teams are now in place at DESNZ, DEFRA and MHCLG — and there is good news for local climate leadership. A welcome from UK100: 120-plus councils, led by all political parties, representing over 60% of the UK population. A thread.

UK100@uk100.org · 2w ago

Welcome to No 10, @andyburnham.bsky.social. As Mayor of Greater Manchester, the new prime minister led a UK100 member authority, backed our original pledge and called for local leaders to have the tools to do the job — including backing, in principle, a statutory climate duty. 🧵

Green UK100 graphic with black and white portrait photo of Andy Burnham reads welcome Andy Burnham MP former Mayor of Greater Manchester Prime Minister.
UK100@uk100.org · 11mo ago

🚨 New Member Alert 👑 We're delighted to welcome Preston City Council to the UK100 network! Welcome to our cross-party network! 🌱

Preston City Council joins UK100. Quote graphic featuring Cllr Matthew Brown, leader of Preston City Council, against a dark green background. Quote reads: 'We are pleased to join UK100 and a network of likeminded, ambitious councils that are committed to delivering cleaner, more powerful, thriving communities, finding solutions and working together to tackle climate change.' Photo shows Cllr Matthew Brown (left) and Cllr Suleman Sarwar (right), both smiling and standing at a table with the signed pledge document. UK100 and Preston City Council logos are displayed prominently.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

"One toilet at a time, across the South Bank" 🚽 Sounds small? The impact is anything but. Here's how London Borough of Lambeth and Sustainable Ventures are proving that public-private partnerships unlock climate action that works 🧵

UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌟 We're hiring a membership projects officer! Help local leaders tackle climate change & create thriving places powered by clean energy. 📍 Remote—2 office days/mnth 💰 £29,000 Perfect for someone passionate about climate action with event management skills. Apply by 20 July: www.uk100.org/careers

Green graphic with yellow starburst design featuring "MEMBERSHIP PROJECTS OFFICER" and "COME WORK WITH US" text, UK100 logo, "WE'RE HIRING!" message, and partial Union Jack design in corner.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌱 Proud to be part of the WM-Net Zero Annual Event today in Birmingham! Our CEO Christopher Hammond chaired "Cleaner and greener transport for a healthier future" panel with: Dr Louise Reardon, Paul Fisher, Kirsten de Vos, and Sally James.

Wide view of the WM-Net Zero event venue showing the panel session in progress. The stage features panelists seated at a table with UK100 branding visible on screens, while attendees fill the conference room at round tables. The venue has distinctive green accent lighting on the ceiling
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

📝 More insights from the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference 📝 Last Friday, we brought together local leaders, campaigners & climate experts in Birmingham to ask: how do we move beyond climate targets and into real, lasting action?

Outdoor lunch scene at the UK100 conference showing attendees eating and socializing in a courtyard area. People are seated at wooden picnic tables under a white umbrella, with brick buildings in the background. A sign for "Joseph Gillott's Pens" is visible on the historic building wall. Conference attendees are wearing business attire and green lanyardsIndoor roundtable meeting with conference attendees seated around a black table. The group includes people of various ages engaged in discussion, with water glasses, papers, and a coffee cup on the table. Green conference lanyards are visible, and there's a poster of a woman with glasses on the wall behind them. The setting appears to be in a modern conference room with brick architectural details.Two people sitting at a table during a roundtable discussion at the UK100 conference. A woman in a white cardigan and blue floral top is smiling while writing notes on a large paper covered with handwritten text. A man in glasses and a light-colored shirt sits beside her. Both are wearing green conference lanyards.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌟 Our team is still buzzing from the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets! Held in Birmingham on 13 June, we brought together 110+ local leaders, officers & experts to explore how we move beyond climate targets and deliver real change.

A group of professionals seated around a roundtable in a conference workshop setting, engaged in an animated discussion. The table is covered with papers, water glasses, and notebooks, with a woman in a denim dress gesturing as she speaks. Participants are wearing green lanyards, indicating a formal event.A panel of five speakers sits on stage under a large screen displaying their names and titles during the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference. The session, titled “How a Local Area Energy Plan Can Unlock Growth,” features speakers from UK100, UK Power Networks DSO, NESO, Community Energy Pathways, and Energy Systems Catapult. One speaker is mid-sentence while others listen attentively.Five panellists and a chairperson are seated on stage during a session titled “The Local Climate Story” at the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference. The panel features local government and climate leaders discussing community climate action. The participants are speaking into microphones, smiling, and engaging with the audience under purple stage lighting.A conference auditorium with tiered red seating filled with attendees facing a modern stage. On stage, a speaker stands at a podium with a large screen behind them displaying 'Christopher Hammond, Chief Executive, UK100' and conference branding. The stage features purple lighting, several empty chairs arranged for a panel discussion, and professional lighting equipment overhead. Conference banners and QR codes are visible on side screens, and the venue has contemporary wood paneling on one wall
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌍 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🌍 Join UK100's flagship '5 & '25 Conference: Beyond Targets' - June 13th The first big gathering of local government since elections & Spending Review. 30+ local authorities meeting to move beyond targets. Book your place now! #UK100Conference

Promotional graphic for the UK100 Local Climate Conference titled '5 & 25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets.' The word 'Tomorrow' is displayed prominently in a green and blue gradient button with an arrow, indicating the event date of 13 June in Birmingham. Proud partners listed at the bottom include DSO, Electricity North West, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks, Vattenfall, Transport + Energy, The MCS Foundation, and ClimateView. The design features a dark teal background with white and green accents
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌟 Partner Spotlight 🌟 With days to go until the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference in Birmingham, we’re highlighting partners driving local climate action: 🔹 Vattenfall 🔹 Mott MacDonald 🔹 Transport + Energy

Promotional graphic for the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets, taking place on 13 June in Birmingham. The graphic features the UK100 logo, a green gradient “Register >” button, and the logos of Mott MacDonald, Transport + Energy, and Vattenfall at the bottom. The design uses a dark background with green and white accents.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🏠 Victory within reach? After weeks of campaigning, will we get confirmation that the government's Warm Homes commitment will survive the Spending Review? 🤞

UK100 campaign graphic on green background with torn paper effect showing text 'Dear Minister, Protect Warm Homes commitment from Spending Review cuts' dated June 2, 2025, with UK100 logo
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌍 Congratulations to Essex County Council for earning a strong CDP grade for their climate action work! As a proud UK100 member, Essex is leading the way on community energy and climate leadership. 💡👏

A torn white paper overlay features the Essex County Council logo and the headline: “Essex County Council recognised as a leader in environmental action.” The text reads: “Essex County Council, a proud UK100 member, has been awarded a strong CDP grade for the third year in a row, for its leadership in climate action. Discover how Essex is leading the way in community energy, supporting local communities and reducing emissions.” The UK100 logo is at the bottom left, and the background is bright green with a Union Jack-style graphic in the top right corner.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌟 We’re excited to showcase our speaker line-up for the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets! 🌍 🗓️ 13 June | Birmingham 🎤 Speakers include: Cllr Sarah Young Bridget Hartley Cllr Ryan Jude Cllr Martin Fodor

Graphic for the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets, highlighting four speakers: Cllr Sarah Young (London Borough of Hackney), Bridget Hartley (NESO), Cllr Ryan Jude (Green Finance Institute and Westminster City Council), and Cllr Martin Fodor (Bristol City Council). Includes logos of event partners such as Vattenfall, Mott MacDonald, UK Power Networks, ClimateView, Transport + Energy, and The MCS Foundation. There’s a green “Register >” button and conference details: 13 June | Birmingham.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🚀 Applications now open for UK100’s Climate Leadership Academy! This programme is offered to councillors in positions of power, bringing together 20 inspiring local leaders committed to climate action. Apply by 7 July 2025: www.uk100.org/projects/cli...

Jayne Sharratt, Cabinet Member for Sustainability at Tunbridge Wells Council, shares a testimonial on her experience at the UK100 Climate Leadership Academy. The testimonial text reads: “Meeting other councillors from around the country and different political parties was enlightening and inspiring. The amount of learning and inspiring speakers is priceless. I’ll be drawing on it for years to come, and it’s helping me direct outcomes now.” Jayne is pictured smiling in a pink sweater, with the UK100 Climate Leadership Academy logo above her. The testimonial is featured in bold white text on a dark green background.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🌿 Join inspiring local climate leaders at UK100’s #5and25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets! 🌍 🎤 Featuring speakers: Chloe Turner, Stroud District Council Cllr Louise Upton, Oxford City Council George Munson, National Wealth Fund Louise Krupski, Borough of Lewisham

Promotional graphic for UK100 '5 & 25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets' featuring four speakers: Chloe Turner from Stroud District Council, Cllr Louise Upton from Oxford City Council, George Munson from National Wealth Fund, and Louise Krupski from London Borough of Lewisham. The graphic shows headshot photos of each speaker against a dark teal background with white and green design elements. Partner logos are displayed at the bottom including DSO, UK District Energy Networks, Mott MacDonald, Vattenfall, Transport & Energy, The MCS Foundation, and ClimateView. A green 'Register' button indicates the event is on 13 June in Birmingham.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🚨 Speakers announced! 🚨 Join us at the UK100 5 & 25 Local Climate Conference: Beyond Targets – 13 Jun ✅ Patrick Allcorn (DESNZ) ✅ Clare Wharmby (Scottish Climate Intelligence Unit) ✅ Cllr Majid Mahmood (Birmingham City Council) ✅ Cllr Adam Hug (Westminster City Council)

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UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🛠️ “Cutting retrofit now would be short-sighted and self-defeating.” In Local Government Chronicle, UK100 Co-President Andy Mellen makes a strong case for protecting retrofit in the #SpendingReview.

UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🚨 Speaker announcement! 🚨 At our Clean Air Masterclass, part of UK100’s flagship #5and25 conference, we’re joined by: 🗣️ Cllr Louise Upton, Oxford City Council 🗣️ Jemima Hartshorn, Mums for Lungs 📅 13 June | 📍 Birmingham

A green promotional banner for the UK:100 '5 & '25 Local Climate Conference featuring a "Clean Air Masterclass" with speakers Cllr Louise Upton from Oxford City Council and Jemima Hartshorn, Founder of Mums for Lungs. The event is scheduled for Friday 13 June, 9:30-16:30+ with networking, at Austin Court, Birmingham.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🔍 Last week laid bare what local leaders have known for years! Our post-election analysis shows the silent majority backs climate action—even 54% of Reform voters support climate policies. Trust is the issue. Time to rebuild trust through effective local delivery! 👇

The front cover of Christopher Hammond's article titled 'Local elections climate lessons' from LGC. The article explores climate policy support across all parties, with a quote highlighting that even among Reform voters, a majority support climate action policies. The image shows Christopher Hammond, Chief Executive of UK100, with text overlaid on a green background with the UK100 logo.
@martinrgeorge.bsky.social · last yr.

Climate-sceptic Reform surged in the local elections, but @uk100.org chief exec Christopher Hammond says: "This is not a crisis in climate action – it's a manifestation of a deeper crisis in trust in Westminster and our hollowed-out institutions of government" www.lgcplus.com/politics/cli...

Christopher Hammond: Local elections climate lessons | Local Government Chronicle (LGC)

Even among Reform voters, a majority support policies to stop climate change, writes the chief executive of UK100. The 2025 local elections have delivered

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UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

☀️ An ambitious Future Homes Standard 👇 UK100 and our partners have been calling for ambitious standards for new homes that reduce bills and prevent costly upgrades. The news that the Government plans to include solar panels in the Future Homes Standard is promising—but we need to see the full plan.

Newspaper clipping from The Times against bright green background with UK:100 logo. Headline reads 'Solar panels on all new homes as part of Labour's net-zero push' with subheading about Sir Keir Starmer rejecting Tony Blair's calls to reset 'irrational' climate policies. Dated April 30, 2034.
UK100@uk100.org · last yr.

🏡 We’re live at #InnovationZero! This morning, we hosted Safe as Houses? – exploring how councils can scale up warm, affordable, future-proof homes. Plus, our CEO, Christopher Hammond, is chairing the Built Environment stage.

Christopher Hammond, Chief Executive of UK100, delivers the Chair's Opening Remarks at the Built Environment Forum. The modern venue features a professional stage setup with modern white chairs for panel discussions, digital screens displaying the program, and the distinctive green Innovation Zero branding. Excited to be part of this important conversation on sustainable building solutions. #InnovationZero #Sustainability #ClimateAction #BuildingInnovationUK100 workshop on Warm Homes Plan with local leaders collaborating on climate action. Presenter addressing attendees in a modern meeting space with distinctive red lighting fixtures. Workshop materials visible for interactive planning session. #LocalClimateAction