Climate Action Ilkley (CAI) has given its response to Bradford Council's draft Climate Action Plan for 2025-2028 as part of the Council's consultation process and have suggested improvements.
The Plan is intended to be a step in progress towards their target to the Bradford district achieving net zero by 2038, with significant progress by 2030.
While welcoming the work the Council is doing to create the Plan, CAI note that it is short on measurable targets for the actions included and limited in scope, leaving out significant sources of greenhouse gas emissions, particularly air travel and diet.
Commenting on the Plan and CAI's response, Mark Stidworthy, Chair of Trustees of Climate Action Ilkley said:
"Drought and recent extreme temperatures remind us that global climate change affects us even here in Ilkley and Bradford. This should add urgency to local carbon emission reduction alongside adaptations for the challenges already triggered by rising carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.
"We are pleased that Bradford Council has made its ambitions clear with this Plan and look forward to doing what we can to support its development and delivery. Our response identifies areas where we feel the plan could be improved, and in particular we urge Bradford Council to aspire to clearer targets to reduce carbon emissions and clarity on local adaptation to the changing climate.
"We believe that projects we have led here in Ilkley, such as the Ilkley Thingery and our Active Travel Hub, can be used as examples for the whole district. We offer to share our experience with the Council.
"I encourage everyone to read Bradford's Plan and use the consultation process to have their say. Our views on the Plan are available on the Climate Action Ilkley website at www.climateactionilkley.org.uk."
The consultation period is open until 12 August and responses can be made on the Council website at: www.bradford.gov.uk/environment/sustainability/draft-climate-action-plan/

Audition for IMTS Spring musical, The Great British Bake Off
Comedy, music & drama this July at Ilkley Playhouse
Flotilla Ilkley Summer 7s returns for a day of top class rugby
Moorfield school invites all to Turner Prize inspired Art Exhibition
Silsden gardeners get ready for Open Gardens Weekend
Solstice runners raise £25,000 for Sue Ryder
Community goes quackers for Burley-in-Wharfedale Duck Race
Amber heat warning issued for West Yorkshire
Ilkley town centre offices could be converted into accommodation
Bin crews to start earlier this week due to the heat
Local food and drink delights at Ilkley Cycle Races
Extra funding expected to deal with potholes
Ilkley Pride celebrates 5 years of inclusion, creativity, and community spirit
Still time to sign up for Solstice Saunter on Sunday
Ilkley gym member crowned British National Powerlifting Champion
Leeds Bradford Airport to launch weekly flights to Santorini
Addingham Gala Festival set to be 'Out of this World'
Review: The 4th Waterman Piano Recital
Ilkley Firefighters unite with Mountain Rescue for Wharfedale Three Peaks
Fusion Chocolate in Ilkley celebrates another award win


