Ribble Valley Climate Action Network

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Who we are..

Ribble Valley Climate Action Network (RVCAN) is a community-led movement, connecting people across the Ribble Valley who care about the climate crisis

What we do..

We connect people and projects to:

  • Reduce carbon and protect resources

  • Support nature and grow greener spaces

  • Influence change though local action

Our values..

  • We act with future generations in mind

  • We act for climate justice rights here in the Ribble Valley

  • We make decisions together, every voice counts

  • We respect all people and welcome diverse ideas

  • We believe the well-being of nature and people are deeply connected

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“Ribble Valley Borough Council recognises that we are in a state of Climate Emergency that requires urgent action by all levels of government, including by local councils”.

A motion passed at council on 14 October 2025 stated that the council will set targets and develop resources to both enable carbon neutrality across the full range of council activities by 2030 and also to support making the Borough of Ribble Valley carbon neutral by 2050.

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In November 2025 the National Emergency Briefing brought together experts and concerned citizens to persuade politicians to take action the climate and nature crisis

Ribble Valley Climate Action Network will be hosting events in 2026 to bring the National Emergency briefing to the people of the Ribble Valley.

To get involved contact us. Watch our website and social media for further updates.

To find out more about the National Emergency Briefing watch below.

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