Climate change

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What is climate change?


Climate change refers to the variation in the Earth's global climate or in regional climates over time.
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What the council is doing


South Tyneside Council has pledged to cut carbon emissions by at least 20% by 2020.
Greenhouse Gas

Greenhouse Gas Emissions report 2011/12


South Tyneside Council is committed to reducing its carbon emissions to help tackle climate change
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Shrink your carbon footprint


Saving energy, saving money, saving the planet.
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Renewable energy at home


Generating energy from sources that are inexhaustible.
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Plant a tree


Trees are great for brightening up our surroundings, but they also play an important part in the everyday life of all living things.
Preparing for the unexpected

Preparing for the unexpected


Important information to prepare yourself in the event of a climate change situation.
Pollution

Advice for businesses


Climate change information and advice for businesses.
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South Tyneside Switch


A collective purchasing scheme to help save money on gas and electricity