Sustainability in Croydon

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Our response to climate change

Climate Action Forum - be part of the change

We have set up a Climate Action Forum (CAF) which is open to any charity, school, business, association or organisation in the borough to join. This will help form part of our solution for tackling the climate crisis.

The forum meets every 2 months and builds on the success of our in-person event of 18 November 2025. It brings residents, partners and community groups together to:

  • stay informed
  • share ideas
  • explore practical climate solutions
  • help shape our borough’s journey to a more sustainable future.

If you would like to join the CAF or would like to help us understand what type of resources and support would be most beneficial to you can complete our online survey.

The next Climate Action Forum will be held online via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 4 February, 6pm to 7pm

This year, in addition to delivering the climate action plan, we will focus on:

  • local area energy plans
  • developing adaptation measures
  • community energy
  • community engagements and partnerships


If you are interested in attending, please contact us at climateaction@croydon.gov.uk.

Climate crisis response

In July 2019, we declared a climate emergency. We set up the Croydon Climate Crisis Commission to guide our response to the climate emergency. In June 2021 the commission produced a report which included recommendations on how the borough can become carbon neutral. 

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The Carbon Neutral Action Plan was revised to a Climate Action Plan in June 2025.

We are holding bi-annual in person external forum events to bring together external organisations, interest groups, and Council officers to share updates, exchange ideas, and collaborate on shaping and delivering the Council’s Climate Action Plan.

The first Climate Action Forum (CAF) was held on 18th November 2025. The presentation and minutes can be found below:

Croydon Climate Action Plan

Our Climate Action Plan 2030 has been formally approved. This builds on our earlier Carbon Neutral Action Plan and responds to the challenges which all councils are facing in delivering actions to address climate change.

Download the Croydon Climate Action Plan 2030 (PDF, 425KB)

Download the Croydon Climate Action Work Plan (Excel, 50KB)

Croydon's Carbon Report

The carbon report outlines our progress towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions and delivering on our climate commitments. It provides an account of: 

  • our organisational carbon footprint
  • updates on progress so far
  • our plans for future reductions

As part of our commitment to tackling climate change, we will:

  • publish this report every year to track progress towards net zero
  • showcase key achievements
  • identify areas for improvement
  • keep our residents, businesses, and partners informed
     

Download the Croydon Carbon Report, April 2025 (PDF, 1MB)

UK Business Climate Hub

The UK Business Climate Hub is a collaboration between the UK Government, businesses and business groups across the UK. The hub provides net zero advice for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK.

Visit the UK Business Climate Hub website for advice on energy saving and advice on achieving net zero
 

Contact us

You can contact the Carbon Neutral team by email: climateaction@croydon.gov.uk