We want to work with you on our journey to make Manchester an inclusive, zero-carbon city. We have an ambitious plan to reach zero carbon by 2038 – and we want you to be part of it.
Green skills and careers
We’re working with businesses and organisations to develop the skills needed for a sustainable city. Find out more about green skills and careers.
Plastic-free GM
UK law changed in 2023. More single-use plastic items are now banned. Check you know what they are. In Manchester, we want to go further. We want to stop using avoidable single-use plastics in the city. Find out more about the #PlasticFreeGM campaign. And sign the pledge to commit your support! We've committed to stop using avoidable single-use plastics in our buildings and services. Find out how we're working to remove single-use plastics.
Register as a Refill site
Manchester is now an official Refill Destination. It means there are more places in Manchester where you can fill a reusable water bottle. You can also refill other drinks, food and household items. Cafes, restaurants and businesses across Manchester are registering as Refill Destinations. Our Council buildings are water refill sites. Is your business listed on the app? Find out more about the Refill app.
Sign the GM Green City pledge
We can all make a positive change to our city-region. By making more sustainable choices for the products we use and the way we work. Sign the Greater Manchester Green City pledge. And show your support and commitment to stamping out avoidable single-use plastics. Go to www.gmgreencity.com/plastic-free-gm.
GM Business Growth Hub
The Business Growth Hub helps you reduce costs and become more sustainable. It also provides support for green businesses in the technology and services sector. Find out more about the Business Growth Hub.
Manchester Climate Action Agency
The Manchester Climate Action Agency’s 15 actions can help you to form a plan. It covers the key things to consider and where to find useful resources. Find out more at www.manchesterclimate.com/15-actions-for-a-zero-carbon-city.
Wenta business advice
Wenta support businesses to achieve the benefits of net zero. They offer free business advice – whereever you are in your sustainability journey. Book a free session with Wenta.
Arts, creative and cultural sector
We have a guide for organisations in the arts, creative and cultural sector in Manchester. Find out how to reduce the carbon footprint of your organisation.
If you host events in Manchester, check our sustainable events guidance.
Growing Manchester
Would your organisation like to create a community garden? Growing Manchester can help. It doesn't matter if you're already involved in food growing or want to start. You can get free help to set up a project and with the practical growing skills you'll need. As well as site assessments and advice on soil condition. There are projects of all sizes across the city. From green alleyways to large market gardens and hospitals growing food for patients. Find out more about Growing Manchester.