Climate, Nature and Sustainability

The world is facing a climate and nature crisis that is affecting people, places, and wildlife here in Fife and across the globe. We can take action in Fife to tackle this crisis.

In 2019, Fife Council declared a Climate Emergency and committed to taking actions to reduce emissions, protect nature, and build a more sustainable and resilient future for Fifers. By us all working together, we can help protect our environment, support our communities, and create a healthier and greener Fife for future generations.


What we mean by Climate, Nature and Sustainability

Climate change is caused by increasing greenhouse gas emissions that trap heat in the Earth’s atmosphere. In the UK this is leading to warmer, wetter winters; hotter, dryer summers; rising sea levels; and more frequent and intense weather extremes. These changes are affecting Fife. Acting now can help reduce future impacts and make Fife better for everyone.

Nature includes all living things, such as plants, animals, insects, and fungi, along with the places they live. Looking after nature creates healthier places to live by supporting clean air, fresh water, food and places for people and wildlife to thrive.

Sustainability means meeting our needs now without making it harder for future generations to meet their own needs. This means making choices that protect our Fife economy, communities and the environment, both now and in the future. In Fife we call this being Climate Just. This means thinking of Fife and Fifers, while protecting our future jobs, and the places we live.

Visit the pages below to find out more information about how we are addressing climate change and protecting nature in Fife.

Climate matters badgeOur Climate Matters

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