Campaign to Protect Rural England

Today we hosted a Clean Power Panel.

We were joined by representatives from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, the Solar Taskforce, Solar UK, the National Farmers Union, energy companies, planning experts and environmental organisations.

Action on climate change isn't negotiable, but it shouldn't come at the cost of the countryside we're here to protect.

The opportunities are there. Let's use existing roof spaces on homes, warehouses, commercial buildings and car parks — alongside genuinely countryside-friendly approaches to ground-mounted solar.

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Say hello to more of our Centenary Awards judges from the Countryside changemaker and Young countryside changemaker categories. 👋

Bringing expertise and fresh perspectives to help spotlight the people and projects making a difference.

Nominations are open — head here for more information. https://www.cpre.org.uk/cpre-national-centenary-awards/

Together for Good, we're bringing people together to celebrate and champion the countryside on the edge of our towns and cities – helping protect these places for nature, climate, wellbeing and future generations.

Stand with us today, add your name - https://bit.ly/4eA2Rg7

Three Coventry schools are set to have solar panels installed, cutting energy costs and ending their reliance on gas — with the council aiming to roll this out to every school in the city.

We'd love to see more projects like this. Rooftop solar alone could deliver over 60% of the UK's solar target, without sacrificing a single field. The potential is there, on our warehouses, car parks, hospitals and homes.

Let's protect our countryside for generations to come, and make use of the space we already have.

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New solar power plan for Coventry schools Applications have been submitted to install solar panels on three schools in Coventry.

We want every town and city to be surrounded by thriving, protected countryside. Do you agree?

We're asking everyone across England to stand with us and call for countryside On The Edge to be protected and regenerated — for nature, for climate, for wellbeing.

Add your name - https://bit.ly/4eA2Rg7

(C) Joe Dunckley

Introducing the judges for the Best Rooftop Solar Solution and Best Access to the Countryside Project categories as part of our Centenary Awards. ⭐️

Each category will be assessed by a panel with a wealth of experience — helping us recognise the people and projects making a real impact in communities across England.

More exciting names coming soon!

For more details and to nominate: https://www.cpre.org.uk/cpre-national-centenary-awards/

As England's devolution agenda gathers pace, rural communities must not be left behind.

Our latest report explores how devolution could support rural prosperity, strengthen local decision-making and ensure the needs of rural areas are reflected in future growth plans.

Read more and download the report: https://www.cpre.org.uk/news/cpre-report-explores-how-english-devolution-could-support-rural-prosperity/

This Volunteers' Week and as part of this year’s Big Help Out, we’re promoting meadows volunteering in Hampshire. 🌼

Ken De Souza reflects on the impact the role has had on him, and the difference it’s making locally.

Find out more about meadows volunteering: https://www.cpre.org.uk/stories/meadows-volunteering-a-gentle-way-to-manage-the-ecosystem/

From students in their 20s to campaigners in their 70s, CPRE volunteers share more in common than you might expect. For Volunteers' Week, we spoke to some of our youngest and longest-standing volunteers to explore how different generations see the countryside, and what unites them. 🤝

Check out the full story: https://www.cpre.org.uk/stories/standing-up-for-the-countryside-across-the-generations-for-100-years/

Our brilliant friends at CPRE Hampshire have made a film called The Hedge, and we think you'll love it. 💚

For centuries, hedgerows have shaped the countryside, supporting wildlife and connecting communities. The Hampshire Hedge Project is making sure that story continues. They're on a mission to create a living green corridor connecting the South Downs and the New Forest National Parks, one hedge at a time.

Take 15 minutes and step into the hedgerow 🐝

https://bit.ly/4f3y0IP

CPRE Hampshire

The Hedge | Restoring Hedgerows, Reconnecting Communities Hedgerows have shaped the British countryside for centuries, creati...