Finalists
The Cup celebrates existing partnerships between research organisations, civic authorities and local communities in the UK and US, tackling two categories:
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Achieving net zero: projects that are helping reduce emissions at a local or regional level to achieve net zero
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Climate change adaptation: projects that are working with communities in regions affected by climate change to mitigate or adapt to the effects it is having
We shortlisted 12 finalists who showcased their projects to an audience of global change-makers at COP26.
The winning projects are:
Net zero concrete for construction
1 December 2021
Reducing the cement content of concrete to but the carbon footprint by 60% – equal to 4% of global emissions.
From food waste to fresh food and job opportunities
17 December 2021
Transforming a brownfield site into a Renewable Energy and Urban Farm Campus in South Chicago to divert food from landfill and boost local jobs.
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Adapting to climate change in Cornwall
1 December 2021
People in Cornwall face health inequalities that will be exacerbated by climate change. An online platform seeks to support local decision-makers as they adapt.
Texas ‘carbon market’ aims to reduce harmful emissions
1 December 2021
Supporting landowners – such as farmers and ranchers – to rewild prairies and grasslands to absorb and store carbon in the soil, and its monetary value.
A sustainable food and drink supply for the UK
1 December 2021
A pilot in Yorkshire aims to provides the opportunity to convert every tonne of carbon removed from the atmosphere to create a new income stream for farmers.
Net zero concrete for construction
1 December 2021
Reducing the cement content of concrete to but the carbon footprint by 60% – equal to 4% of global emissions.
From food waste to fresh food and job opportunities
17 December 2021
Transforming a brownfield site into a Renewable Energy and Urban Farm Campus in South Chicago to divert food from landfill and boost local jobs.
Producing food on chalk soil without damaging the environment
11 February 2022
Analysing the practice at Cholderton Estate organic farm in Hampshire, partners came together to demonstrate that it is possible to produce good food on chalk soil, and meet climate change objectives.
Sustainable industry in the Appalachian region
11 February 2022
The Marshall Plan for Middle America (MP4MA) calls for public and private investment to revitalise communities, create family-sustaining jobs, advance a clean and just transition, and invest in the future of local people.
Helping local authorities implement net-zero innovation projects
11 February 2022
A programme bringing UK universities and English local authorities together to address a local challenge that can help them get closer to net zero.
Heat equity analysis for bus shelter provision
11 February 2022
A pilot project provides shade and protection from increasingly high temperatures in Los Angeles, with bus shelters that include benches, hydration stations, shelter and even mobile phone charging points.
Mapping the hidden environmental histories of the River Clyde
11 February 2022
Through events, social media and an online story map, a project helped local people reconnect with the heritage of the River Clyde.
‘Citizen scientists’ inform climate policy in South Florida
11 February 2022
A Climate Action Network was set up to train citizens and students to gather data on flooding and heat. Their findings can inform policy across the region.
Restoring Pittsburgh’s greenways to prevent landslides
11 February 2022
A team of community and non-profit partners developed a pilot project to protect the 183-acre Hazelwood Greenway in Pittsburgh.