Climate Change
The effects of climate change - rising sea levels, changing temperatures and extreme weather conditions threaten the beauty of our countryside and the ability of walkers to enjoy it.
The Ramblers' Association agrees with the government that climate change is the most pressing environmental problem facing us today. We all have a role to play in tackling its effects by reducing emissions of carbon dioxide.
We have responded to the government's proposals for cutting greenhouse gases in its recent draft Climate Change Bill.
Walking is the most environmentally-friendly method of transport, exercise and recreation. Learn more about walking.
We have called on the European Commission to include walking as part of its Climate Change Programme.
To take part in the I Count week of action (29th March – 5th April) and to take action in other ways, please open the latest documents from Stop Climate Chaos below:
Action Guides for Individuals
Action Guides for Groups
Pledge Card
We are members of 'Stop Climate Chaos' - a coalition of over 60 environmental and international organisations committed to taking action to tackle global warming. Over 90,000 people support the 'I Count' campaign, pledging to take personal action and call on the government to play its part in the challenge.
- Add your voice to the campaign by visiting www.icount.org.uk
Photo: copyright © Nick Cobbing SCC
The Ramblers' Association supported the debates and discussion on climate change during the 2007 Party Conference season as part of the Climate Clinic www.climateclinic.org.uk
You control climate change! Learn more at the Europe-wide campaign site.
The Rambler's Association Board of Trustees has decided that a Climate Change position paper will be presented to General Council 2008