About ACE

ACE Settle & Area was set up by local people in 2019. ACE is non-profit making and run entirely by volunteers. We work with local authorities, residents and organisations to find practical solutions to the climate crisis.

We focus on four areas:

Energy

Our Local Area Energy Plan, produced through consultation with local communities and energy suppliers, could provide low-cost renewable energy for households in North Craven. We are now seeking funding to make the Plan a reality by setting up an Energy Local Club. We campaign for well-insulated homes that are cooler in summer, warmer in winter – which means lower bills for local people.

Food

We campaign to reduce food waste, encouraging grow-your-own and buying local food. We support making locally produced food more affordable, using taxes and subsidies to rebalance prices in ways which are fairer to both farmers and consumers. We are aiming for Settle to become an accredited Fairtrade Community by December 2023, and are supporting a local Plastic Free Community initiative.

Biodiversity

The more biodiverse an area is, the more healthy it is for people, animals and plants. Restoring habitats and letting nature thrive again will help protect us against some of the worst effects of climate change. We are planting trees and helping to restore habitats at Kelcow Woods, and with the River Ribble Trust, the Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust and the RSPB.

Transport

We want to see properly networked, sustainable transport in North Craven, which would benefit everyone – local residents, visitors, and the environment. 741 local households took part in our 2021 Transport Survey, which was presented to Settle Town Council. The cycle stands and signage in Ashfield car park are one result.

We work with local community groups & organisations

Including Settle Community & Business Hub, Settle Primary School, Yorkshire Festival of Story, Settle Methodist Church, Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust, Clapham Sustainability Group, River Ribble Trust, and Yorkshire Peat Partnership.

We work with local government

ACE is a member of Settle Town Council’s Climate and Biodiversity subgroup, and provides feedback on local planning applications. ACE meets with North Yorkshire Council to discuss and influence policy as part of North Yorkshire Climate Coalition.

We organise events, displays and talks

ACE organises monthly Green Cafes and gives talks to local groups including Settle Rotary Club, Horton Mothers Union, and Cononley Cleaner Greener Group.

Find out more about how ACE is run and read our Annual Report 2023.