BMC Climate & Sustainability Action Plan
BMC Climate and Sustainability Vision
To conserve and protect our climbing, hill walking and mountaineering landscapes across the United Kingdom for people and nature so they remain sanctuaries for sustainable recreation. To be a sector leader for outdoor recreation and an advocate for environmental sustainability.
BMC Climate and Sustainability Action Plan
The BMC's commitment means we are already considering the way we operate and advocating for climate actions across our membership and with those we work with.
BMC Climatae Policies and Reports
DOWNLOAD: 2023 BMC Climate Report
DOWNLOAD: 2022 BMC Climate Report
LATEST CLIMATE ARTICLES
Mynediad Newyddion
Today, on the first ever World Day for Glaciers, 21 March 2025, we celebrate what the BMC is already doing and how you can support us in preserving these vast, frozen rivers that we mountaineers and climbers love to work and play on.
Mountaineering Articles
Why has a World Day for Glaciers been set up for the first time this year, combined with World Water Day, on 20-21 March 2025? Why should BMC members be concerned about global glacier loss and most importantly, what can we do to help?
Volunteering News
Colin Knowles, a life-long BMC activist, is now the Chair for the BMC’s South West Area. By contrast, for the previous six years, he was first IFSC Europe’s Secretary-General, then a founding member of its Sustainability Commission. Find out more about his life as a volunteer in this interview.
Climate Articles
How do you balance budget with a climate conscience when booking a winter trip? Making changes to the way we travel is one of the most effective ways of reducing emissions and giving the snow and ice a fighting chance.
THE CLIMATE PROJECT VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
The Climate Project Events
Come volunteer join us to help National Trust with conservation work on one of the Peak District’s high moor tops, above the Upper Derwent Valley. The work will consist of Sitka spruce (an invasive species) tree removal from Birchinlee Pasture (moor). This is a valuable opportunity to give something back to our treasured uplands and at the same time learn a little about moorland restoration too!
The Climate Project Events
Come and join BMC volunteers on Saturday 15th March 2025 at Wintour's Leap and Woodcroft Quarry for a litter pick and crag clean up.
The Climate Project Events
Join us for an invigorating day of environmental conservation at the beautiful Kinder Scout in the Peak District. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the preservation of our natural landscapes, meet like-minded nature enthusiasts, and enjoy the stunning scenery.
The Climate Project Events
Join us for an invigorating day of environmental conservation in Edale, in the Peak District. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the preservation of our natural landscapes, meet like-minded nature enthusiasts, and enjoy the stunning scenery.
BMC Climate Initiatives
The Climate Project
The Climate Project is a collection of nature-based solutions brought to you by the BMC, which are helping to protect and restore nature, and address the climate and biodiversity crisis.
Liftshare
The BMC Liftshare will help to reduce the number of cars on the road, reduce your own carbon footprint as well ease car park capacities at popular venues. Going to a Mountain Festival? Training course? Club meet? Leaving London for the weekend to head to the Great Outdoors? Consider using the BMC Liftshare site.
Gear Recycling Directory
Our list of retailers and organisations who can help you re-use, repair or recycle your old or unwanted clothing and outdoor kit.
Mend Our Mountains
Mend Our Mountains campaign encourages everyone who values hills, mountains and landscapes of Britain to donate and protect the places they love. Learn more about the invaluable work we are supporting across England and Wales