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CRP made a commitment in our Annual Report/Business Plan 2021/22/23 that we would continue to become climate emergency champions. Since we published the report in March, we’ve been working hard to achieve this goal and we have been using our Emissions Calculator to measure the impact of CRP’s projects.

By March, our Clean Air Villages 4 project had emissions savings of 275,212g of nitrogen oxides, 151,215kg of PM 2.5 and 109,450kg of CO2 by March and final calculations are currently underway for the end-of-project figures.

Some of the projects which have contributed towards reductions are the river freight pilot, which has replaced van journeys into Central London with boat trips for six weeks this summer. We have also introduced cargo bike schemes in 4 boroughs since May (London Borough of Brent, London Borough of Camden, London Borough of Lewisham, London Borough of Merton). For the Merton cargo bike scheme, the cargo bike made 569km of journeys which may otherwise have been made by petrol vehicles, and Elys, a business who used the cargo bike have now bought one of their own.

For more information, please contact CRP Project Officer Dave Ebbrell: davidebbrell@crossriverpartnership.org

Niki Gorick’s latest book and exhibition project is photographing life on the waters of London’s famous old Docks.

Forty years ago, London’s Docklands had become 6,000 acres of forgotten wasteland after over a century as the busiest port in the world. Now these once-derelict docks are again filled with boats of all shapes and sizes, forming homes and businesses for an extraordinary range of people. From millionaires visiting on their super-yachts, country-house executives needing a London base and fit pensioners looking for adventure, through to young tech workers wanting a cheaper place to live, jobbing craftsmen keeping ancient marine trades alive and homeless people finding refuge, these are varied and dynamic communities.   

Focusing on St. Katharine Docks, the Surrey Docks and the Isle of Dogs, the photographs illustrate the rich mix of personalities and activities in these converted commercial docks. Lying either side of the Thames between the City and Greenwich, they enjoy central London locations but as floating communities with their own nautical customs and rules, they are a world apart from their land-based neighbours. 

For more information, please get in touch with Niki Gorick
(photos@nikigorick.com).

To take a look at CRP’s work along the river, please see the Clean Air Logistics for London project page or contact CRP Programme Manager Fiona Coull (fionacoull@crossriverpartnership.org).

August is National Road Victim Month. It is a time to remember those killed or injured in road crashes and to learn about the injustice that many crash victims face.

This month was designated National Road Victim Month following the death of Princess Diana on 31st August 1997, and to commemorate the first death by a motor vehicle – Bridget Driscoll in 1896.

Over the last decade, the number of people killed on Britain’s roads has stayed at about same level year on year. Five people are killed every day, and over 60 are seriously injured.

In order to reduce danger on London streets in the future, CRP has published the report “Towards Vision Zero” through the CLSTRP project in May 2022. This report and the included guidelines are aimed at local authorities and aim to help them develop road danger reduction strategies and action plans. You can read and download it here.

CRP has completed another three months of data analysis and monitoring services for traffic and movement data for CRP Board and project partner South Bank BID. This continues to support South Bank BID with its public realm evidence-based decision-making across the area around some of London’s top landmarks, tourist attractions and hospitality centres.

CRP has been analysing data collected by five traffic sensors across the BID area, supplied by VivaCity, that collect traffic data using artificial intelligence and machine learning. The sensors collect live traffic count data from pedestrians and cyclists, all the way up to cars, vans, buses and lorries, and give a detailed insight into how the area is used each day. CRP’s most recent data analysis period was from 1st April – 30th June this year.

CRP has been supporting South Bank BID with data analysis and monitoring services for two years to understand the movements of pedestrians, cyclists and motorised vehicles in the area, so that they can make the space as enjoyable and pedestrian friendly as possible.

If you would like to hear more about CRP’s data analysis and monitoring services, please get in touch with CRP Sustainable Transport Manager Ross Phillips – rossphillips@crossriverpartnership.org

We are pleased that Electric Vehicle Fleet-Centred Local Energy System (EFLES) has been shortlisted for the National Sustainability Awards! CRP has been shortlisted for ‘Major Project of the Year’ and ‘Low Carbon Transport Initiative of the Year’, alongside project partners UK Power Networks Services, UPS and Moixa.

We look forward to hearing the outcome soon!

CRP is pleased to launch Business Cargo Bike Guide, a resource for London businesses looking for information on cargo bikes. We’ve populated the site with useful (and easily digestible) information on points to consider before getting a cargo bike, types of cargo bike, operating and maintaining them, and more.

Businesses are being encouraged to switch to zero or low emission transport, to help mitigate climate change and improve air quality. Cargo bikes are a less expensive, more reliable option for businesses making local deliveries.

A critical barrier to businesses using cargo bikes is a lack of knowledge about them. There is a need for guidance specifically geared toward businesses rather than for personal use. Existing knowledge is fragmented across the internet, and SMEs often don’t have the time to research this information. Businesses may also be in a position where they’ve purchased a cargo bike but have limited knowledge about getting the best out of them and perhaps underusing or misusing them.

CRP has worked with Business Improvement District and Local Authority partners on cargo bike share schemes across London. We’ve also researched related topics such as bike infrastructure and support active travel. We’ve distilled our experience into useful information and included a directory of related services to give businesses what they need to get the best out of cargo bikes.

For more information, please contact CRP Project Manager Sefinat Otaru – sefinatotaru@crossriverpartnership.org.

CRP is excited to launch a river freight pilot along the River Thames as part of the Defra-funded Clean Air Villages 4 project on Tuesday 26^th July.

CRP is working with the Port of London Authority, The Northbank BID, GPS Marine, Absolutely Courier, Complete, iRecycle, Mayflower, Antalis and London’s pier owners.

Businesses in The Northbank BID and surrounding areas are being invited to order office and cleaning suppliers from participating suppliers during a six-week pilot period. Goods will travel down the Thames from Dartford and Woolwich, arriving into Woods Quay, located on Embankment, next to Waterloo Bridge. Woods Quay is helping with the trial ‘out of hours’. Through this pilot, businesses and suppliers will work together to consolidate deliveries, helping London’s economy and freight industry.

For more information, please contact CRP Project Manager Kate Fenton – katefenton@crossriverpartnership.org.

CRP has been working with the Mayor of London as one of the founding partners of the recently launched Property X-Change!

The Property X-Change forms part of the London Recovery Programme and aims to encourage thriving high streets for all. It’s mission is to create an open platform for knowledge exchange, a diverse network of high street champions, and a bright future for London’s high streets.

CRP attended the launch of the Property X-Change at City Hall, where 15 panellists took on the challenge of responding to a variety of prompts related to our high streets.

The event also celebrated the launch of the Property X-Change website, which provides information on how to discover and engage with inspiring stories about high street regeneration and development.

For more information, please contact CRP Programme Manager Fiona Coull – fionacoull@crossriverpartnership.org.

We are happy to announce that two businesses have recently been added to the CRP Clean Air Villages Directory: Subship and Man Maid!

Subship is a hyperlocal grocery service, delivering beer, coffee, food, and more, by shared electric van and electric bike – proudly fossil free since they began delivering in 2020!

Man Maid are a team of handy people providing handyman services to homeowners around West and Southwest London. They use tool trikes (electric cargo bikes) to carry their tools and materials – thus beating traffic jams and able to park directly outside their clients’ homes.

Do you also wish to be added to the directory?

Then follow our link at the bottom of the CRP Clean Air Villages Directory page and fill in our form.

Love Parks Week takes place 29th July – 5th August, providing people with an excellent opportunity to shout out about green spaces in their area and beyond. The main aim of the week is to try and get everyone outdoors in the fresh air by enjoying their local park. Getting out in the fresh air and taking a walk has many health benefits and is especially great for our mental health.

Many of our green spaces are looked after and protected by volunteers and workers and Love Parks Week provides an excellent opportunity to thank them for their efforts!

Archives: News Articles

CRP is a Climate Emergency Champion!

Dock Life renewed – How London’s Docks are thriving again

National Road Victim Month

Vivacity Monitoring Complete

National Sustainability Awards 2022

Business Cargo Bike Guide

River Freight Pilot Launch

CRP Supports Property X-Change

CRP Clean Air Villages Directory

Love Parks Week