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We've selected the best websites from our own detailed search, so you can access everything you need online.

Just so you know, we don't support or condone the contents of the sites recommended, but we do think they present a wide range of accurate info for you to think about.

Got a problem accessing the sites mentioned? Email Peter.Black@gmpte.gov.uk to get it sorted.

www.dft.gov.uk
This website for the department of government policy on transport has policies and consultation documents galore.

www.earthsummit.info
An independent site with over 600 links to get people involved.

www.ecotravelling.co.uk
Everywhere we travel we leave a carbon footprint. The advice provided on this site will help you to ensure that it's as small and ethical as possible.

www.est.co.uk
Funded mainly by central government to reduce pollution, gas emissions and climate change from transport.

www.eta.co.uk
ETA is an organisation that campaign for a more eco-friendly transport system. An environmental alternative to other motor agencies, they even offer breakdown and insurance.

www.futureforests.com
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) gasses are one of the main causes of global warming - and we produce them every day. Use this site to calculate your own CO2 emissions, how to reduce them and how balance them out.

www.lrta.org
The LRTA site is actually dedicated to lobbying for light rail, but has lots of environmental info worth investigating.

www.merseytravel.gov.uk
Check out Merseytravel's mission statement and see their policies, practices, aims and objectives.

www.naei.org.uk
This organisation compiles statistics on the atmosphere, to help us work out ways of reducing human effect on our health and the environment.

www.nationalcyclingstrategy.org.uk
Are you a cyclist? Do you want to be one? The National Cycling Strategy aims to quadruple the number of journeys made by bike

www.sd-commission.gov.uk
The SD Commission's main role is to advocate sustainable development across all sectors of the UK. They review, propose and plan action.

www.sustainable-development.gov.uk
Government website dedicated to charting the UK's progress in achieving a sustainable level of development.

www.sustrans.org.uk
The sustainable transport charity works on practical projects to reduce the adverse effects of traffic. It encourages people to walk, cycle, and use public transport and car share - with great tips!

www.est.org.uk
Run by the Energy Savings Trust, Transport Energy offers solutions, info and programmes to tackle the harmful effects of pollution and seeks to promote sustainable mobility.

www.tps.org.uk
Representing and uniting professionals within the transport planning field; it develops and promotes knowledge, best practice and understanding within the industry.

www.transport2000.org.uk
Actively looking for answers to transport problems, it aims to improve the social and environmental impact of excess traffic.

www.peopleandplanet.org
Comprising of sixth forms, university groups and individual campaigners, this is the largest student network in Britain. Together they work to alleviate issues of global concern such as poverty, human rights, and environmental danger.

www.oxfam.org.uk
One of the most famous organisations in the world, Oxfam relentlessly battles against global poverty through volunteers, supporters and local partner organisations.

www.environment-agency.gov.uk
The leading agency for improving and protecting the environment of the UK. It's their job to make sure air; land and water are responsibly used by the community, so future generations can inherit a healthy world.

www.edenproject.com
Set up to as a millennium project to mark the year 2000, the Eden Project promotes the vital - yet understated - relationship between plants, people and resources that could lead to a sustainable future for all.

www.cat.org.uk
A solutions-driven organisation offering practical answers to a host of environmental issues. They cover a range of topics including energy saving, organic food, and alternative sanitation systems. Their services also include a visitor's centre, open seven days a week.

www.countryside.gov.uk
With over 600 countryside specialists and support staff across the country, they have all the answers you'll ever need about rural issues.

www.greenpeace.org
A non-profit, peaceful organisation with international presence since 1971. They focus on the most crucial global and environmental threats.

www.foe.co.uk
Friends of the Earth seek to influence policy and practice by working on global, solution-based research and enabling campaigners in their quest for a healthy world.

www.cleanersafergreener.gov.uk
Cleaner Safer Greener is about creating quality living space which people will be proud of. Learn the best tips, initiatives and solutions to maximise your community's potential.

www.manchesterenvironment.net
The Environment Network for Manchester is one of 22 communities of interest, which, together with seven geographical networks, make up the city's Community Network. Together they contribute to its on-going development and the health of the city's atmosphere.