Bristol named among UK's top 3 most sustainable cities to live in

Bristol ranked among the UK’s top three most sustainable cities in new study.

Clean energy experts egg has revealed the 20 most sustainable cities in the UK as part of Big Green Week, an event where millions of people across the UK come together to show support and take action for a safer, greener future for their towns and cities across the UK.

The study analysed everything from air quality and green spaces, to solar power adoption and EV charging to determine the rankings.

Clean energy experts egg has revealed the 20 most sustainable cities in the UK as part of Big Green Week. Bristol ranked third on the list.placeholder image
Clean energy experts egg has revealed the 20 most sustainable cities in the UK as part of Big Green Week. Bristol ranked third on the list. | BristolWorld

Bristol was crowned third most sustainable city in the UK to live in.

Edinburgh topped the list, followed by Brighton.

At the other end of the list, Newcastle, Nottingham and Belfast ranked 18th, 19th and 20th, respectively.

Gavin Morse, energy expert at egg, said: “The ranking identifies that sustainability has become a significant factor in property decisions.

“The egg ‘UK’s Most Sustainable City’ ranking highlights the cities best positioned to support the UK's green ambitions while balancing affordability and sustainability.

“With the government's ongoing push towards net zero targets, cities that invest in clean energy, sustainable transport, and carbon-neutral developments are not only benefiting the environment but also attracting more interest from future-focused homeowners”.

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