…. Preliminary discussions show that between six and twelve property areas could be used to demonstrate a range of solutions to climate change, fuel poverty and the health risks of excess cold, as well as increasing biodiversity and citizen engagement. Following these demonstrators, a business case will be co-created with the Council and other agencies to make the entire CBH portfolio carbon neutral…
… to be an early adopter of technologies, utilising mechanisms like the Climate Action Fund, Cheltenham Energy and Climate Champions to ensure that the benefits of low carbon energy are felt across the community. A key part of this activity will be rewilding that increases biodiversity and climate resilience as well as removing emissions. Preliminary discussions have demonstrated that a programme led…
… of the communication campaign. Although initial gains are low, over the lifecycle of the tree, greenhouse gas mitigation gains are potentially very high and trees have other benefits in relation to biodiversity, air quality and mental well-being. 23 23 Carbon Neutral Borough For more than a decade, carbon emissions for Cheltenham Borough have been on a general downward trend…