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Basildon Borough Council

… of Local Plans in Climate Change Mitigation and Adaption 2.19. The planning system is required to shape places in ways that contribute to radical reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, minimise vulnerability and improve resilience, promote the reuse of existing resources, including the conversion of existing buildings and support renewable and low carbon energy and associated infrastructure…

… in Public. Policy CC1 of the Plan sets out the Council’s development strategy on climate change: Policy CC1: Responding to Climate Change 1. The Council will seek to reduce carbon emissions, and the impacts of the Borough on climate change by encouraging greater levels of sustainability through development, and by putting measures in place that encourage individuals within the community…

… the transition to a low carbon future, taking full account of flood risk and coastal change, water supply, biodiversity and landscapes, and the risk of overheating from rising temperatures. Therefore, in order “to make a significant contribution to tackling climate change and supporting the transition to a low carbon future”, the focus should be on aiming for net zero GHG emissions for new builds…

…. In June 2019, the Government passed a ‘net zero’ carbon emissions law which requires the UK to bring all greenhouse gases to net zero by the year 2050, compared to previous targets of at least 80% reduction from 1990 emission levels. The 2050 target was recommended by the UK’s independent climate advisory body, the Committee on Climate Change. Net zero means any emissions are balanced…

…: 20% reduction in carbon emissions compared to current standards for an average home. Potentially delivered by very high fabric standards (typically with triple glazing and minimal heat loss from walls, ceilings and roofs)  Option 2: 30% reduction in carbon emissions compared to the current standard. Potentially delivered through the installation of carbon-saving technology…