Including the closely related terms carbon offsetting, and offsetting.
… baselining methodology iv. Consider the resources needed for this cross-cutting initiative, exploring options for external funding and developing proposals for the use of the carbon offsetting fund v. ensure an appropriately trained workforce to deliver carbon reduction across all Council activities vi. lobby Government and the Mayor of London (GLA) for support and funding C. The Council…
… has undertaken a series of actions since the declaration, further details of which can be found throughout this report. Key actions to note are: i. Formed the cross-directorate working group to lead on the response to the climate emergency ii. Asked all areas of the Council to: 1. set out what the Council currently does to reduce and / or offset carbon and practise sustainability 2…
… generation in Kingston is increasing. Sewage gas Photovoltaics 2017 3,494 MWh 1,982 MWh 2018 7,018 MWh 2,254 MWh 44.The Council works with Solar Together London to promote the uptake of solar panels for private residences, and will continue to promote the role of decentralised energy systems in tackling the climate crisis. The Carbon Offsetting Fund 45.The Council requires developers…
… to meet London Plan targets for carbon reduction. Where these targets cannot be met (due to technical or commercial feasibility), developers must contribute to a carbon offsetting fund, which the Council then use to fund carbon reduction measures. 46. Initiatives that have benefitted from this fund include the ‘Warm Homes, Better Health’ programme and the development of our district heating…
… initiatives ii. develop proposals for the most beneficial use of the carbon offsetting fund f. ensure an appropriately trained workforce to deliver carbon reduction across all Council activities g. lobby Government and the Mayor of London (GLA) for support and funding Next steps in partnership 66.Partnership engagement is underway, with key partners demonstrating clear and committed…