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…. Of particular concern is the “fool’s” or “false spring” trend, when a deceivingly warm, early spring is soon followed by a cold snap. Flowers and leaves’ growth is stunted in colder conditions or killed in hard frost. Reduced plant growth means less carbon stored in vegetation, and more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Pollinators such as bees may not find enough nectar from plants, which could…
… emergency and committed to ‘do all reasonable in the council’s gift to aim for carbon neutrality by 2030 and in 2021, the Brent Climate & Ecological Emergency Strategy was published. As part of this strategy, the need for the climate resilience and adaptation plan was identified. Since the industrial revolution, global average temperatures have increased by over 1°C, largely due to human…
… with heatwaves reduce the amount of vegetation capable of absorbing the carbon from the atmosphere, further contributing to atmospheric warming. Those without access to green spaces at home will find it more difficult to keep cool in hot weather. Access to public urban green space is therefore crucial, however many areas of London are green space deprived. Those living in areas of high deprivation…
… a green roof to help counter the urban heat island effect. •• Volunteer to join a local community garden project like the Harlesden Town Garden to improve the quality of Brent’s green spaces and help mitigate carbon emissions. •• During a heatwave, avoid extreme physical exertion and wear light, loose-fitting cotton clothes. Flooding BRENT COUNCIL CLIMATE ADAPTATION & RESILIENCE PLAN 21…
… been identified for Brent are: Flooding, Extreme Heat, Drought and Water Shortages and Extreme Cold. The plan includes a range of actions to address each area of risk, some of which are already underway. Adaptation and Resilience In July 2019, Brent Council declared a climate and ecological emergency and committed to ‘do all reasonable in the council’s gift to aim for carbon neutrality by 2030…