Including 8 closely related terms such as reduce, reduce carbon, and low carbon.
… while respecting and enjoying the benefits of a high quality environment. Outcomes 1. Homes and communities are energy efficient, environmentally sustainable, and fuel poverty is minimised. 2. The council’s strategies, plans and policies support communities to live more sustainably, reduce carbon emissions and adapt to a changing climate. 3. Local communities are supported…
… 2011, places duties on public bodies requiring them to: • contribute to carbon emissions reduction targets • contribute to climate change adaptation • and to act sustainably Further to the duties contained in the Act, the Scottish Government introduced annual statutory reporting in 2016, for public bodies, on their compliance with the climate change duties. The new reporting platform…
… be a key lever through which we can influence a more sustainable economy, reduce carbon emissions, and ensure resilience to a changing climate. Our previous strategies have helped us improve our environmental performance. This could not have been achieved without strong leadership and the support of our employees. It is essential that we continue to create a culture that focuses…
… (including winter maintenance), road/ footpath sweepers and buses and in our light vehicles, such as cars and small vans. The telematic system provides information on the utilisation of vehicles including incidents of engine idling and harsh braking. This information enables changes in the use of the vehicles that will help reduce carbon emissions, vehicle emission, fuel costs, and improve…
… and how we intend to achieve them. Outcome 1.1: The council’s carbon emissions are managed and reduced. How can we achieve this? • Implement our Carbon Management Plan to reduce the council’s carbon footprint in line with the Scottish Government’s targets • Continue to implement energy efficiency measures across council facilities including investment in renewable and low carbon energy…