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… Introduction In 2019, Hertsmere Borough Council declared Climate Emergency and committed to achieving carbon neutrality as soon as possible and no later than 2050. In order to achieve carbon neutrality, the following principles will be embedded in all aspects of the functioning and development of Hertsmere: reducing consumption, minimising waste, switching to renewable forms…
… of renewable electricity capacity will need to be deployed within Hertsmere. In 2010, a Hertfordshire wide study was conducted which identified areas suitable for deployment of renewable and low carbon technologies15. An update on the study is recommended in order to take into account advancement in technology that may have resulted in more renewable energy technologies to become feasible…
… climate resilience while bringing sustainable development to Hertsmere. While every effort is made to reduce emissions and minimise the impacts of climate change, the Council must also build resilience to deal with the inevitable consequences such as more extreme weather events, heatwaves and flooding. Woodland, wetland, grassland and other ecological features offset carbon, reduces erosion…
… ....................................................................................................... 12 Action Points Identified .................................................................................................................. 13 Chapter 7 Carbon Offsetting and Climate Resilience ................................................................... 14 Action Points Identified…
… .................................................................................................................. 14 Chapter 8 Local food ......................................................................................................................... 15 Action points identified ................................................................................................................... 15 Table 1 Hertsmere carbon dioxide emissions 2005-2017 (kt CO2 per year…