Including 7 closely related terms such as reduce, reduce carbon, and low carbon.
… actions for 2021-22. Recommendation to Cabinet: To agree the Net Zero 2030 actions for 2021-22. Reason for recommendation: To support the Net Zero 2030 commitment. Net Zero 2030 and the Environment 3 Reducing carbon emissions goes hand in hand with environmental conservation and improvement. The connection between climate change and nature has been recognised nationally through…
… and wildlife causing the natural environment to be under increased pressure. 5 Therefore, the net zero work, undertaken by the council, will include measures and projects to mitigate the causes of climate change, namely through reducing carbon emissions, and also adapt to the expected effects of a changing climate. Helping the Council and District to be more climate resilient. 6 Adaptation…
… appropriate and deliverable ideas and initiatives Carbon Emission baseline and Opportunity Audit Audit our current and levels of energy use and greenhouse gas emissions (Short Term) Undertake an Opportunity Audit for ways to reduce carbon emissions in Council buildings and assets (Short Term) Continue to use the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting Tool on an annual basis to audit our…
… and energy saving (Ongoing) Hold a Green Summit in bringing together groups, organisations, companies and experts to engage and inspire residents (Short Term) Participate in Zero Waste Week Promote the Green Homes Grant Include useful information on the Net Zero 2030 webpage and ensure that the page is kept up to date Green travel Promote low carbon travel (Ongoing…
…) Improve the electric vehicle charging network across the District (Ongoing) Work with schools, local communities and groups to encourage community transport hubs for short journeys, minimising pollution, improving air quality and reducing congestion (Ongoing) Promote low carbon travel including: Cycle to work scheme Health walks Local Walking Routes Reducing Officer…