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City of York Council

…, set an ambition for York to be net zero carbon and established an independent Climate Commission for the city. Reducing our carbon emissions and adapting to a changing climate are crucial to ensure that York is a city fit for the future. Since 2005, emissions across York have reduced by 39%, but there is still more that we can do. The council is taking a leading role in tackling climate…

…, emissions across York have reduced by 39%4, but there is still more that we can do. This Strategy is the next stage in our journey to tackling climate change. It sets out our approach to reducing the emissions that are under our direct influence to net zero, and creating a city that is resilient to the impacts of climate change. While this strategy does not currently include our indirect…

… out plans for flood protection up to 2039. We are committed to better understanding the local risks posed by a changing climate and making sure that we are prepared to deal with the anticipated changes. Working Together This Climate Change Strategy is for the whole of York. Tackling climate change and achieving the net zero ambition will be the responsibility of everyone; whether you…

… objectives. City of York Council The council is taking a leading role in tackling climate change and will reduce corporate emissions to net zero by 2030; however, the council is directly responsible for less than 4% of the total emissions in York. The council’s wider influence can extend far beyond this, through purchasing decisions and local policy, but every aspect of our society will need…

… the city will therefore be important aspects of our transition to net zero. Our Approach To tackle climate change and achieve net zero carbon by 2030, we will need to reduce emissions from all sectors and require action for all aspects of society, with particular emphasis on our buildings, transport and energy systems. This Strategy sets out an approach to net zero that consists of four…