Including 6 closely related terms such as climate, climate change, and climate action.
… / Climate change and sustainability Climate change and sustainability The world’s climate is changing drastically, with the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (external link) stating that man-made influence is the driving force behind the most recent and dramatic changes in climate. If all emissions were stopped today, we would still see some level of warming across the globe…
… including the UK Climate Change Act 2008 (external link). Climate action themes Our strategy introduced six climate action themes which represent areas of action that will focus the Council’s work internally and across the borough. The themes also crosscut other priorities and strategies therefore providing a better environment, local economy and opportunities for our residents whilst ensuring…
… communities adapt to the worst impacts of climate change. Our strategy outlined that each climate action theme would have a dedicated action plan, defining delivery over a 5-year period. The first action plans will see delivery from 2021-2026 and the plans will be reviewed yearly and refreshed every 5 years to 2038 and beyond. The action plans are being developed throughout 2021. Take a look…
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…. But that level of warming is dependent on what we do today. Climate change has been identified as the most substantial threat to our economy, public health, resources and infrastructure that humanity has ever seen. Acting now will ensure we are safeguarding the future, enabling us to secure the health and economic benefits from a cleaner environment, a green circular economy, healthier and more active…