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Shetland Islands Council

…. This is bad, as fish and other species aren’t used to this type of environment. Species with shells are particularly affected, as acidic water can cause their shells to dissolve. In Shetland, our key economic sectors and lifeline services are highly susceptible to climate change. Transport infrastructure is sensitive to flooding and severe wind in particular, as these hazards have the potential…

… to cause physical damage and disruption. Our remote location means damage to transport infrastructure and disruption to services can have significant impacts on inter-island transport, on transport to the mainland and so on our supply chains. Severe wind, flooding, and extreme temperatures can result in injury, ill health, or even loss of life. Furthermore, our health infrastructure is sensitive…

…, such as walking or cycling, will also improve the health and wellbeing of those who are able to do so. • Improving public transport to increase uptake improves equality. • By investing in green jobs and development, the transition to net zero will provide opportunities for employment, education, up-skilling, re-skilling, training and attainment that will increase social mobility…

…. There are many co-benefits to undertaking climate action, including a healthier population, safer and more eff icient transportation, a reduction in fuel poverty and investment in our local skills and economy. The Strategy will position Shetland Islands Council to be a leader within Shetland and Scotland. We will work with regional and national partners to achieve the objectives laid out…

… Zero 11 Adaptation 12 Just Transition 14 Co-Benefits 16 Climate Change Programme 18 Net Zero route Maps and Data 20 Strategy Development and Structure 32 Reporting and Monitoring 35 Enablers: Leadership and Governance 38 Alignment 39 Money 40 Empowerment 41 Communications 42 Themes: Energy 48 Buildings 50 Transport 52 Resource and Waste 54 Business and Industry 56 Nature Based…