Including the closely related term transport.
… for our electricity supply, but as prices continue to rise, we should reduce our reliance on grid electricity. Staff transport does not form the greatest portion of the Council's carbon footprint, although transport is a significant portion of the Borough's emissions. It is still, therefore, an important area to address. Through actions in this sphere, we can influence behaviours beyond…
… the Council's climate change ambitions ONGOING ACTIONS Actions Owner Measure of success Status Funding/Resources available Portfolio Council fleet F1 Review of fleet by Energy Savings Trust Waste & Transport Services Report received Already achievable/confirmed can proceed Yes Local Services F2 Identify infrastructure needs for fleet transition Waste & Transport Services…
… Infrastructure plan developed Some knowledge of opportunity, has potential to deliver No Local Services F3 Identify sources of funding for fleet transition Waste & Transport Services Funding plan produced Some knowledge of opportunity, has potential to deliver No Local Services F4 Develop a fleet transition plan Waste & Transport Services Plan produced Some knowledge…
… Portfolio New build F6 Incorporate district heating schemes into developments. Development Management Preapplication checklist amended to incorporate Completed Economy Secondary check of full application to ensure addressed Minimal knowledge, needs feasibility yes Influencing transport providers F7…
… Use our influence to encourage taxi drivers to switch off engines when stationary and move to electric vehicles Licensing Information is disseminated to all taxi drivers Underway Capacity issues Stronger Communities F8 Use our influence to encourage bus companies to switch off engines and upgrade their fleets where appropriate Transport Planning Information is disseminated…