Including the closely related terms property, and property.
… underway are: ● A review of all council properties to identify cost effective paths to reduce emissions from our buildings, with the aim for them to be carbon neutral by 2030 ● An upgrade programme to make Kingston’s street lighting 100% LED by 2023, reducing the amount of energy used to power them by around 50% ● Proposals to achieve ‘BREEAM Excellent’ status in our redevelopment of the Kingfisher…
…, then electrifying assets, removing any need to burn fossil fuels, then ensuring that electricity we do buy, is green and renewable. Our target, subject to further business case development, is to have reached Net Zero for our own estate by 2030. Property is a long-term asset, meaning sustainable, long-term decision making is key. We also have some very unique assets, ranging from protected, grade II listed…
… buildings like Ancient Market Place, to care homes, public conveniences and everything in between. One size doesn't fit all, and a unique approach will be taken for each asset. 7 Since the declaration we have ● Worked with Thames Water to explore the possibilities of harnessing heat to warm local houses, public buildings and businesses ● Reviewed the delivery of our property services, with new…
…, linking residents with providers of solar photovoltaic panels and battery storage. 779 properties have registered their interest in the scheme so far ● Undertaken a stock condition survey of our Council properties so we can develop budget proposals for retrofit ● Used carbon offset funds to run the ‘Warm Homes Better Health’ programme to support residents in fuel poverty 8 https…
… related emissions associated largely with the Council’s main properties and operations. In terms of gas related emissions, this category includes all Council owned and operated buildings and facilities including educational facilities, such as adult education centres, car parks and other public parking, cemeteries and crematoria, leisure facilities operated directly by the Council, parks and greenspaces…