Including the closely related terms electric vehicle, electric vehicles, and emission vehicles.
… Established a cross party working group to explore proposals to address the climate and ecological emergency declared by Council on 24th July 2019. Working with Kent County Council to roll out a programme of charging points for electrical vehicles across the district, We currently plant around 100 semi-mature trees a year with a focus on broad canopy trees for carbon uptake. Working…
… to move towards Ultra Low Emission Vehicles through ensuring depots have sufficient power supply and charging infrastructure. 8. Following an assessment of good practice and relevant training for staff and members, reports to cabinet to include a climate impact statement Energy 9. Carry out energy audits across the whole Council non-residential property and assets portfolio and implement…
…. Explore options for a phased upgrade of the council fleet to hybrid (HEV) or full battery electric vehicles (BEV) where economically and operationally viable. To also actively consider new technology for example, solar powered commercial vehicles. 18. Add to the Council’s own estate EV charging infrastructure and evaluate the outputs from first phase to consider future programmes of infrastructure…
… electric vehicles (EVs). 28. Where possible ensure contracted out service proposals e.g. cleaning services, include and deliver high levels of sustainability and demonstrate commitment to carbon reduction. Consider the carbon footprint and packaging waste associated with catering at council events with the aim to reduce this as far as possible. Biodiversity / greenspaces 29. Review the use…
… purchased electricitry •Review of Green Infrastructure Strategy Stage 2 - Short term (will require more research) •Work with contractors to move towards Ultra Low Emission Vehicles •Reduce energy losses by retro-fit technologies •Examine installation of low emission heating •Identify any suitable locations for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels •Explore phased upgrade of the council fleet…