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… on climate change to achieve the ambitious target of achieving net zero emissions across the borough by 2040. In doing so, it seeks to harness the significant benefits of climate action to the health and wellbeing of our communities, economy, and natural environment. The Plan aims to accelerate carbon emission reductions and associated improvements in air quality across the city, through…

… Climate change impacts will be felt both globally and locally and will disproportionately affect the most vulnerable members of our community. Co-benefits of climate change There are many associated economic, social and health benefits to reducing carbon emissions, strengthening the case for climate action. Rising global temperatures will lead to: Examples of these benefits are: providing…

… of Westminster has some of the highest carbon emissions by local authority area in the UK, producing over two million tonnes in 2017. This is largely a reflection of its densely built environment, with 86% of Westminster’s emissions produced from the energy used in our homes, hospitals, shops, offices, hotels and other buildings. 2017 emissions = the weight of Big Bens council emissions are 2…

… to the climate emergency in keeping with Westminster’s status as a global city and centre of innovation Holistic › seek to maximise the delivery of social, environmental, and economic co-benefits across Westminster › work in tandem with Westminster’s Air Quality Action Plan, supporting improvements to air quality and alleviation of air pollution alongside greenhouse gas emissions reductions…

…, we have set an emissions target for the city to become net zero by 2040 and engaged our city partners, communities, and residents to better understand the changes required to meet it. In presenting this Climate Emergency Action Plan, I hope we can establish a framework for collective action on climate change across Westminster that is inclusive, innovative, and reflects the scale and urgency…