Including 21 closely related terms such as reduce, reduce, and reduce emissions.
… on how we operate as an organisation, we also want to work with partners to achieve change at the Borough scale and have wider influence where possible. Figure 1: UK greenhouse gas emissions and local authorities 4 Page 4 | Environmental Sustainability & Carbon Reduction Strategy 2022-32 Therefore the strategy seeks to make a difference in three ways: 1. By focusing on Council…
… the Borough and the Tees Valley • Undertaking further work to assess the viability of developing battery storage facilities and district energy schemes - utilising renewable energy sources 1c. Take other action to reduce harmful emissions This should include: • Reducing carbon emissions by minimising waste • Utilising ‘carbon foot-printing tools13 to assess the impact of activities and operations…
… & Carbon Reduction Strategy 2022-32 | Page 19 Page 20 | Environmental Sustainability & Carbon Reduction Strategy 2022-32 Aim 4: Adapt to the impacts of climate change Climate change is already having a significant effect on people, environments and economies across the globe. So while we must continue to take urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we should also do…
…-quality, low emission public transport system, reducing dependence on private transport Work in partnership with taxi and other private hire vehicle operators to reduce emissions where possible Promote sustainable and active travel in order to improve air quality and reduce carbon Page 24 | Environmental Sustainability & Carbon Reduction Strategy 2022-32 Housing Deliver…
… contribute towards two or more of these aims. For example, any natural habitats we restore can help to achieve ‘net zero’ by locking up carbon in plants and trees (Aim 1), support nature recovery (Aim 2), and contribute to climate change adaptation by reducing flood risk (Aim 4). Page 6 | Environmental Sustainability & Carbon Reduction Strategy 2022-32 Aim 1: Achieve net zero greenhouse gas…