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… established that in 2016, the household consumption of goods and services by citizens of Bristol resulted in approximately 4,000ktCO2e of greenhouse gas emissions. This study takes into account the supply chain emissions of all goods and services consumed as well as any direct emissions associated with their consumption. The methodology followed is aligned with the assessment of business…

…. Bristol recognises, and is proud to play our role in minimising the impact of climate change on the most marginalised and vulnerable communities in Bristol and globally. We will do this through emissions reductions, minimising the impacts of climate change and supporting and providing security to those most affected. Building on our success We’ve already started on a journey to reduce…

… emissions; since 2005, carbon emissions from energy, waste and transport in the city have decreased by 36%. Bristol’s direct emissions between 2005 and 2017 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 2005 2005 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 0 Heat - 29% Power (not incl Evs or heat) - 58% Waste (estimated) Transport - 9% kt C 0 2 Bristol One City Climate Strategy A strategy…

… an improved citywide understanding of carbon emission reduction targets and the potential hazards that can impact citizens at a personal, neighbourhood and community level to support everyone to be an active part of this transition. Community climate action is a key part of this transformation and all citizens have the opportunity to make this happen. Next steps - In order to support and enable…

… to engage with harder to reach communities, this could be through culture, music, dance and sport. - City engagement on how climate change is affecting Bristol now and what a future emission scenarios would actually look like. Using this to explore steps to take to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to climate change to build community resilience. - Working with all partners who have…