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Colchester Borough Council

… that we have an important role to play in promoting sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. In 2020 we published our Council’s Strategic Plan 2020-2023 with tackling the climate challenge and leading sustainability as a key priority. We also developed our Climate Emergency Action Plan highlighting how we will reduce greenhouse gas emissions to reach carbon neutrality by 2030. In 2021…

…: Reduce carbon emissions from our buildings and feet to help achieve a net zero Carbon footprint for Council Services by 2030. Reduce carbon emissions from our existing buildings through use of insulation, solar panels, air source heat pumps and other technologies. Change our petrol/diesel vehicles to electric vehicles and invest in appropriate charging stations for current and future use…

…, removing 400-600 tonnes of CO2 according to the Energy Saving Trust’s Guide to air source heat pumps. 1 ground source heat pump and 2 gas absorption heat pumps across 3 of our sheltered housing buildings, resulting in a decrease of carbon emissions. Started construction of our “New Council Housebuilding Programme” in which all properties are being built to the principles of the “Future Homes…

… to swap petrol/diesel fuelled vehicles for those powered by renewable energy with appropriate timeframes for reducing emissions by at least 90% by 2030. Introduced a “No Idling” policy and campaign to ensure that Council and other vehicles turn of their engines when stationary, helping to improve air quality and health for staf and Colchester residents. Adopted the Colchester Cycling Action Plan…

… Challenge and Sustainability Themes? Contact Us: climate.change@colchester.gov.uk Climate Challenge www.colchester.gov.uk/sustainability Climate Challenge and Sustainability Strategy Themes Colchester Borough Council is leading the way in promoting sustainability and carbon Reduction. Reduce carbon emissions Produce renewable energy: Enhance biodiversity and protect our…