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Westminster City Council

…, aspirations and ideas of all those who live, work and study in the city we serve. This is a pivotal moment for Westminster to act decisively on climate change for the future of our city. I look forward to working with you all to realise this. Cllr Rachael Robathan Leader, Westminster City Council Emissions data includes all greenhouse gas emissions and not just carbon dioxide. ‘Carbon dioxide…

… of emissions we produce each year is equal to or less than the amount we take away. This can be achieved by reducing the emissions we produce and offsetting any remaining emissions that are too expensive or complex to prevent entirely. from council sources by 2030 by 2040 carbon emissions Net zero Net zero carbon emissions city-wide The impact of climate change The impact of climate change…

… for Emissions Reduction) is a tool that helps local councils to standardise greenhouse gas reporting, align with international frameworks and set targets in line with the Paris Climate Agreement. It helps us to understand the actions we all need to take to achieve our target of net zero carbon emissions by 2040 based on an understanding of available interventions and technologies. To achieve net zero…

… Volume of carbon emissions (Kilotonnes of CO2e) 800 600 Business as usual emission reduction rate High ambition emission reduction rate Business as usual emission reductions account for changes implemented by the government, such as increasing energy supplied from renewable sources, and no specific local action. It offers us a 29% reduction by 2040. High ambition emission reductions…

… will require us to ambitiously reduce emissions from every aspect of our lives including energy supply and demand, transport and waste. It offers an 84% reduction by 2040. https://unfccc.int/process-and-meetings/the-paris-agreement/the-paris-agreement Approach Achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040 requires ambitious action from everyone who lives or works in Westminster…