Including 11 closely related terms such as gas emissions, harmful emissions, and carbon emissions.
…, in relation to climate change mitigation we should note that local authorities across the country generate just 2% of total UK greenhouse gas emissions, so while it is important that they reduce those emissions this will only make a relatively small contribution at a national scale. However, it is estimated that councils have influence over around 33% of emissions (Figure 1). So while we must focus…
… of climate change from occurring. In order to meet its target to be ‘net zero’ by 2050 the UK will have to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from all sectors including transport, energy supply, construction, residential, business, agriculture and waste. But as well as reducing emissions we should also increase the rate at which carbon dioxide is absorbed from the atmosphere. This can be achieved…
… 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…
… will the strategy make a difference? 4 Technical report 5 2. Strategic aims & objectives 6 Aim 1: Achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions 7 Aim 2: Protect and enhance the natural environment 11 Aim 3: Use all resources efficiently and minimise waste 16 Aim 4: Adapt to the impacts of climate change 19 3. Key areas of activity 24 4. Implementing the strategy 28 Action plans 28…
… and the extinction of species we have always taken for granted. Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council has a proud history of protecting our environment. Our efforts in the past ten years have reduced our own greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 60% and delivered major environmental enhancements across the Borough. National and international climate protection policies are strengthening and technology…