Including 4 closely related terms such as energy use, energy generation, and energy generation.
… energy savings). Through the LEAP programme facilitate energy efficiencies in homes in fuel poverty and support vulnerable tenants. Reduction Housing To install additional energy efficiency measures (digital lighting, solar PV etc.) to communal areas of council sheltered housing schemes by 2021. Deliver campaigns to inspire people to reduce energy consumption and provide energy advice…
… research into suitable alternatives to natural gas especially in relation to local generation potential. Elimination Estates Sustainability Install additional solar panels on council owned sites and identify sites for renewable energy generation in the Local Plan. Build or invest in large scale renewable generation project(s), e.g. solar farms, heat pumps, solar-battery car ports, anaerobic…
… Sustainability As leases and contracts expire renew with purchase/lease of energy efficient electrical equipment and appliances. Engage with the district’s largest businesses to work jointly on initiatives that reduce energy use or generate renewable energy, e.g. roof-top solar PV on commercial buildings. Elimination Procurement Economy Sustainability 23 PRIORITY COUNCIL 2024 DISTRICT 2030…
… to reduce paper and energy • Create a culture of sharing information and ideas across the council, using the intranet, City Voice and staff forum, e.g. setting up a Green Group • Enable staff to act and make changes by providing more information and advice on for example recycling, waste, ways of working • Introduce a corporate staff training module on sustainability and reducing energy…
… usage ADOPT A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH, INVOLVE AND ENGAGE • Incentivise rather than penalise with reference to the introduction, or use, of taxes and charges • Recognise the role the council plays as influencer working along side other agencies and partners and developing collaborative working as key to delivery of the district carbon neutrality target • Advise householders…