Including 5 closely related terms such as energy use, energy use, and energy efficiency.
… efficiency Shifting off gas for cooking More energy efficient homes and new-builds Energy Supply Increased solar PV Increased biomass Increased solar thermal Increased wind Increased tidal, wave & hydro Transport Travelling shorter distances Driving less Switching to electric vehicles Improving freight emissions International aviation & shipping Waste Producing less waste Increased recycling…
… and zero carbon heat and electricity We will engage early on with developers to ensure they produce low cost, low energy buildings. 1 2 3 56% 2⁄3 BUILDINGS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR OF LEWES’ EMISSIONS OF THESE EMISSIONS ARE FROM OVER 42,000 HOMES 71% OF HOMES IN THE DISTRICT HAVE AN ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING OF D OR LOWER A B C D E F G Energy use is the largest source…
… CARBON EMISSIONS BY 2025 60% REDUCTION IN COUNCIL ENERGY CONSUMPTION BY 2030 50% INCREASE IN DISTRICT SOLAR CAPACITY BY 2025 12mw • Decarbonising Our Housing Stock project - developing and carrying out energy efficiency and low carbon pilot studies so we can plan a way to decarbonise all of our housing by 2030 • Complete the Asset Review for our non-housing buildings…
… and land- this will allow us to determine our route to net zero buildings and make the most of our other assets for the benefit of the whole district • Work with the Greater Brighton Economic Board to develop hydrogen hubs • Support investment in local renewable energy projects • Support private homeowners and renters in accessing energy efficiency advice and grants such as through Warmer Sussex…
… and a wind turbine generating 25% of their electrical energy use. Rainwater flushes the toilets and extensive insulation has been installed. Most impressively 25% of their students are actively engaged as ECO Reps. In order to encourage engagement with the district’s Climate Action Forum young people from Seaford, Lewes, Ringmer, Chailey and Peacehaven were brought together at the end…