Including 6 closely related terms such as resource consumption, energy use, and energy use.
… of resource consumption or by adopting new production techniques and product designs. Using fossil fuels for energy and transport causes substantially more harm to the environment than renewable energy sources, including air and water pollution, damage to public health, wildlife and habitat loss, water and land use and increased carbon emissions. Reducing these environmental impacts has great…
… while respecting and enjoying the benefits of a high quality environment. Outcomes 1. Homes and communities are energy efficient, environmentally sustainable, and fuel poverty is minimised. 2. The council’s strategies, plans and policies support communities to live more sustainably, reduce carbon emissions and adapt to a changing climate. 3. Local communities are supported…
… and access of housing • Council housing stock meets the energy efficiency standard by 2020 and the impact of fuel poverty and climate change on people is minimised Improve the road network, influence improvements in public transport and encourage active travel • South Lanarkshire’s road and public transport network enables the flow of people, goods, and services thereby supporting the local…
… communities by tackling disadvantage and deprivation, and support aspiration • Improve energy efficiency in homes to help tackle fuel poverty • Reduce the vulnerability of those most at risk from the impacts of climate change Improve achievement, raise educational attainment and support lifelong learning • All learners, but especially young people are enabled to contribute to the global…
… resources wisely. We will continue to reduce our carbon footprint through the way we manage our estate. This includes energy use in our buildings, waste management, energy from our street lighting, and fuel used in staff and business travel. We will ensure the services we deliver are efficient and resilient in the face of a changing climate As a public body we have a key role in leading…