Including 7 closely related terms such as energy use, energy consumption, and energy use.
… Reducing energy use Reducing the amount of energy that is used for buildings and street lighting Action to reduce MCC emissions CO2 reduction Cost to Taxpayer Feasibility New council buildings will operate with net zero carbon emissions by 2025 or use carbon offsetting where this cannot be achieved Low High Medium Implement energy efficiency improvements across the existing…
… a dishwasher, make sure you only use it when full. Make sure your washing machine in full and dry clothes on a line rather than tumble dry if you can. Reducing energy use https://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/home-insulation https://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/home-energy-efficiency https://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/home-energy-efficiency…
… and energy. https://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/home-insulation Simple things like switching off the lights, not leaving things on standby and only boiling the water you really need in the kettle can really make a difference. https://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/home- energy-efficiency Understand how your heating controls work and using thermostats properly can save energy. If you use…
… spaces To reduce energy use, to absorb carbon and be resilient Action to reduce MCC emissions CO2 reduction Cost to taxpayer Feasibility Eliminate the use of peat based compost by our grounds maintenance teams Low Low Easier Expand pollinator friendly management work and reduce grass cutting frequency/extent where appropriate and safe Low Low Easier Generate renewable energy from…
… in managing energy consumption Low Low Easier Introduce carbon literacy training for all council staff Low Low Medium Change the council’s default internet search engine to Ecosia which plants a tree for every search made Low Low Easier Action to reduce County emissions CO2 reduction Cost to taxpayer Feasibility Work with community groups to develop an Internet of Things sensor network…