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London Borough of Sutton

… are categorised as having low income, poor energy efficiency and energy costs that are above the national average. Were they to spend that amount, they would be left with an income that is below the official poverty line.22 Around 10% of households in Sutton are thought to be in fuel poverty, just below the national average.23 Retrofitting homes across the borough to reduce carbon emissions provides…

… caused by climate change. Everyone will know and play their role in reducing their impact on the environment. CLEANER AIR By March 2022, 48% of journeys in Sutton will be made by walking, cycling or public transport, rising to 63% by 2041. Meet the air quality standards as soon as possible. ACHIEVING NET ZERO CARBON All of the borough’s energy needs will be met from renewable, community…

… developments do not worsen air quality. This includes during demolition, construction and once operational, for example from vehicles and energy use. THE TARGETS By March 2022, 48% of journeys in Sutton will be made by walking, cycling or public transport, rising to 63% by 2041.5 By March 2022, 36% of people will be doing 20 minutes of active travel a day, rising to 70% by 2041.6…

… https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MRjN8_RJ5eoWz_Dh0_lRRl3adxZOi5Rz43iW6uZjsrc/edit#gid=897917742 ACHIEVING NET ZERO CARBON THE VISION The borough will have net zero carbon emissions. Sutton’s Environment Strategy | 2120 | Sutton’s Environment Strategy THE CURRENT SITUATION. Energy usage followed by vehicle use is the main cause of carbon emissions in Sutton, and therefore…

… the dominant contributor to climate change.18 How the emissions from road traffic will be reduced is covered in the Cleaner Air chapter, with this chapter focusing on energy use. Homes and businesses in Sutton are reliant on energy sources that in the main contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Over time, the national grid is decarbonising as more energy comes from renewable sources, with 29 per…