… weather patterns or average temperatures1. When fossil fuels are burnt, carbon dioxide (CO2) is released and this along with other man- made emissions is known as a greenhouse gas. Greenhouse gases trap heat in the earth’s atmosphere and are causing our climate to change. There is scientific consensus that human activity since the industrial period has been the main cause of our changing…
… action plan sets out how we intend to respond to the climate and nature emergencies. We will ensure the necessary resources are available to deliver this action plan and review progress on an annual basis. i. Energy and water efficiency We use energy in lots of different ways – to heat our homes and workplaces, to cook our food, for lighting our buildings, and for powering our vehicles…
…. We use energy to clean and heat the water we use. By using water more efficiently and using grey water and rainwater harvesting where possible we can reduce our carbon footprint. What the Council has done already Through energy efficient measures undertaken between 2011 and 2019 the Council has saved 3,868 tonnes of CO2. Since 1st April 2012 all utilities have been processed centrally…
… the potential of identifying specific geographical areas (Local Search Areas) in the RLDP within which renewable energy generation is likely to be acceptable (within a town planning context). • Encouraging District Heat Networks to be incorporated within strategic development sites identified within the RLDP. • Looking to increase environmental specifications for new buildings within RLDP policy…
… if not secured by the Building Regulations. • Encouraging opportunities for renewable energy generation to be maximised on new development via RLDP policy. • Incorporating decarbonisation as a central theme of the RLDP. • Using RLDP policies to encourage Integrated Renewables in new buildings and low carbon heat sources. Planning On- going 9 of 21 How our communities can help…