Including 14 closely related terms such as carbon economy, low carbon, and carbon.
… tariffs (from GM sources if possible) when they are next procured • Will complete a full assessment of the potential of our assets for renewable energy and develop these assets (where financially viable) by the end of 2021 • When replacing heating systems in buildings, will install low carbon alternatives where viable, seeking to avoid carbon intensive technologies (gas, coal, oil) Businesses…
… options to purchase green energy • Encourage innovation and support new technologies • Work with GM partners to assess opportunities for generating onsite renewable or ultra-low carbon energy SUMMARY OF OUR ACTIONS – ENERGY SUPPLY 12 | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Our transport and travel Summary of the challenges and opportunities We need to improve our air quality and reduce CO2 emissions…
… as a Service approaches • Radically improve connectivity with other UK cities . • Invest in rail electrification or in piloting low carbon alternatives (such as hydrogen) SUMMARY OF OUR ACTIONS – TRANSPORT AND TRAVEL 14 | EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Our homes, workplaces and public buildings Summary of the challenges and opportunities We need to reduce CO2 emissions produced by the excessive use…
… growth, particularly as the economy’s reliance on carbon is diminished. Taking this approach will minimise costs of services, particularly energy, to our households and businesses. If we take the actions in this plan, we could all save up to £1000 per household per year on our energy bills. We can secure first mover advantage from accelerating the transition to a low carbon economy…
… to reduce our current annual emissions by more than half to put ourselves on the “SCATTER Level 4” pathway. • We would need to reduce our current annual emissions by more than two thirds to meet the Tyndall Centre’s recommended budget. Figure 2 – Potential Carbon Budgets for Greater Manchester; Source: Anthesis - 10.00 20.00 30.00 40.00 50.00 2018-2022 2023-2027 M tC O 2 pe…