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London Borough of Southwark

… economy and released the UK’s Sixth Carbon Budget. The CCC outlined that low- carbon investment in emitting sectors would stimulate jobs, stabilise future economic resilience, and mitigate climate related risks. In Southwark, this strategy should build on our aim to invest in resilient communities, a carbon neutral economy and a clean and thriving natural environment. People are valuing clean air…

… across the city. In shaping the recovery from COVID-19, we have the opportunity to capture the benefits of a low carbon economy like never before and build resilience against future shocks including potentially climate-related service disruption. Central to these benefits are economic opportunities. Investing in low carbon technology (such as air source heat pumps and solar panels) also…

… has commissioned an independent analysis of the cost of action needed. We estimate it will cost at least £3.92bn of capital expenditure to end Southwark’s contribution to climate change, and so will need major government support to back the action that we take locally. However, the transition to a low carbon society also presents an opportunity to reshape our borough into a better place…

… standard of B or above. (EPC B) ─ Low carbon development: Secure low carbon buildings and infrastructure via borough planning. ─ Low carbon transport: Halve road journeys made by petrol and diesel via combined measures that can restrict polluting journeys and incentivise sustainable and active travel options. 17 ─ Renewable power: Secure 100% renewable energy for London’s…

… public sector now and in the future. ─ One World Living: Reduce consumption emissions by two thirds, focusing on food, clothing, electronics and aviation. ─ Green economy: Develop London’s low carbon sector and green our broader economy. ─ Creating a resilient and green London: Southwark are leading on work in this area. Southwark will campaign on these issues with other boroughs…