… • Supporting and encouraging developers to build to net zero standards, while progressing the Wiltshire Local Plan with its new policies on net zero development, embodied carbon and renewable energy • Adopt and implement the Local Transport Plan 4 which has decarbonisation of transport at its centre • Produce an Adaptation Plan and develop projects to contribute to ensuring the county is prepared…
… of LAEP framework, to identify strategic priorities for grid upgrades, and create an energy system to support the net zero transition. Green and circular economy G1. Upskilling and Green Skills Increase green skills and training opportunities to support delivery of climate objectives. G2. Commercial decarbonisation and Circular Economy Work with Wiltshire organisations, contractors…
…) will continue to deliver new builds to net zero carbon in operation, on council-led schemes. Council house acquisitions aim for new builds to have a minimum EPC rating of C, and for non new builds the aim is for minimum EPC E and be capable of improving. All commercial lettings are now subject to Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations and works are undertaken prior to letting…
…. Property decarbonisation - What’s next for 2025 • Our asset management strategy will clarify the future roles and functions of our assets, which will enhance planning for net zero and resilient properties. • Continue to use energy usage data for better carbon reduction. • Rolling out further upgrades at high-energy sites. • Exploring smaller scale opportunities to generate electricity…
… to be adopted by Full Council in 2025, subject to consultation and any necessary changes. Whilst it is acknowledged by the national Transport Decarbonisation Plan that decarbonising vehicles will not be enough to achieve net zero transport, it is accepted that rural areas may need different approaches than urban. Wiltshire Council is mindful that being a rural county, there will be a significant…