… greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, and limit global warming to 1.5°C. The seriousness of this message re-ignited a global movement of climate action to raise awareness and demand governments at all levels take action. Schoolchildren went on strike inspired by a courageous Greta Thunberg, Extinction Rebellion held large scale demonstrations in London and other major cities across…
… the world, and the climate and ecological emergency became front page news. Following this renewed attention and on the recommendation of the Committee on Climate Change, the UK government became the first major global economy to set a net zero greenhouse gas target for 2050. Camden is at the forefront of climate action. Over the last 10 years, carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from our own estate…
… 2019, Camden Council formally declared a Climate and Ecological Emergency, recognising not only the threat of climate change but also the impact of irreversible damage to ecosystems, and committed to do everything it can to make Camden net zero carbon by 2030. This Climate Action Plan, developed following an extensive community engagement process, creates a framework for action across all…
…: a) declares a climate and ecological emergency; b) commits the Council to take the action it can to make Camden net zero carbon by 2030, taking forward the recommendations of the Camden Climate Emergency Citizens’ Assembly to achieve this, ensuring that Camden’s citizens, businesses, and local organisations are fully involved in the mission to reduce carbon, and pursuing climate action…
… biodiversity. Organisations - All organisations in Camden will operate responsibly and embed tackling the climate crisis throughout their operations. Quarter DARKSIDE Achieving a net zero carbon Camden by 2030 will require everyone living and working in Camden to play their part, but the Council will need to enable and support people to take climate action. The Council will also need to lead…