… of reaching net-zero by 2030 is ambitious. This is an ambitious plan. It sets out the scale of the challenge and the action that we need to take, working with the Government, our councils, businesses and residents, in order to meet it. 3 Climate emergency goal for the future of our region This goal is shared by our unitary authority partners and is a key part of our covid-19…
…, regionally and locally to accelerate our journey towards a net zero carbon future. This action plan sets out the actions WECA will take, within our powers, to support the rapid delivery of this climate emergency goal for the West of England. The West of England has set an ambitious goal for tackling climate change ‘In 2030, the West of England is net zero carbon’ 4…
… than the drop following the 2009 financial crisis, however this percentage decline will need to be increased and repeated year after year to meet net zero goals. In the medium term, the impact of the pandemic on emissions will depend on how carbon intensive the world’s stimulus is during recovery. During lockdown • Daily emissions in the UK fell by 31% during the peak in April and May • Energy…
… make the most of the opportunity to re-build through proposals that deliver a net zero carbon approach. Approach: working together to deliver the ambition This plan is a key part of our covid-19 recovery plan. It is about supporting our climate emergency goal alongside securing our economic future following the covid-19 pandemic. It is part of a set of plans for the region, that stem from our…
… Local Industrial Strategy and covid-19 recovery plan, and take the ambitious action needed to deliver clean and inclusive economic growth. It sets out the next steps WECA will take to support a net zero region, building on the carbon reduction programmes and initiatives already underway. Such as the £1.7m Low Carbon Challenge Fund and the Green Business Grant scheme, as well as activities…