…. The vision for 2030, is that Cheltenham fulfils its vision to be a place: where all our people and the communities they live in thrive; where culture and creativity thrives, celebrated and enjoyed throughout the year; where businesses and their workforces thrive and where everyone thrives, in a setting that is net zero carbon and recognisably, iconically Cheltenham. 4 4…
… will take to address the emergency. 2 Cheltenham Borough Council Cheltenham Borough Council declares a climate emergency 2019 http://bit.ly/2lMdEvp 7 7 The Council is not alone in this venture. On April 30th, Cheltenham’s MP sponsored the widely welcomed Climate Change (Net Zero UK Carbon Account) Bill which requires the UK to achieve a net zero carbon budget nationwide…
… lead to a stop within a couple of decades, or less. And by “stop” I mean net zero – and then quickly on to negative figures. Greta Thunberg 18 18 Carbon Neutral Council The potential list of projects to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 for Cheltenham Council is extensive. To set priorities, it is essential to understand the investments required for the return, the risks…
…. Currently, annual tree planting measures in the low hundreds, which will not keep pace with natural losses. It is recommended that the Council works with partners such as the Rotary Club, County Council, Parish Councils and The Woodland Trust to facilitate the planting of a net million trees. Not only would this contribute to the net zero target, but it could also form a key part…
… for this will also need to be considered in light of changes in national policy that are likely to take place as the UK achieves its own net zero carbon target. 15 Based on current trends in the electricity grid mix. Should the national electricity mix decarbonise less quickly, there will be a need for more activity in the Borough. 31 31 Transport Eliminating emissions from…