… pleasure to introduce this Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan. In 2019, all parties unanimously agreed the declaration of a climate emergency. Following this, a cross party member working group began the development of this strategy with a view to achieving its ambitious goal of achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. In the course of developing this strategy, the working group also…
… and the need for urgent action. This strategy gives the Borough a strategic direction and provides the framework within which we can collectively take responsibility and work together to deliver our Net Zero Vision. Together, we can ensure that our Borough has a greener and more resilient future and is a place where future generations can truly thrive. Together, we can ensure that Rugby Borough plays its…
… part in addressing a global emergency. Together, we must all take action now. Cllr Emma Crane Climate Change Champion 4Climate Change Strategy | Rugby Borough Council Workplaces and Economy Adaptation Transport Waste, Resources and the Circular Economy Homes and Energy Natural Environment OUR NET ZERO VISION ‘Rugby is an environmentally sustainable place where we work together…
… to reduce and mitigate the effects of climate change, transitioning Rugby to a low carbon and nature positive place which is net zero.' OUR STRATEGY AND ACTION PLAN This Net Zero Strategy and Action Plan sets out the approach and actions that Rugby Borough Council will need to take to meet our ambitious net zero by 2030 target. It sets out how the Council will respond to the climate and nature…
… Strategy | Rugby Borough Council CARBON EMISSIONS IN RUGBY During 2021, the Council commissioned a study of its existing carbon footprint which calculated the emissions relating to our council buildings, leisure centre, fleet vehicles and other sources, identifying a carbon footprint over 2020/21 of 2,402 tCO2e. These emissions were made up as follows: Reducing this to net zero presents a significant…