… SUTTON’S ENVIRONMENT STRATEGY 2019–2025 & CLIMATE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN CONTENTS Foreword - Cllr Manuel Abellan 3 Foreword - Cllr Ben Andrew 5 The Vision 6 Be part of this! 8 Cleaner air 12 A greener borough 16 Achieving net zero carbon 20 Creating a circular economy 24 Tackling climate change 28 Implementation…
… Manuel Abellan, Chair of Environment and Neighbourhood Committee Sutton’s Environment Strategy | 32 | Sutton’s Environment Strategy FOREWORD 2020 Sutton has declared a climate emergency and committed to the borough reducing its carbon emissions to net zero. This is an enormous ambition but the right thing to do for our environment and the health and security of future generations…
… caused by climate change. Everyone will know and play their role in reducing their impact on the environment. CLEANER AIR By March 2022, 48% of journeys in Sutton will be made by walking, cycling or public transport, rising to 63% by 2041. Meet the air quality standards as soon as possible. ACHIEVING NET ZERO CARBON All of the borough’s energy needs will be met from renewable, community…
… https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MRjN8_RJ5eoWz_Dh0_lRRl3adxZOi5Rz43iW6uZjsrc/edit#gid=897917742 ACHIEVING NET ZERO CARBON THE VISION The borough will have net zero carbon emissions. Sutton’s Environment Strategy | 2120 | Sutton’s Environment Strategy THE CURRENT SITUATION. Energy usage followed by vehicle use is the main cause of carbon emissions in Sutton, and therefore…
… of Intent24 extends the criteria of those eligible for a home visit, to ensure more vulnerable people in Sutton can benefit. We will provide information to homeowners and the wider public about ways to make homes warmer and save money on energy bills by improving energy efficiency and reducing the carbon footprint of their home. THE TARGETS The Council will achieve net zero carbon emissions…