Including 5 closely related terms such as tree planting, trees, and tree planting.
… is acknowledged by the “Net” in the Net Zero Carbon equation as it enables this residual carbon footprint to be compensated for by the generation of renewable energy and/or via carbon offsetting (such as by the planting of trees). This can be summarised thus: 3.2 CARBON FOOTPRINT Non-Domestic Buildings 2016/17 2017/18 2018/19 2018/19 v 2017/18 Result Result Result Progress % change Consumption (kWh…
… of CO2 in the atmosphere. Because one unit of CO2 has the same climate impact wherever it is emitted, the benefit is the same wherever it is reduced or avoided. Achieving verified carbon reductions could include protecting rainforests in Sierra Leone or potentially local tree planting. This can be a complex issue and represents the option of last resort unless tree-planting / peatland enhancement…
… Procurement Service (NPS) to support greater procurement of energy from locally generated renewable energy projects Sustainable Development Manager On-going NZC-15 Explore the feasibility of tree-planting, and other such measures, on Council controlled land to contribute towards carbon offsetting Strategic Asset Manager On-going NZC-16 Develop appropriate target for renewable energy…