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Shetland Islands Council

…. This is bad, as fish and other species aren’t used to this type of environment. Species with shells are particularly affected, as acidic water can cause their shells to dissolve. In Shetland, our key economic sectors and lifeline services are highly susceptible to climate change. Transport infrastructure is sensitive to flooding and severe wind in particular, as these hazards have the potential…

… to cause physical damage and disruption. Our remote location means damage to transport infrastructure and disruption to services can have significant impacts on inter-island transport, on transport to the mainland and so on our supply chains. Severe wind, flooding, and extreme temperatures can result in injury, ill health, or even loss of life. Furthermore, our health infrastructure is sensitive…

…, such as walking or cycling, will also improve the health and wellbeing of those who are able to do so. • Improving public transport to increase uptake improves equality. • By investing in green jobs and development, the transition to net zero will provide opportunities for employment, education, up-skilling, re-skilling, training and attainment that will increase social mobility…

… scale. The GHG emissions profile for Shetland is highly unusual. In contrast to most Local Authorities, where emissions are dominated by energy use in buildings and road transport, some of Shetland’s largest sources of emissions are from land use, energy industries and agriculture. Following establishment of Shetlands emissions baseline, the following methodology was used to develop the net zero…

…. There are many co-benefits to undertaking climate action, including a healthier population, safer and more eff icient transportation, a reduction in fuel poverty and investment in our local skills and economy. The Strategy will position Shetland Islands Council to be a leader within Shetland and Scotland. We will work with regional and national partners to achieve the objectives laid out…