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Lewes District Council

… and land- this will allow us to determine our route to net zero buildings and make the most of our other assets for the benefit of the whole district • Work with the Greater Brighton Economic Board to develop hydrogen hubs • Support investment in local renewable energy projects • Support private homeowners and renters in accessing energy efficiency advice and grants such as through Warmer Sussex…

… and deep retrofits to existing housing • New homes built to PassivHaus standard or equivalent • Waste has reduced by at least 24% • At least 65% of waste is recycled • Industrial process have become more efficient • 20% reduction in consumption of meat and dairyDecarbonise energy • Get buildings off oil and gas • At least 200 MW of renewable energy generation installed • EV charging…

… efficiency Shifting off gas for cooking More energy efficient homes and new-builds Energy Supply Increased solar PV Increased biomass Increased solar thermal Increased wind Increased tidal, wave & hydro Transport Travelling shorter distances Driving less Switching to electric vehicles Improving freight emissions International aviation & shipping Waste Producing less waste Increased recycling…

… Vehicles Fuel combustion On-site Energy Generation Procurement The Council’s Pathway to Net Zero 20 • Zero Carbon Fleet including waste and recycling vehicles • Decarbonised heat for all assets • Remaining emissions captured through investment in local projects 20202019 2021 BY 2025 • Engagement and review of how we achieve net zero • Decarbonising Our Housing Stock Project…

… this work has begun again with renewed focus and vigour. Our corporate plan emphasises the priority of tackling climate change. We have already begun decarbonising our social housing stock, supporting natural flood and infrastructural flood alleviation schemes, initiating hydrogen projects and expanding wildflower and tree planting amongst many other carbon reduction initiatives. It is a priority…