Including the closely related term retrofitting.
… that will help us to tackle climate change among the main areas we can influence as a council. Separate action plans for each objective outline how we plan to achieve them. 1. Buildings Retrofit and decarbonise buildings and heating systems. 2. Transport Support decarbonised, safe and sustainable transport. 3. Net zero council Embed climate action across council governance…
… - Boosted local economy Retrofitting homes - by improving energy efficiency and upgrading to renewables, making them warmer and less dependent on dirty, expensive energy. - Reduced energy bills - Increased energy security and independence - Warmer, healthier homes - Alleviation of fuel poverty - Less demand on healthcare services Enhancing biodiversity - through planting trees…
… To achieve our target, we have identified eight key objectives for both our council and the wider area: 1. Buildings Retrofit and decarbonise buildings and heating systems. 2. Transport Support decarbonised, safe and sustainable transport. 3. Net zero council Embed climate action across council governance and financial decision-making. 4. Planning Use our planning powers to plan…
… significant retrofitting to conserve energy and adapt to temperatures extremes. - Wet weather will lead to increases in dampness, mould and poor living and working conditions. - Risk of energy supply shortages. Public car parks - Increased rainfall causing surface water flooding. - Poor weather affecting infrastructure, such as melting surfaces during heatwaves or cold weather causing…