… carbon emissions. These actions are to either stop carbon emissions, develop ways to remove carbon that is already in the atmosphere (sequestration) or help communities and businesses prepare for the impact of a changing climate (adaptation). In achieving these actions, the authority will play its part in the global effort to reduce the impact of Climate Change and meet its net carbon zero target…
… in certain highways tasks Outline options and make recommendations for sequestration and/or offset projects. Research carbon sequestration and other potential offsetting projects.CR-03 Procurement process to include consideration of the impacts on climate change. Business case templates to include financial benefits or consequences of delivering low carbon alternatives. Proposed Timeline Mar 2023…
… (LCWIP) Ongoing Natural Environment The natural environment is key to removing carbon out of the atmosphere, through carbon sequestration. The focus of this theme is to maximise the benefit the councils land holding has on the climate. New land management opportunities will be identified to further enhance the positive carbon impact of County land with additional benefits of enhanced biodiversity…
…. Ref Description Action NE-01 Commission a study to determine the current sequestration / storage of carbon in natural habitats on SCC landholdings and the potential to increase it through tree planting and habitat enhancement. Review report outcomes and recommendations and produce business case to take forward recommendations. NE-02 Review policies that impact on our management of habitats…
… operated tools to be specified in future ground maintenance contracts and apply if possible Natural Environment Engage with consultants to produce a review of land/habitats in Staffordshire (including carbon impact, carbon storage benefits, potential opportunities, other benefits ie social and GIS data) to determine the current sequestration / storage of carbon in natural habitats on SCC…