Including the closely related terms sustainability, and sustainability goals.
…. This GCCS provides a set of actions across mitigation and adaptation efforts focused on areas of opportunities. By adopting these actions, the associated reduction in emissions will contribute to building a more environmentally, sustainable and resilient Gloucester. To achieve net zero emissions goals, carbon removals and offsets would be required. The protection and regeneration of green spaces…
… Power in Action programme and Climate Leadership Gloucestershire, GCC is working collaboratively with local partners to achieve its sustainability goals. In January 2023 the council joined all Gloucestershire local authorities in taking collective action to deliver net zero transport, agreeing to work together on a county-wide project to tackle transport decarbonisation and achieve net zero…
… action to combat climate change in line with the Paris Agreement. While there are currently no statutory targets or mandatory reporting mechanisms for local authorities in England, growing pressure may change this in the coming years. This presents an opportunity for Gloucester City Council to get ahead of the curve, lead by example and achieve its vision of a more environmentally sustainable…
… and procurement teams to decarbonise all HGV freight fleets by 2045HGV Electrification Reduce car journeys to 47.5% by improving sustainable transport infrastructure and public transit options by 2045 Demand Reduction/Mode Shift – Reduce Car Use 33% reduction in all waste generated by 2037 Incentivising the use of low-carbon or active modes of travelling to reduce car use for strips to school by 2045…
… adopted 15% for Gloucester, considering its urban setting. Furthermore, the CCC estimates 34% of car trips could be reduced, with the inclusion of a shift to public transport. Considering Gloucester’s current car dependency and potential for active travel, it has been assumed a 47.5% by improving sustainable transport infrastructure and public transit options by 2045. This also considers a reduction…