Including the closely related term transport infrastructure.
…, the majority of highways work, and public transport are managed at other levels of government. We do, however have a role in facilitating a decarbonised transport infrastructure in the borough. This may include increasing the number of public charge points available for electric vehicles, improving walking and cycling infrastructure across the borough and by promoting greater use of active modes…
… over these modes of travel but can support and encourage transition to alternatives. These may include improved efficiency through car-sharing, alternative forms of transport (e.g. public transport, cycling, walking) or reducing the travel requirement via hybrid working. 5.10 Borough-wide travel The council’s ability to shape transport across the borough is limited: railway infrastructure…
… Authority, with extra investment for our county as well as the transfer of specific powers in areas like transport, bus services, housing and skills from central government to a local level, giving greater autonomy to local leaders over decision making and funding. Over the forthcoming years, this is likely to enable partners to work together and maximise opportunities to tackle the impacts…
… and is included under the 2050 target. Travel 5.8 Council fleet The council operates a fleet of vehicles to support a range of different services within the borough. These include the road vehicles used to transport staff and equipment, and specialist machinery (e.g. lawnmowers) used to maintain properties and green space within the borough. While we have trialled a number of alternatives, the fleet…
…, minimise emissions, and provide additional benefits relating to climate change in the local area, for example, by sourcing local sustainable low-carbon construction materials, using low carbon transportation etc. 5.20 Chesterfield Borough Council has been a key partner within Vision Derbyshire, which is a collective of local authorities in Derbyshire. Vision Derbyshire organisations are developing…