Including the closely related terms uk government, government, and scottish government.
… in: • Reducing emissions from buildings (domestic and non-domestic), transport and waste • Implementing methods to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere 2.3 The Scottish Government has announced plans to achieve net-zero emission across Scotland by 2045 (five years earlier than the UK Government, based on advice from the IPCC stating Scotland has more areas of land available to plant trees…
…). The recent Scottish Government consultation (The role of Public Sector Bodies in tackling climate change) proposes that all Scottish local authorities publish a date by which they will achieve net-zero emissions, as part of the mandatory reporting duties. Some local authorities have published statements confirming target years of 2030, 2045, 2050 or ‘as soon as reasonably practicable.’ 2.4 North…
… warming, before the impacts of climate change become irreversible. This report has led to global declarations of a Climate Emergency, with governments and leaders being called upon to take action. 1.2 North Ayrshire Council has been proactive in tackling climate change, achieving almost 40% emission reduction since the 2005 baseline year, by consuming less fossil fuels and producing less…
… challenging by the removal of government subsidies for renewable technology. There are significant opportunities through the Ayrshire Growth Deal and regional economic work to lever external investment for both major renewable energy projects and local community solutions. The Corporate Sustainability team will continue to identify and secure external funding opportunities in order to best serve…