This report seeks authorisation to pursue three lines of action to address climate change: establishing a climate change unit; developing a ‘zero carbon strategy’ for reducing carbon emissions to net zero by 2030; and launching an independent, resident-led commission on climate change.
Reasons for urgency:
Urgent decision is needed to expedite the council's intentions to address climate change and biodiversity loss, as expressed in the 'climate emergency' special motion tabled for Full Council on 17th July 2019. Urgency is required in recognition of the need for swift action entailed in the declaration of this emergency.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects 2 or more wards;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 15/07/2019
Reason for urgency:
Urgent decision is needed to expedite the council's intentions to address climate change and biodiversity loss, as expressed in the 'climate emergency' special motion tabled for Full Council on 17th July 2019. Urgency is required in recognition of the need for swift action entailed in the declaration of this emergency.
Report access: Open;
Report Type: Key Decision;
Decision due: 22 Jul 2019 by Leader of the Council
Lead member: Cabinet Member for the Environment
Lead director: Director Residents' Services
Department: The Environment department
Contact: Jim Cunningham Email: Jim.Cunningham@lbhf.gov.uk Tel: 07468 365829.