Fresh proposals designed to tackle climate change and make Leicestershire a net zero carbon county by 2045 have been set out.
The draft strategy sets out our plan to join forces with residents, councils, businesses, universities and others in the race to net zero.
Big drops in business mileage and energy use mean that the council has cut its own emissions by almost 75 per cent and is currently on track to become carbon neutral by 2030.
A major, three-month consultation is also proposed in the report, enabling people to have their say on the key challenge.
Councillor Blake Pain, cabinet member for the environment and the green agenda said: “We’re a green council. That’s why cutting carbon and boosting biodiversity is being built into our services – and we’re making good progress.The draft strategy and action plan looks at the next step.
Tackling climate change across the whole of Leicestershire is too big a job for any one organisation. And importantly, it sets out how we can work together to get to net zero by 2045. Everyone can play their part and I’d urge people to get involved. By having your say on this key plan, you’ll be shaping a greener Leicestershire for future generations.”
