Climate Change
Parish and town councils can play a substantial role in the drive to reduce the risks of climate change. The Sustainable Energy and Climate Change Act 2006 gave parish and town councils specific powers in relation to local energy saving measures, which will reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Parish and town councils can promote and support community initiatives to reduce emissions.
Taking such action not only reduces the impact on the environment but can save parish and town councils money too in the longer term.
The DCLG has produced a guide for parish and town councils on the powers available to them, which can be downloaded below.
How to declare a Climate and Ecological Emergency - 274KB Ways to Tackle Climate Change - 555 Kb Parish Council Climate Change Toolkit - 1651Kb Green Space 2 Grow Pack for Local Councils - October 2023 - 246KB Community Renewable Energy Presentation - 1758KB Biodiversity Net Gain Guide for Local Councils - 4006B
The Cumbria Strategic Partnership's document detailing the Strategy and 11 action plans on Climate Change.
Cumbria Climate Change Action Plan - 880KB