What is the council doing to address climate change?
We are working hard to reduce the contribution of CO2 to climate change and will lead the way for everyone in Wolverhampton to ensure a longer term quality of life for all associated with the city.
Wolverhampton Declaration on Climate Change
The Wolverhampton Declaration on Climate Change was signed by the leaders of all three political groups in the city on December 20 2006.
We acknowledge the increasing impact that climate change will have on our community during the 21st century and commits to tackling the causes and effects of a changing climate on our city.
The declaration highlights our commitment to develop plans with partners and local communities to address the causes and impacts of our changing climate.
Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan 2009-2012
The Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan 2009-2012 has been developed in fulfilment of the Wolverhampton Declaration on Climate Change.
Our strategy addresses climate change through mitigation (reducing our CO2 emissions) and adaptation to future climate change.
Carbon Management Strategy
We are committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our operations and activities, and have been working in partnership with the Carbon Trust to develop a Carbon Management Strategy.
On April 9 2008 the Carbon Management Strategy and Implementation Plan was agreed by Cabinet.
The plan outlines projects that we will take forward in order to reduce carbon emissions by 25% by 2015 from our operations, including:
- reductions from council buildings (including schools)
- fleet vehicles and transportation
- staff commuting
- street lighting.
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Contact us
For more information about climate change, carbon management and sustainability, contact us at the points below:
e-mail: sustainability@wolverhampton.gov.uk
Phone: 01902 555627
Write:
Sustainability Unit
Regeneration and Environment
Wolverhampton City Council
Civic Centre, St. Peter's Square
Wolverhampton
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