A city council which considers itself the UK’s climate capital has significantly increased its net carbon footprint, according to a report.
The research, which was put together for Peterborough City Council, said its net emissions were 7,389 of CO2e (carbon dioxide or equivalent) in 2022-23, compared with 4,813 tonnes the previous year.
The local authority blamed its own decision to switch from a green electricity tariff, to a standard tariff.
The Council Carbon Footprint report said the local authority was still “committed” to being net-zero by 2030.
The council report pointed out that, since 2022, new staff had been offered a personalised route plan for commuting to the office, encouraging walking, cycling and public transport.
LED lights are also being installed at the council’s sporting facilities, art venues and its museum.
Other plans include planting thousands of trees, more electric vehicle chargers and smart meters in council buildings.
The council’s climate committee is due to discuss the report at a meeting on Wednesday.
A city council which considers itself the UK’s climate capital has significantly increased its net carbon footprint, according to a report.The research, which was put together for Peterborough City Council, said its net emissions were 7,389 of CO2e (carbon dioxide or equivalent) in 2022-23, compared with 4,813 tonnes the previous year.The local authority blamed its own decision to switch from a green electricity tariff, to a standard tariff.The Council Carbon Footprint report said the local authority was still “committed” to being net-zero by 2030.The council report pointed out that, since 2022, new staff had been offered a personalised route plan…
Peterborough council’s net carbon emissions increase – BBC.com
Source: Assent.Environmental