RECOMMENDED: 1) That officers be requested to prepare a climate change policy & separate climate change strategy with action plan.
2) That the Councilfully recognise the evolving climate crisis and work towards Borough Council carbon footprint neutrality and net zero district carbon emissions. The dates will be determined taking into account emerging policies at the national and local level.
3) The current 12 month UEA Intern post should be extended to a temporary 2 year fixed term post.
Reason for Decision
1) To ensure the Council is able to mitigate its carbon footprint
2) To consider and respond to Motion 5/19
3) To ensure the work plan and other areas of work are progressed