Energy

Why is Energy an issue for the Royal Borough?
The rising demand for energy across the planet is causing many problems today and is likely to cause greater problems for future generations. Increased energy use:

• creates more greenhouse gas emissions and raises the threat of climate change
• depletes natural fuel reserves and puts pressure on biodiversity
• increases upward pressure on fuel prices
• adds to air pollution and exacerbates breathing problems

Climate Change is now regarded as the greatest challenge facing our communities over the coming years. It will continue to have far reaching effects on the UK's people and places, economy, society and environment.

Energy efficiency measures and the use of renewable energy can help address these problems while saving the Council money.

What is the Council doing to address this issue?
In January 2007 the Council demonstrated its commitment to delivering a programme of measures and initiatives for tackling climate change by becoming a signatory to the Nottingham Declaration on Climate Change (external website). By signing the Declaration the Council has pledged to systematically address the causes of climate change and to prepare the community for its impacts.

In April 2008 the Council launched the Carbon Management Programme, which is designed to reduce both Council CO2 emissions and costs through reducing energy consumption.
To find out more follow the 'Energy Efficiency - Council' link to the right.

The Council provides access to advice and support for Energy Efficiency measures in the home.
To find out more follow the 'Energy Efficiency - Domestic' link to the right.

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