Cities are the real "doers" in fighting climate change, but city leaders need powers and resources to go further and faster, according to C40 Chair @MayorofLondon @SadiqKhan in @NYTimes.
#NetZeroLocal nytimes.com/2022/06/29/clima…
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During Treasury Questions, @peter_aldous calls for investment in "clean, low carbon infrastructure" to create "long-term rewarding jobs in coastal constituencies".
@lucyfrazermp says that "the tax system does support low carbon and energy infrastructure".
#NetZeroLocal
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🚸 At UK100, we know climate engagement is key to accelerating #NetZeroLocal action and we're really pleased to see our members @NewcastleCC work on convening a #YouthClimateChangeSummit.
If you're between 14 and 18 and in #Newcastle, get involved 👇
11 Jun 2022
We are looking for 14-18 year olds to take part in our first youth climate change summit. This is an exciting opportunity to learn about the issues of climate change and to tell city leaders what actions are needed to tackle this in Newcastle.
Sign up 👉 orlo.uk/qHyzc
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At the @CBItweets #AchievingNetZero conference, @ChiefExecUK100_ joined a session with @faye_bowser, @Siemens, David Croft, @ThisIsReckitt, @guynewey, @EnergySysCat, and @RainNewtonSmith to discuss how #NetZeroLocal action can drive the #LevellingUp agenda and regional growth.
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🚨 | This week, @ChiefExecUK100_ will join the @CBItweets #AchievingNetZero conference event at the @sciencemuseum in #London.
Polly joins @AlokSharma_RDG, @ed_birkett, @Ed_Miliband, @ChiefExecCCC and many others — and will talk about #NetZeroLocal as a driver of #LevellingUp 📈
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⚡ According to the latest polling, three in four people say not enough charging points is the main barrier to electric vehicles.
👏 Great to see UK100 members @WestMids_CA working with @thenec to ease the transition as they accelerate action on #NetZeroLocal in #WestMidlands 👇
18 May 2022
⚡️One of the largest EV hubs in Europe is coming to the West Midlands this Autumn⚡️
🔋More than 180 charging points
🔋At the heart of the UK’s road network
🔋Charge your car in 15-30 mins
Well done @thenec 👏🏻 This is a great step forward on the WM’s path to net-zero by 2041 📉
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Local authorities have the ambition and the drive to deliver #NetZeroLocal.
But councillors at every level face challenges around finance, skills and capacity in this, outlined in @psenews's recent article. 💷 👇
publicsectorexecutive.com/ar…
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🆕 UK100 member @CotswoldDC has launched an innovative new climate bond to accelerate action on #NetZeroLocal 👇
👣 Hot on the tracks of fellow members @WestBerkshire, which launched the UK's first Community Municipal Investment (CMI) in 2020.
More 👉 uk100.org/projects/knowledge…
27 Apr 2022
New municipal investment is now open!
Cotswold Climate Investment is raising £500,000 to help their residents go green with public EV charging points and help upgrade council’s offices to reduce their own emissions. 📣
Find out more ⬇️
abundanceinvestment.com/inve…
Capital at risk
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What does the #KingOfRockAndRoll have in common with the UK's energy system?
Read @ChiefExecUK100_'s article on @ElvisPresley, @ofgem's review of the review into local energy system operation, and #NetZeroLocal.
✍🏻 @PollyBillington for @localgoveditors
localgov.co.uk/All-shook-up-…
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📚 New on the Knowledge Hub 👇
@StroudDC works with @Cotswold_Energy to install water source heat pumps at Port Mill and Ebley Mill. 🌊
This will provide low-carbon heating for council buildings. Read more 👇
uk100.org/projects/knowledge…
#NetZeroLocal
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⚡ This review is welcome and timely. It is great to see Ofgem recognise the vital role of local authorities in creating the kind of future-proof #NetZeroLocal energy systems we need, which have flexibility at their core.
We would encourage our members to share their input 👇
The decarbonisation of the UK’s energy system will see a dramatic increase in local low carbon electricity generation. We’re seeking input on the future of local energy institutions and governance. Read more and get in touch to tell us your views 👇
ow.ly/wEur50IS7gq
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During questions to @COP26 President @AlokSharma_RDG, @Caroline_Ansell argues for the UK to harness untapped potential for rooftop solar generation and to promote financial incentives for local businesses play their part in tackling climate change. #NetZeroLocal
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.@DSimmonds_RNP asks @COP26 President @AlokSharma_RDG about the role of local energy companies in supporting SMEs with the transition to #NetZero. Local authorities, with their insight into local opportunities, are best placed to assist with developing partnerships. #NetZeroLocal
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⚠️ Useful reminder of why projects like the @cityoflondon and Heart of the City's "Climate for SMEs: 4 Steps to Action" programme are so important for helping businesses support #NetZeroLocal.
👉 Read more from @City_McGuinness and @HOTC_UK: uk100.org/projects/knowledge…
11 Apr 2022
"Three-quarters of UK SMEs don’t know what ‘net zero’ means or how it applies to them" @futureNetZero
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What is net zero? Smaller businesses don’t know futurenetzero.com/2022/04/01…
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🆕 Published on our website ⬇️
@cityoflondon's @City_McGuinness and Heart of the City talk us through their work together supporting #SquareMile SMEs to reach #NetZeroLocal by 2040.
And @HOTC_UK's new course — Climate for SMEs: 4 Steps to Action.
MORE: uk100.org/projects/knowledge…
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🏘️ @ChiefExecUK100_ @PollyBillington has co-signed a letter to the Housing Minister from the #BetterPlanningCoalition.
🔑 Local authorities are the key to delivering an integrated planning system — including housing, transport & energy — that can deliver #NetZeroLocal.
MORE 👇
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16 Mar 2022
Practical support will be crucial to accelerate local #NetZero action and we look forward to welcoming a brilliant line up of speakers from @beisgovuk, @UKRI_news, @InnovateUk, @UK100 and more.
#NetZeroLocal #localenergy
Register here: buff.ly/3uJ1zbu
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💬 Delighted to be in #Leeds to hear from @MayorOfWY at today's event hosted by @ifgevents.
🌍 Pleased to hear @TracyBrabin talk about the importance of public transport in the region and @WestYorkshireCA's commitment to #NetZeroLocal by 2038.
📺 WATCH: youtube.com/watch?v=TXTeGjpm…
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📣 Today, @AndyBurnhamGM launched #NewEraGM.
🚌 Among key #NetZeroLocal pledges, we're delighted to see the detail on plans to improve GM public transport systems.
💡 We believe local leaders are best placed to build integrated transport networks that work for people & planet.
14 Mar 2022
🗣️ "We will make travelling by public transport more appealing, easier and, significantly, put our people before profits."
🚍 Today Andy will set out the major steps we're taking to deliver a London-style public system for Greater Manchester.
#NewEraGM
greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/…
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4 Mar 2022
New Guest Blog!!
Vicky Kingston @LP_localgov talks about public procurement barriers faced by local authorities on the pathway to #NetZero and how ESC’s new platform Net Zero Go has been designed to help. #NetZeroLocal #localenergy
es.catapult.org.uk/insight/b…
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