What are Local Authorities in Wales doing about Climate Change?

In May 2008, we joined the Local Authority Carbon Management Programme. As part of this scheme, the Carbon Trust provides technical and change management support to help us realise carbon emissions savings. The aim is to reduce emissions under the direct control of the council - whether caused by energy use in buildings, street lighting, or vehicle fleets. 

Consultants are helping us with workshops, meetings and other support tailored around a 5 step process. The process guides us through:

• a systematic analysis of our carbon footprint,
• a calculation of the value at stake and the case for taking action,
• an assessment of opportunities to help manage carbon emissions,
• development of structured action plans for realising carbon savings, 
• embedding carbon management in our day to day business.

We have a Project Team to deliver the programme and a Project Board of senior managers and Councillors to give a corporate drive and commitment.

The Carbon Management Plan was agreed and adopted by Cabinet on 3rd June 2009.