Issue - meetings

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.  

The report sets out the Climate Action Now Annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report 2023/24 covering the period April 2023 to March 2024 and highlights the council’s progress towards the 2030 net zero target. 

The Scrutiny Committee is requested to comment on and note the report. 

Officer contact: Nick Leslie 07775804984 | nick.leslie@stockport.gov.uk  

The Director of Place Management submitted the Climate Action Now (CAN) Annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions report for 2023/24 (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the council’s progress towards the 2030 net zero target.

The Cabinet Member for Climate Change & Environment (Councillor Mark Roberts) responded to questions from the Scrutiny Committee.

The following comments were made/issues raised:

·         The report highlighted progress made to date in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as well as the stark reality of the challenges that lay ahead.

·         It was reported that Greater Manchester was set to launch its next five-year strategy to tackle climate change.

·         The council were working hard to lobby the government on the case for the District Heat Network, which could be a game changer for the borough.

·         Members were encouraged to undertake Carbon Literacy training, if they had not already.

·         Engagement had been a priority for the council, especially with schools. The fact that different schools had different priorities was a challenge.

·         The council’s largest suppliers had been asked to monitor their emissions and provide the council with data.

·         Officers had been requested to focus on how to decarbonise the council’s fleet. It was noted that the cost of electric vehicles and infrastructure was high.

·         Members were encouraged to promote the CAN Seed Fund, and it was noted that schools could apply for this funding.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.