The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) is an independent body established under the Climate Change Act to advise the UK Government on setting carbon budgets, and to report to Parliament on the progress made in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
This summer 2008 ETH Zurich researchers studied the natural balance of methane in the arctic permafrost soils of the Lena Delta in Russia – research under adverse condition
The 'Merton Rule' is the groundbreaking planning policy, pioneered by the London Borough of Merton, which requires the use of renewable energy onsite to reduce annual carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the built environment.
Every Actions Counts provides advice and support to voluntary and community organisations which are looking to reduce their impact on the environment, tackle climate change and improve their local area.
We are a charity committed to sustainable development.
This means developing an enriching and enjoyable way of life that does not threaten the global environment or rob future generations of resources.
We want to see businesses and communities thriving in a future that’s environmentally sustainable and socially just.
It can be done. In fact it’s the only way businesses and communities will prosper in the long run. But we need bold action, now.
We play our part by:
* Showing organisations what a sustainable future could look like and challenging them to make a difference
* Delivering practical solutions to help organisations change
* Training leaders to bring about change, and educating the leaders of tomorrow
* Communicating success stories
National policy to reduce greenhouse gases includes ensuring local authorities deliver sustainable energy processes and policies. The 2005 ‘Sustainable energy’ beacons have created a benchmark and toolkit to help others to provide local solutions to an international problem.
The LGA Climate Change Commission was established to consider how local government can respond more effectively to both reduce greenhouse gas emissions and deal with the impact of climate change.
The commission will look at the ways in which councils can tackle carbon emissions in their own buildings and facilities, in the services they provide and decisions they take in housing, transport and social services. It will investigate how authorities go about purchasing green goods and services as well as the most effective way to share best practice. It will explore the leadership role of councils in encouraging individuals, communities and businesses to reduce their emissions. Members will also consult with authorities in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The UK Global Environmental Change Committee (GECC) is an Inter-Agency Committee which provides a forum to coordinate UK involvement in the science and technology of climate change and other global environmental change, both nationally and internationally. It reviews the effectiveness of the national capacity, capability and performance in these areas and makes recommendations, including identification of lead agencies.
The Bill will create a new approach to managing and responding to climate change in the UK through: setting ambitious targets, taking powers to help achieve them, strengthening the institutional framework, enhancing the UK’s ability to adapt to the impact of climate change and establishing clear and regular accountability to the UK, Parliament and devolved legislatures