Information Classification CONTROLLED Introduction to Climate Change Striving

Information Classification: CONTROLLED Introduction to Climate Change Striving to become Carbon Neutral by 2030 The role of Planning and Local Councils

Cornwall Council Climate Change Action Plan Information Classification: CONTROLLED The risks in Cornwall Disadvantaged and vulnerable most likely to impacted; Vulnerable coastline; Seasonal changes will impact food chains. The Motion – January 2019 1. Declare a ‘climate emergency’; 2. 2. Lobby for resources & powers; 3. Prepare an Action Plan towards carbon neutrality by 2030 • published July 2019 What have we already done? Green Cornwall programme; The Environmental Growth Strategy; Local Transport Plan.

Information Classification: CONTROLLED The challenge and choices Cornwall - addressing the Climate Emergency together • • Shift to Carbon Neutral energy; Council role as a leader and partner; Cornwall can show joined mitigating and adapting; A critical choice point about the type of society, economy and environment we want; • Cornwall Council alone cannot achieve carbon neutrality. Our immediate priority projects • Planting for the Forest for Cornwall 32 square miles; • Planning shake-up to promote renewable energy, environmental growth and energy-efficient homes; • A whole-house retrofit pilot.

Information Classification: CONTROLLED Climate Change DPD Mandated by Cabinet in July 2019 Proposed for submission in February 2021 Fuller scoping stage to cover a range of options Likely to include: Large scale renewables Energy efficiency standards Coastal change and flooding areas Natural Climate Solutions Early scoping starting now to determine options – no closed doors for content Formal engagement in March 2020

Information Classification: CONTROLLED Neighbourhood Planning and Climate Change Minimise the contribution to Climate Change • • Location of development Protect local services Allocate sites for renewable energy Encourage good quality design Adaptation and Mitigation • Protect and enhance green infrastructure • Safeguard areas for flood storage • Encourage SUDs • Promote biodiversity net gain • Encourage design standards

Information Classification: CONTROLLED Guide Notes

Information Classification: CONTROLLED Future Homes Standard Would be mandated by Government in two stages: Building Regulation Changes 2020 Future Homes Standard 2025 Currently open for consultation Proposed changes to building Regs Up to 30% improvement over existing Regs Removes ability to set own efficiency standards More consultation expected over new homes standard

Information Classification: CONTROLLED Localism Assistance The Localism Service will be able to provide help with: • Assisting Town and Parish Councils to respond to their declared climate emergencies • Support for community action through Community Network Panels • Providing advice and guidance for community engagement best practice In partnership we can: • Share Community Action Plans • Encourage biodiversity in public spaces • Continue to share relevant information

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