Essex Climate Action Commission

Essex Climate Action Commission

Environmental Services

Chelmsford, Essex 298 followers

Welcome to the Essex Climate Action Commission: setting out a path for a net-zero transition, across the county.

About us

The Essex Climate Action Commission (ECAC) is an independent, voluntary, and cross-party body, bringing together groups from the public and private sector, as well as individuals from organisations, to promote and guide climate action in the county. As a Commission, our purpose is to provide expert advice and up-to-date recommendations to move Essex to net zero by 2050. When we were established as a group, we agreed that recommendations should include actions for adapting to an already changing climate. We need to ensure Essex is resilient to climate change impacts such as the extreme weather and flooding we are now experiencing. Our recommendations also consider the roles of multiple partners across Essex, all of whom will have responsibilities and contributions to make in moving Essex to a net zero county. We know the next decade is critical and we have set targets for action with this in mind. Essex needs to have halved its greenhouse gas emissions in the next 10 years. We have over 30 commissioners and they are are drawn from a wide cross-section of society. Our two co-chairs come from the Young Essex Assembly and represent the views of the young people of Essex. We have elected officials, drawn from all political parties, representing the residents of Essex. The UK Committee on Climate Change supported the Commission in considering current and future potential impacts of climate change in Essex. The recommendations for adaptation and resilience measures have been integrated and are fully reflected in the Commission’s work which has been structured around six core themes: Land Use / Green Infrastructure, Energy, The Built Environment, Transport, Waste and Community Engagement.

Industry
Environmental Services
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Chelmsford, Essex
Type
Public Company
Specialties
climate change, sustainability, community engagement, sustainable transport, green infrastructure, renewable energy, community energy, electric vehicles, cycling, net zero, recycling, zero waste, sustainable energy, climate action, and sustainable farming

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Employees at Essex Climate Action Commission

Updates

  • Are you passionate about sustainability and would like to find out more about how you can get involved in climate action? The Essex Climate Action monthly newsletter is a fantastic way to stay informed on all the latest environmental news stories. By signing up to the newsletter, you will receive: 📅 Updates on upcoming events and conferences to add to your calendar 📚 Announcements on new publications of reports and research ♻️ Tips and resources to help you live a more sustainable lifestyle whilst you are at home or at work 🌳 Volunteering and funding opportunities 🌍 Insights into local and national environmental initiatives The Essex Climate Action newsletter can be found under the Environment and Climate Action section. 👇📰 https://lnkd.in/eE_BkgEk

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  • Saturday 7 December 2024 is Small Business Saturday which celebrates the heart and soul of our county - our amazing small businesses! 🛍️ Whether you're shopping for unique gifts, enjoying a delicious meal, or finding that perfect service, remember that every purchase you make supports local entrepreneurs and helps our Essex community thrive. 🥡🎁 Shopping local also helps reduce your carbon footprint👣

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  • Would you like to make a positive impact on the environment? The Carbon Cutting Essex app is your own personal guide to help you transition to a sustainable lifestyle. ♻️🌍 Track your carbon footprint, discover tons of eco-friendly tips and connect with a community of like-minded users who are also dedicated to sustainability. Every small action counts in taking action on climate change and together we can all make a huge difference. This month, find out everything you need to know about how we can manage waste efficiently and broaden your knowledge on the Waste Strategy for Essex. #ClimateAction #EcoFriendly #Sustainability Download the app for free today! https://lnkd.in/eFu6b_DA

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  • Join the Essex Schools’ Climate Action Network (ESCAN)! 🌍 Are you passionate about climate action? 🌱 Become an ESCAN Ambassador and connect with students and teachers across Essex to share and learn about sustainability! Register for the next ESCAN meeting today!: https://lnkd.in/dDN8vYpZ ✨ Why Join? - Share your school’s sustainability success stories - Meet like-minded peers in virtual meetings - Learn from expert guest speakers in climate action 👥 Who Can Join? - Students and teachers from schools across Essex - Students aged 13+ can consent to data sharing - Students aged 12 or younger need a parent/guardian’s contact details 📅 Stay Tuned! - Guest speaker announcement coming soon! - Watch recordings of our previous meetings: https://lnkd.in/dHUVwbAZ

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  • 🌱 Transforming Home Heating in Essex! More than 2,100 households have registered for the Essex County Council innovative heat pump scheme, with 117 already accepting offers. This community-led initiative simplifies the transition to air source heat pumps, offering exclusive pricing and professional support. Participants can benefit from an average savings of 12% on installation costs, alongside potential grants of up to £7,500 from the Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme. If you missed the registration window, you can still express interest for future schemes at https://lnkd.in/eh8SUrPE Together, we can create a more sustainable future! #Sustainability #HeatPumps #Essex

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  • We would love to hear about your favourite book recommendations on sustainability and the environment. Did you know that you can recycle books which you have finished with at your local recycling centre? ♻️ This month, the theme of the Carbon Cutting Essex app allows users to find out everything they need to know about the Waste Strategy for Essex plus tons of other top tips on how to manage waste efficiently whilst at home or at work. Join other residents who are already taking action on climate change by downloading the Carbon Cutting Essex app today. https://lnkd.in/eFu6b_DA 📚 🌍 #ZeroWaste #carboncuttingessex

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  • This week marks European Week for Waste Reduction 2024! Let’s all take action to reduce, reduce and recycle and move to a more sustainable future. This year, the campaign focuses on how we can reduce food waste. ♻️ 🌍 This month, the theme of the Carbon Cutting Essex app provides everything you need to know about the Waste Strategy for Essex. This sets out how we will manage recycling and waste in the county for the next 30 years. It also provides tons of tips to help you get inspired with developing good daily habits to reduce waste whilst at home or at work. Download for free today or log on to keep on track with this month’s activities. 📱 https://lnkd.in/eFu6b_DA

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