Decision
Analysis
outcome: The council resolved to note the contents of the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report 2022-23 before its publication on the council's website.
summary: The decision is regarding the acknowledgment of the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report 2022-23 by the council, which is a requirement by the Department of Energy and Climate Change.
topline: The council has decided to acknowledge the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report 2022-23 in compliance with national requirements and ahead of publishing it online.
reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to the local and national importance of climate change, the council's previous declaration of a climate emergency, and the impact of the Carbon Reduction Management Plan.
affected_stakeholders: Local community, environmental groups, council members, and potentially businesses and developers within the council's jurisdiction.
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There is no direct mention of political parties or political influence in the decision provided.
URL: https://baberghmidsuffolk.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1065
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Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
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Content: It was RESOLVED: - 1.1 That the contents of the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report 2022-23 at Appendix A to the report be noted. REASON FOR DECISION Since 2011, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has required local authorities to measure and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from their estate and operations. Each Local Authority has been requested to publish their Greenhouse Gas reports locally online each year. The Council is therefore required to note this report prior to publication on the Councils website. Over 4 years ago the Council declared a climate emergency and produced their first Carbon Reduction Management Plan a refresh of this Plan is also nearing completion. Alternative Options Considered and Rejected: Do nothing. Any Declarations of Interests Declared: None Any Dispensation Granted: None
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