LUC has teamed up with students at the University of Bristol on a research project. The research looks at how Local Authorities are addressing the climate emergency.

The project will help LUC and others gain a better understanding of what actions Local Authorities around the country are taking to act upon their climate emergency declarations and provide examples of good practice for dissemination.

Local Authorities have a key role to play in addressing the climate challenge, and numerous councils across the country have declared Climate Change emergencies, pledging to become carbon neutral by 2030-2050.

Local planning authorities are also increasingly being held to account, with climate performance likely to be of growing importance in assessing the soundness of Local Plans.

To speak to one of our team about this research, contact Sarah Young.