How a proactive approach and municipal ownership can combine to deliver attractive public transport alternatives to the car, cleaner air and lower carbon emissions.
Stroud District Council has designed, installed and commissioned water source heat pumps at two Grade II* listed sites, former woollen mills in Stroud, to reduce direct carbon emissions, remove heating-related fossil fuel reliance, and sustain the economic life of the historic buildings.
South Somerset District Council has established several mechanisms to engage with local communities on climate change actions, including a Parish Environment Champions Network.