The East Riding of Yorkshire Council is aiming to meet its climate change commitments, with a particular focus on improving energy efficiency and promoting sustainable development.
The council's Climate Change Action Plan, approved in November 2022, outlines a range of projects and initiatives designed to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Two notable initiatives discussed during a cabinet meeting, the Live Labs 2 project and the Local Area Energy Plan, demonstrate the council's efforts to use street lighting and energy planning as key levers in its climate action strategy.
Helen Jenkins-Knight is the authority's Climate Change Manager:
Complementing the Live Labs project, the council is embarking on a Local Area Energy Plan. This plan takes a holistic approach to understanding energy use and grid capacity across the East Riding. By identifying areas with grid connection challenges, the council can proactively address potential obstacles to development and economic growth. The insights gained from this plan will enable the council to make informed decisions about future projects, ensuring that new developments align with the region's energy infrastructure. This approach reflects the council's commitment to balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability.
Helen added:
The Live Labs 2 project and the Local Area Energy Plan represent a two-pronged approach to addressing energy consumption and carbon emissions. The Live Labs project focuses on technological innovation to improve the efficiency of a significant energy consumer—street lighting. In contrast, the Local Area Energy Plan emphasises strategic planning to ensure that future development considers energy use and grid capacity from the outset. By integrating these approaches, the council aims to create a more sustainable and resilient energy system for the East Riding.
The council plans to monitor the progress of its climate action initiatives through its annual Environmental Statement. This statement will include both quantitative data on performance indicators and qualitative assessments of key actions. The council also plans to engage with stakeholders, including the Environment and Regeneration Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee, to ensure transparency and accountability. Public consultation was a key element in developing the Climate Change Action Plan, with over 20 engagement sessions held across the East Riding to gather input from residents, businesses, and other stakeholders.
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