Decision details

To note the impact the Carbon reduction Commitment will have on the council’s finances, reputation and staff resources.

1.      The financial, reputational and resource implications for the Council of the new CRC scheme have been noted and considered.

2.      Agreement is given to participate in Carbon Trading Public Sector 2009/10, which is a ‘dry run’ of the CRC scheme.

3.      The need has been agreed for the skills, tasks and roles outlined in 4.2.4. of the Cabinet report to be implemented to undertake the CRC.

4.      A carbon financial trading strategy will be prepared.

5.      It is noted that TEAM (Energy Auditing Agency) Ltd will provide services to the carbon reduction work of the council.