People living in Lichfield and Burntwood are being asked for their views on plans to cut the area’s carbon emissions.
Lichfield District Council has developed a two-year draft plan, which sets out how the authority aims to cut emissions and reliance on fossil fuels.
The plans can be discussed via an online survey at www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/voiceit.
Councillor Louise Flowith, cabinet member for operational services, said: “For the local economy to grow, we will undoubtedly need more energy for manufacturing, to heat and light our workplaces and homes, and for travel.
“However, we need to find ways to reduce the district’s reliance on fossil fuels and move to a lower carbon lifestyle, which is kinder to the environment and makes us more self-sufficient.
“The main reason for our Carbon Reduction Plan is not necessarily about saving the planet, but is more about saving valuable resources and ultimately, money. Energy costs are on the rise, and this is an issue for everyone. Anything we can do to reduce our bills is good news.
“Our draft Carbon Reduction Plan sets out how we will work towards achieving a lower carbon Lichfield District, and we now need your views to make sure we’ve got it right.”
To read the draft plan and to give your views visit www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/voiceit by December 31. A final document will be published in 2012.
