Climate change

Our world is warming. The world must make deep cuts in carbon emissions this decade to limit global warming to 1.5C and reach Net Zero emissions in time. That means corporations, public bodies and institutions must develop and implement comprehensive strategies to decarbonise emissions.

Our response

The council declared a climate emergency in 2021 and adopted a set of recommendations to:

  • reduce emissions to lessen the causes of climate change
  • adapt to the current and future impacts of climate change
  • raise awareness in communities to the causes and impacts of climate change

alongside our corporate plan, our strategy and our climate change route map:

The goal for North Northamptonshire follows the national legal requirement of Net Zero emissions by 2050, or sooner. 

We have committed to becoming a carbon-neutral council by 2030 as outlined in our Carbon Management Plan.

Sustainable Communities Executive Advisory Panel

The Sustainable Communities Executive Advisory Panel was established to support the creation of climate change policies.

View the previous panels:

Climate conference

In November 2024, we held our fourth climate change conference. Three sessions took place virtually:

  • Health Effects of Climate Change - Adopting a Public Health Approach to Climate Change 
  • Sustainable Living - The Power of the Circular Economy and Sustainable Waste Management
  • Engaging Communities for Climate Action - From Grassroots to Local Impact 

Guidance

Carbon footprint calculators

Tips to reduce climate change  

Last updated 21 February 2025