Energy
Sustainable energy planning and management reduces our energy consumption and increases our use of renewable energy.
Over half of the energy consumed in the UK is a result of the construction and operation of buildings, so design has a direct impact on the amount of energy used.
The benefits of sustainable energy planning and management include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, creating and future proofing (in an economic, social, and environmental sense) comfortable, healthy environments and reducing energy bills, leading to enhanced social equity.
Local authorities can support better energy planning and management by valuing reduced energy demand, sustainably retrofitting existing buildings and using low carbon and decentralised energy systems.
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Energy advice
Browse our advice about sustainable energy planning.
Energy examples
Examples of good practice in energy planning and management exist in the UK and around the world.
Energy leadership
Local authorities have a crucial role in improving sustainable energy planning and management.
Energy policy
The need for more carbon-efficient communities and national energy security has led to legislation requiring auditable energy outcomes.
Energy benefits
Reducing the energy consumed in urban environments and buildings and establishing a less carbon intensive energy supply are now central responsibilities for local authorities.
CABE and Urban Practitioners
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