Foreword Now, more than ever before, we understand the devastating consequences of climate change and the urgent need to take action to prevent them. As a city firmly on the world stage, I believe we have a moral duty to help tackle this global challenge and to safeguard everything that is unique about our vibrant and iconic city from the immediate threats that climate change poses. I don’t underestimate the scale of this challenge; government figures show that Westminster generated over 2.2 million tonnes of greenhouse gases in 2017, the highest of any local authority area in London. In response, we have set an emissions target for the city to become net zero by 2040 and engaged our city partners, communities, and residents to better understand the changes required to meet it. In presenting this Climate Emergency Action Plan, I hope we can establish a framework for collective action on climate change across Westminster that is inclusive, innovative, and reflects the scale and urgency with which we must all act. We have developed a comprehensive set of actions, designed to drive forward carbon reduction activity across the city working in partnership. It will be essential that we refine the approach together, as we learn about what works best through ongoing and meaningful engagement. We are fully committed to working with you all to achieve this and to playing our part by becoming a net zero council by 2030. Cllr Rachael Robathan Leader – Westminster City Council challenges and opportunities challenges and opportunities Contents Contents Foreword and introduction Foreword and introduction 3 | Zero Carbon City 2040 Westminster Climate Emergency Action Plan commitment and Collaboration commitment and Collaboration Glossary Glossary accelerating Delivery accelerating Delivery