The decision:
That the Executive Member for Policy and Resources notes and approves:
a. Good progress on the Carbon Management Plan Phases 1/ 2 and the Energy Performance Programmes Phases 1-3 delivering estimated cost savings of £29.9m is noted.
b. That £2.80m of resources is committed from the Policy and Resources Energy Budget to deliver:
· A further major programme of LED replacement lighting in the corporate estate
· Installation of a network of Electrical Vehicle charging points
· Conversion of the small vehicle service fleet and staff pool cars from diesel to electric on a phased basis
· A programme of Local and Bulk Battery Storage subject to a positive business case and viable Return on Investment
The above is currently estimated to deliver an annual saving of at least £450,000 per year on a recurring basis.
c. Approval be given to the procurement and spend in relation to the Energy Programmes in this report
d. The Director of CCBS be given delegated authority to commit resources and let contracts for Phases 4 and 5 Energy Programmes in consultation with the Executive Member Economic Development
e. The economic, social and reputational benefits of continuing to take a lead in design and delivery of innovative energy programmes is noted