Energy and Climate. Equity Analysis and Support
Energy and Climate. To preserve a liveable planet for ourselves and our children, and to enable a life of freedom and self- determination, we want to take responsibility for limiting global warming. We will steadfastly continue on the path towards climate neutrality, actively pursuing the goal of a carbon neutral community to reduce energy dependency, minimise CO2 emissions and combat climate change. Therefore, we will • Fully utilise the potential of our community (buildings) to generate and store renewable energy. • Plan for new large-scale photovoltaic installations on public buildings where feasible and appropriate, as well as carports with PV on new and existing car parks. • Analyse the district heating potential of our community. • Involve the community in the energy transition and promote energy co-operatives. • Develop a prioritised plan for the phased energy refurbishment and decarbonisation of the heat supply to all municipal buildings, ensuring that new municipal buildings do not use fossil fuel based heating and cooling systems. • Ensure that the municipality leads by example in energy conservation and implements all potential savings in municipal buildings and infrastructure. • Provide financial support to citizens to switch to renewable energy sources, to retrofit their own homes for energy efficiency, and to install rainwater harvesting systems and cisterns. • Implement comprehensive flood and heavy rain protection measures, as well as general greening initiatives, to minimise the urban heat island effect and adapt to future climates. • Prioritise the implementation of the restoration of the Alzette River. • Minimise light pollution in public spaces, taking into account safety aspects, and continue the gradual switch to LED lighting. This includes the introduction of municipal regulations on illuminated advertising. • Promote the use of local, vegetarian, seasonal, organic and fair-trade products. Minimum criteria will be set in specifications for events organised by the council. • Continue efforts to reduce food waste in canteens. • Continue to support Climate Alliance and North/South projects.
