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Covid-19 and the lockdown has sent the UK economy into a nosedive, laying bare economic fragility and deep-seated inequalities. But the pandemic has also given us an opportunity to imagine a different world that’s more resilient to future shocks. While it’s still unclear what shape London’s recovery will take, there’s … Read more
FoL’s Knowledge & Events Intern Kana Nomoto explains how carbon calculation tool SCATTER is helping cities assess, report and reduce their carbon emissions.
On 8 September Future of London ran its second Video Visit + Discussion on the theme of decarbonising energy. Via video, we ‘visited’ Bunhill 2 Energy Centre in LB Islington. We then discussed the project, and how the borough’s energy strategy is evolving.
LB Waltham Forest’s Zero Emissions Delivery (ZED) scheme not only makes local deliveries more efficient but also keeps the streets healthy. Kana Nomoto explains why ZED is a perfect example of how to implement net-zero initiatives at a local scale for long-term change.
On 14 July Future of London ran its first Video visit + discussion on the theme of Net Zero Housing. We ‘visited’ (via video) New Garden Quarter in LB Newham and discussed the scheme, and the wider issue of building zero carbon homes.
Future London Leaders 24 wrapped up in mid-June with candidates presenting their Proposals for London in interactive webinar format. A virtual audience of colleagues, mentors, sponsors, alumni and course contributors tuned in to cast their votes from home.
More than 200 attendees joined FoL for the launch of its Achieving Net Zero programme to explore what the climate emergency means for local authorities and housing associations, and what the wider sector can do to support them.
On 29 January, City Makers’ Forum brought together a diverse, cross-sector network of next-wave leaders to explore strategic approaches to the climate emergency and present their own perspectives on the challenges facing London.