Our Climate Change Progress and Actions to Date

East Devon District Council is committed to addressing climate change and building a sustainable future for our community. We've taken significant steps to reduce our carbon footprint and protect the environment, particularly with our in-house emissions and environmental impacts.

Below are some key actions and progress we've made in our ongoing climate change efforts:

• 89 wildlife improvement sites are being actively managed to restore habitats and boost biodiversity across the district.
• Almost 50% of our Streetscene fleet now consists of electric vehicles (EVs), cutting emissions from our transport operations.
• Public EV chargers have been installed in 14 car parks, with another 14 planned by 2026.
• Energy-intensive security lights are being replaced with efficient LED lighting, expected to reduce running costs by 81%.
• In 2024, 2,500 trees were planted across East Devon to enhance green spaces and absorb carbon.
• Over 400 social housing properties have received energy efficiency upgrades, helping reduce household energy bills and carbon emissions.
• Seaton Wetlands welcomed over 112,000 visitors in 2024, a 12% increase from the previous year, helping connect more people with nature.
• The East Devon Carbon Action Programme has:
  • Provided one-to-one support to 18 businesses and community organisations
  • Delivered training to 72 individuals
  • Funded 50 in-depth Carbon Surveys and Carbon Reduction Plans, supporting 26 businesses and 24 community organisations