10. Land use change – afforestation
Land use change – afforestation accounted for 0% of our 2020/21 carbon footprint.
Planting broadleaf and conifers
Potential Measure: Planting broadleaf and conifers evenly throughout the Valley Parks and greenspace woodland (409ha) between 2022 - 2030 identifies potential to cover 25% of the area.
Identified GHG reduction (tCO2e): -829
Lead: SMB / Public & Green Spaces Lead
Resource required: Yes
Potential Measure: Explore options for offset funding and opportunities within Exeter, utilising Council owned assets.
Identified GHG reduction (tCO2e): tbc
Lead: Public & Green Spaces Lead / Net Zero Lead / SMB
Resource required: Yes