RECOMMENDATIONS to combat climate change have been put forward by a council after a nine-month investigation.
Kent County Council (KCC)'s select committee put forward 12 recommendations including an assessment of climate change impacts on its services.
Flood risk will be taken into account, as will water resources, emergency planning, using alternative fuels in KCC buildings and vehicles, renewable energy and sustainable construction.
The 160-page report went before cabinet on October 16.
KCC cabinet member for environment, highways and waste, Councillor Keith Ferrin, said: "This is a vital issue for our time. What we do today affects Kent's environment tomorrow and will leave a lasting legacy for our children."
KCC's full council will consider the recommendations on December 14.
See the select committee report online click here
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