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  • Executive summary
  • Introduction
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  • The current position
  • A requirement for carbon offsetting
  • Additional interventions
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Glasgow Green: The University of Glasgow's response to the climate emergency

  • Glasgow Green: The University of Glasgow's response to the climate emergency
  • Executive summary
  • Introduction
  • In context
  • Declaration of climate emergency
  • The current position
  • A requirement for carbon offsetting
  • Additional interventions
  • Action on climate change: key strands
  • Conclusion
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Executive summary

The University recognises that the world is facing a climate emergency; urgent action is needed.

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Introduction

A proposed climate change strategy and action plan for the University of Glasgow.

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In context

The global context. The legislative context. The reputational context.

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Declaration of climate emergency

 In May 2019, the University made a formal declaration of climate emergency.

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The current position

What progress have we made to reduce our carbon footprint?

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A requirement for carbon offsetting

What we're focusing on to reduce our carbon footprint.

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Additional interventions to consider

We can do more to achieve net zero carbon neutrality.

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Action on climate change: key strands

What are the specific steps we need to take?

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Conclusion

By setting out a clear strategy, we can make our community stronger.

Glasgow Green: The University of Glasgow's response to the climate emergency

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