A COUNCIL has hailed its inaugural emission-reducing event a success.
Peacehaven held its first “zero carbon” day on Saturday, April 9, to inform residents and businesses how they can all contribute to the area’s emissions pledge.
It follows Peacehaven Town Council’s 2019 announcement that it aims to become a “carbon neutral” area by 2030.
The event at Community House, near the Meridian Centre in Peacehaven, featured electric vehicle demonstrations and examples of alternative energy sources, as well as a film of sustainable fashion by Peacehaven Community School.
Councillor Christine Brett, chairwoman of Lewes District Council, which was also involved in the event, said: “We will raise awareness of climate change and provide practical help to those who are keen to reduce their carbon footprint.
“You have the chance to think about your attitude to clothing and fashion, learn about the changes being made in our public spaces to return them to nature, and get involved in volunteering.”
Peacehaven Community School’s student president Thomas Hayden also gave a short speech to the crowd, which focused on car emissions.
“We now live in a world that every time you want to go out, the easiest and most obvious means of transportation is driving a car – which is killing the younger generation’s future,” he said.
“So please, when you buy your next car, make it electric, so you can save my generation's future.”
The day was sponsored by Rampion Offshore Wind, which operates the windfarm off the Brighton coast, and detailed how buying food from independent shops in your area can help reduce your carbon footprint.
The town’s pledge of a “net zero” future means that it intends to offset or eliminate an equivalent amount of carbon dioxide as it produces.
Net zero emissions is an ever-growing goal among many businesses and councils, as achieving a true zero carbon output is extremely difficult due to reliability on fossil fuels.
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