Decision Maker: Environment and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee, Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: July 16, 2025

Purpose: To present the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Local Area Energy Plan for approval by Cabinet

Content: RESOLVED that: - Cabinet accepts the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Local Area Energy Plan and agrees to explore the action plan of 15 priority actions to be taken forward to achieve area-wide carbon neutrality by 2045. Voting: Unanimous Portfolio Holder: Climate Response, Environment and Energy Reason The Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Local Area Energy Plan is an evidence-based document that provides a roadmap to achieving the Council commitment of working towards a carbon neutral area by 2045. Endorsement will support the Council’s Corporate Plan objectives and Climate and Ecological Emergency commitments.