Purpose

Report detailing a way forward for coordinating and facilitating city wide net zero for Exeter, utilising an existing temporary budget, staffing resources and internal and external structures.

Decision

Agreed:

RECOMMENDED that Council approve:-

(1) that Exeter City Council take a leading role in coordinating and facilitating City Wide Net Zero for two years (2024/25 and 2025/26); and

(2) that a temporary two year post of Grade M (indicative) be established to coordinate and facilitate City Wide Net Zero, sitting within the Net Zero team and be paid from the one-off net zero earmarked reserve.

Reason for Decision: As set out in the report.