Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: May 8, 2025

Purpose: For Cabinet to take note of the Cotswold Renewable Energy Study

Content: The purpose of the report was to present the Cotswold District Renewable Energy Study and to provide evidence-based advice to inform decisions on renewable energy deployment and achieving net zero, while also supporting the Local Plan Update.  Cabinet endorsement was sought to use the study as an evidence base for Council policies going forward.   The report was introduced by the Principal Planning Policy Officer in the absence of Councillor Mike McKeown, Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Sustainability.   The recommendations were proposed by Councillor Joe Harris and seconded by Councillor Tristan Wilkinson   Cabinet RESOLVED to endorse the Renewable Energy Study for use as: part of the evidence base for the review of the Local Plan; part of the evidence base for future Council policies and procedures in regard to responding to the Climate and Ecological Emergencies.   Voting record: 6 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstain.