Monmouthshire County Council Achieves Top Score for Waste Reduction and Food in UK Climate Action Scorecards

Monmouthshire County Council has made a significant stride in its climate action efforts, securing the highest score in the UK for its work on waste reduction and food in the recently published Council Climate Action Scorecards. This achievement reflects the council's commitment to reducing waste through reuse, repair, and recycling, as well as its efforts in promoting sustainable food practices. The Climate Action Scorecards assess the performance of local authorities in various themes, including governance, finance, and collaboration, with the aim of supporting councils in achieving Net Zero targets.

Key Takeaways:

• Monmouthshire County Council has achieved the highest score in the UK for its work on waste reduction and food, scoring 93% in the Climate Action Scorecards.
• The council has been recognized for its efforts in reducing waste through reuse, repair, and recycling, as well as its support for circular economy projects such as community fridges and Benthyg.
• Monmouthshire County Council has also been recognized for its Sustainable Food Strategy and Food Partnership work, which involves collaboration with food producers, farmers, community growing projects, schools, and young people.
• The council has achieved the second-highest overall score in Wales for the seven themes assessed in the Climate Action Scorecards.
• Catrin Maby, Monmouthshire County Council Cabinet Member for Climate Change and the Environment, attributes the achievement to the work of the council and the Monmouthshire communities.
• The council has committed to continuing its efforts in all areas, prioritizing the well-being of its residents and future generations.

Statistics:

• 93%: Monmouthshire County Council's score for its work on waste reduction and food in the Climate Action Scorecards.
• 2nd highest overall score in Wales: Monmouthshire County Council's ranking across the seven themes assessed in the Climate Action Scorecards

Sources:

• "Monmouthshire County Council opens Wales's first net-zero school in Abergavenny" - Monmouthshire Beacon
• "Monmouthshire County Council overspent its budget for housing support payments by tens of thousands of pounds" - Monmouthshire Beacon
• "Monmouthshire shone in UK climate scorecard with top waste reduction score" - Monmouthshire Beacon
• "Council secures £100k for Linda Vista gardens upgrades" - Monmouthshire Beacon