The climate and nature emergency must be the highest priority for the Mayor and Strategic Authority
People and nature will not thrive unless the emergencies are addressed
Make sure every decision is good for the climate, nature and future generations
To get fast effective action, we call on the Mayor to demonstrate leadership
A lead on climate and nature
Make one person responsible for leading on climate and nature at the highest level – a Deputy Mayor, Commissioner or non-executive voting member of the Combined Strategic Authority
Relevant professional knowledge
Make sure someone with relevant professional knowledge has a seat round the table when the Mayor and combined authority take decisions that affect climate or nature. Consider the creation of a ‘Climate and Nature Commission’
Sussex strategies and action plans
Set strategies and action plans that are aligned to legally binding UK timetable and commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change; and reverse wildlife decline
Annual targets
Set annual targets for emissions reduction, for local renewable energy generation and for enhancement of biodiversity. Report progress towards these targets every six months
Bring people together
Bring organisations, business and residents together to take action on the climate and nature to achieve the targets. Strengthen engagement through forums, partnerships, citizens assemblies, etc.
Sussex Climate And Nature Network 