Renewable Energy
Councils are currently assessing progress towards net zero targets and funding community projects to reduce carbon emissions through renewable energy.
Islington Council's Community Energy Fund concluded its final round in March 2026, supporting six new projects, including four solar photovoltaic installations, to reduce carbon emissions across the borough. These initiatives are expected to save nearly 34 tonnes of carbon annually, building on over £760,000 in grants provided by the fund since 2017.
Haringey Council reported in March 2026 a 26% reduction in borough-wide carbon emissions since 2015, with a 6% decrease in the last year, supported by electricity decarbonisation. However, a report to the Full Council noted this progress falls short of the 51% reduction required by 2023 to meet the 2041 Net Zero Carbon Borough target.
Key facts
- Islington Council's Community Energy Fund concluded its final round of applications in March 2026. Source
- The fund supported six new projects, including four solar photovoltaic installations. Source
- Haringey Council reported a 26% reduction in borough-wide carbon emissions since 2015. Source
- This falls short of the 51% reduction needed by 2023 for Haringey's 2041 Net Zero Carbon Borough target. Source
- Haringey's findings were detailed in the Fifteenth Annual Carbon Report presented on March 16, 2026. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.