Climate Action Plan
Councils are progressing climate action plans, with Islington developing a new strategy, Croydon integrating climate risks, and Lewisham considering emergency responses.
Lewisham Council's Sustainable Development Select Committee discussed its Climate Emergency Response in September 2026, making recommendations to the Mayor and Cabinet. Islington Council is developing a new Climate Action Plan, informed by its broader strategy to deliver energy infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions, as discussed in July 2026. Residents raised concerns in December 2025 about the sustainability of Islington's EV charging partnership and ensuring equitable benefits from climate initiatives.
Croydon Council's Climate Action Plan includes a commitment to conduct a borough-wide climate risk assessment and update policies to reflect climate adaptation and emissions mitigation, as confirmed in July 2025. Islington's new plan is also informed by its expansion of the Bunhill Heat Network, which will connect 1,000 homes, as reviewed in September 2025. Lewisham Council's Mayor and Cabinet are scheduled to meet in October 2026, where they are expected to consider the recommendations regarding the Climate Emergency Response.
Key facts
- Islington Council's broader strategy to deliver energy infrastructure will inform the development of its new Climate Action Plan. Source 1 Source 2
- Islington Council is developing a new Climate Action Plan. Source 1 Source 2
- A resident challenged Islington's EV charging partnership with TotalEnergies in December 2025. Source
- Islington Council's Bunhill Heat Network expansion will add 1,000 homes. Source
- Croydon Council's Climate Action Plan includes a commitment to conduct a borough-wide climate risk assessment. Source
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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.