I will continue to drive progress towards renewables, net zero and promoting our natural resources. I will champion local renewables and innovation that creates new jobs and opportunities in our area.
Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our generation, it is vital we tackle it head on. Although we have made significant progress and the UK is the first of the G20 to halve its CO2 emissions, we have a lot more to do.
However, we need to balance progress with affordability and the impact in our community. My priorities will be to ensure new measures are affordable, provide new jobs and lower energy prices for local people.
My Record:
- I secured £5m of UK Government funding for an internationally-leading plastic recycling facility in P&K
- Voted into law UK net zero targets
- Champion for geothermal energy to our area
- Supported off-shore wind and tidal projects
My Plan:
- Secure further funding from UK Government for renewable projects and national grid improvements
- Improve recycling facilities in Perth & Kinross-shire
- Support local businesses and people with decarbonisation and ensure projects are affordable
- Work to lower energy prices and promote new technologies including fusion and geothermal
- Protect our areas of natural beauty from over development
If you have any questions or ideas please contact me on luke@lukegraham.uk