June 2009; Economic Development and Climate Change

Bringing these agendas together to stimulate a ‘green new deal’?

This fourth Great Brief focuses on the apparent contradiction between economic development and the growing issue of climate change and explores how these two policy agendas can be progressed together, rather than in parallel. In particular, it details an overview of the challenge of climate change; debates surrounding the relationship between economic development and the climate change agenda; and finally, will outline what local authorities can do to respond to this agenda. Suggestions made in this section include:

• Recognising the link between economic growth and climate change;
• Committing to tackling climate change;
• Leading the way in terms of reducing emissions;
• Realise the potential of procurement; and
• Work with partners to explore project options.

Download the Great Brief document here.

Click here to find out more about the debate and discussion event taking place on 8 July.