In 2019 we declared a climate emergency and set out our vision to make the West Midlands net zero by 2041.
This is a hugely ambitious plan but is an essential investment in the region’s future.
Our five year plan explains how we can deliver a 33% reduction in carbon use across local transport, homes and businesses by 2026.
Our work also involves creating a more circular and resource efficient economy for the West Midlands, and working with partners to protect, restore and enhance our natural environment – creating greener places and cleaner air.
Find out more about the Environment and Energy Board that supports our work, and our various programmes.
To keep up to date with our work, subscribe to our Environment and Energy Insights bulletin.
WM2041: Our 5-year outlook to improve the West Midlands
The West Midlands Combined Authority is the first Combined Authority to achieve Silver Carbon Literate Organisation status.
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Portfolio Holder
Councillor John Cotton
Leader of Birmingham City Council
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Lead Officer
Ed Cox
Executive Director - Strategy, Economy and Net Zero
Environment & Energy programmes
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Environment
Find out more about the West Midland Combined Authority's environment projects.
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Energy Capital
Energy Capital is the regional energy partnership for the West Midlands that brings the public and private sectors together to deliver place-based energy solutions.
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Carbon Literacy Training
Take steps to tackle climate change
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Make a Net Zero Business Pledge
Show how your organisation is working towards net zero.
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West Midlands Greener Together
Citizen and businesses engagement with our environment and energy work.
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Transport
Discover how we are improving transport methods to be greener.
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New Homes
Ensuring buildings are environmentally friendly.
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Environment & Net Zero Dashboard
Find out about the latest environment and net zero data trends for the region.
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