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Many thanks to the 25 authorities that participated in the review: @bathnes, @BristolCouncil, @BCPCouncil, @CheltenhamBC,@CotswoldDC, @CornwallCouncil, @DevonCC, @DorsetCouncilUK, @ExeterCouncil, @FoDDC, @GlosCC, @MendipCouncil, @MidDevonDC, @ndevoncouncil, @NorthSomersetC ...

In addition, the report found that addressing the #ClimateCrisis has surfaced as a far higher priority for #authorities than noted in previous waste efficiency reports. View the report here: https://t.co/EgRNEg82p8

This figure includes charging for non-statutory services such as green collection. The report found securing savings remains a driver for local authorities to achieve efficiencies whilst maintaining high-quality public services, and performance enhancement wherever possible.

The 9th regional review for #waste management #efficiencies in the #SouthWest has is now published "Delivering Waste efficiencies in the South West" found innovation in the South West delivered savings & generated income in excess of £22 million p/a. 👇 https://t.co/NzqNoVbRKM

Investment for renewable energy projects is becoming increasingly popular to meet climate targets & generate income to support service provision. #WEBINAR "Generating success: #LocalGov with renewable ambition" will take place on 5 June More information: https://t.co/IwZOuQYumg

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We will be hosting a masterclass webinar in June, in partnership with @AuroraER_Oxford, to help #localgov explore the important issues when considering a strategy for investment in renewable energy. Contact Millie.Amas@local.gov.uk for more info #RenewableEnergy #Investment

Our final article in @themjcouk focuses on #forecasting #RenewableEnergy prices: "To be confident in investments, local authorities need data and insight to allow better investment, strategic, and operational decisions for projects" Read below or here: https://t.co/CrgmjI7jNw https://t.co/0kHxPp4Cya

Together with colleagues at @LGAcomms we have published new guidance that sets out how to approach contract management when a contractor has applied for supplier relief. #READ: Managing your contracts during COVID-19 👇 https://t.co/ygsA5Mmjyb

#READ: How to lead #partnerships to transform #place Simon Bandy has penned the recent blog ahead of today's Innovation Exchange, in partnership with the New Local Government Network. @NLGNthinktank https://t.co/BLFct1WcG5

#READ: Local Partnerships has produced a briefing note to provide further guidance for #waste authorities experiencing difficulties in balancing waste services resources as a consequence of contracting arrangements under stress because of #COVID19. https://t.co/vZsUNfDTMG

About a month ago

RT @HuwRussell At @LP_localgov we’re coming up with ways to raise funds for the #Coronavirus @UNICEF_uk appeal - I’ve committed to donate 25p for every km I run in 2020. @Strava tells me that I’m up to 101km so far! 🏃🏼‍♂️

RT @themjcouk A Re:fit Energy Performance Contract provides the opportunity for local and combined authorities to kick off their pathway to net-zero by implementing and accelerating energy efficiency measures, says @LP_localgov director Rachel Toresen-Owuor. https://t.co/gxjRpKh3gt

RT @LP_Emmabull Thanks for an excellent quiz last night @LP_localgov Great to see colleagues faces! 😃 https://t.co/7UKB4Y3oTK

Our #CSR team hosted our first #VirtualPubQuiz last night to raise money for @UNICEF and help children affected by #Coronavirus. We had a whopping 20 family teams on board - sadly they couldn't fit on the screen! #Fundraising #StayHomeSaveLives

Read more about how we might be able to help 👇 https://t.co/uTmQ2CnCuf

We are already providing advice and support to councils especially where public service provision is outsourced. We are also supporting a significant number of infrastructure-related projects that are delivered through the #PrivateFinanceInitiative.

We are doing everything we can to provide support to hard-working colleagues in the #publicsector. We have received a number of enquiries in relation to the complex contracting landscape that has been affected by the #COVID19 outbreak.

RT @themjcouk Rachel Toresen-Owuor @LP_localgov says that when developing climate response action plans, a programme of works delivered through a Re:fit Energy Performance Contract offers a tangible first step with rapid impacts. https://t.co/NzphF43A00 #localgov

"Achieving net-zero emissions is the only way to limit devastating changes that will otherwise be wrought by the climate crisis." #READ: The new Re:fit 4 Framework: Getting the Public Sector to Net-Zero in the latest @EMA_org. Read here: https://t.co/9inZWK3mgs

We've launched our #ClimateResponse page on our website. 🌍🌎🌏 We help councils deliver: ✔ Carbon reduction ✔ Adaptation ✔ Resilience ✔ Climate leadership Visit for helpful links, initiatives & to see our key areas of support. #ClimateCrisis 👇 https://t.co/SdmvuD72xP

RT @LGA_Independent In non-coronavirus news for a moment, this is an interesting piece on carbon off-setting and sequestration. If you’re not aware of @LP_localgov work to help councils respond to the climate emergency, it’s definitely worth taking a look https://t.co/iAMa0aiLkU

RT @EMEXLONDON We are delighted to welcome back @LP_localgov to #emexlondon 2020 #energyservices #energyefficiency #energymanagement #energyprojects #ReFit #carbonreduction #carbonemissions #energyreduction

"It is likely carbon off-setting will have to form part of the net-zero problem; but it should be considered as a last resort" Our latest @themjcouk article penned by Jo Wall, Strategic Director Climate Response, focuses on the troubled world of off-setting and sequestration 👇 https://t.co/1VwtsaKZwJ

We're missing Westminster but, thankfully, tea tastes just as good at home. We're still here to help with any assistance you might need at this time. Stay safe & should you experience any problems with contractors - #Covid19 or otherwise - contact us. - Local Partnerships Team

We offer commercial & legal expertise to support #localgov. We're open as normal & our staff are working remotely. We are aware of some contracts that are under strain and in some cases, suppliers are invoking force majeure clauses.

#READ: “Climate emergency: he troubled world of off-setting and sequestration” Our seventh @themjcouk article in our series is available - local authority change to achieve net-zero emissions and renewable energy https://t.co/a6PxQXXAaJ #ClimateCrisis #LocalGov

RT @themjcouk Hello #localgov We know you are doing an amazing job in difficult circumstances. We want to support you - so we are putting The MJ out as an ebook, each week throughout the crisis - access anywhere, completely free, on our website each thursday https://t.co/P4Rc8jf5nT

RT @NickGolding I am acutely aware that tonight would have been the #LGCAwards. Indeed almost exactly right now our judges would have been deciding the Council of the Year. Instead #localgov talent is being demonstrated in different ways today. We'll celebrate your immense efforts eventually.

RT @LGAcomms THANK YOU to the thousands of #LocalGov colleagues who are working flat out in response to #COVID19 – identifying & supporting vulnerable residents & working with @NHSuk to free up beds by getting people out of hospital and cared for at home or in the community 💪 #CouncilsCan!