Using Data to Support the Decarbonization of the City of Birmingham, UK

Local governments have an important role to play when it comes to achieving the global climate target and combating the climate emergency. Cities like Birmingham are key players in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and can influence the development of policies and programs to strengthen climate action, in collaboration with local stakeholders. There is growing interest in the use of data to enhance climate action by supporting informed decision-making processes while designing policies, projects and strategies for GHG emissions reduction.