Climate Emergency UK names London as nation’s top region

London has been named the top region in Climate Emergency UK’s latest Scorecards, being given a score of 57%, more than anywhere else in the country. “Landmark” initiatives, including Warmer Homes London and the Green Growth Pipeline are driving £34 billion in green investment, and the capital leads the country in charging infrastructure for electric vehicles.

Despite economic challenges and competing priorities, local authorities in the capital are said to be delivering ambitious and practical climate solutions that support economic growth, attract investment, and help to build healthier, greener communities.

Boroughs provide energy advice to residents, rolling out solar panels on council buildings and delivering school streets, making the school run both healthier and safer.

At the regional level, the capital’s 32 boroughs collaborate through London Councils’ Climate Programme, a London-wide effort that enables joint projects and shared investment. Its initiatives include:

• Warmer Homes London – a central hub coordinating home upgrades to reduce energy bills and create healthier homes for residents, delivered in partnership with the Greater London Authority (GLA).
• The Green Growth Pipeline – showcasing £34 billion worth of investment opportunities across London’s low carbon economy, and the job opportunities that come with this.
• Strategic social housing upgrades – the capital secured England’s largest joint funding award of £78 million from the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund, plus £119 million in co-funding, to make homes warmer and healthier across London.
• Electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure – at 24,000 and growing, London now has more EV charging points than any other UK region, making greener and cheaper transport more accessible for Londoners.

“This recognition is a testament to the bold and tireless work of London’s boroughs in responding to the climate emergency,” Cllr Kieron Williams, London Councils Executive Member for Transport and Environment, said of Climate Emergency UK naming London as the top region. “Despite ongoing funding pressures boroughs are leading with practical, innovative action to positively impact residents’ lives — from expanding the number of electric vehicle charging points to make it easier for Londoners to charge their cars to planting more trees, creating cooler streets and greener neighbourhoods.

 “We’re also showing that collaboration makes all the difference. Across London, projects like the Climate Programme and Warmer Homes London are helping to bring in funding, make homes more energy efficient, reduce bills for Londoners, and prepare our communities for the future. There’s still more to do, but this progress proves that local action is key to building a greener, fairer city.”

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