Enabling the attainment of carbon neutral targets in Nottingham’s built environment

About Us
The recently created Nottingham Climate Emergency Design Initiative (CEDI) are a network of built environment professionals working together to help Nottingham on its path for a zero-carbon future.
The voluntary group, made up of academics, developers, engineers, architects, planners, sustainability professionals and others, was initiated by the University of Nottingham prompted by Nottingham City Council’s Planning & Regeneration Department and the Carbon Reduction, Energy and Sustainability Division, and supported by the Nottingham Growth Board.
Our purpose is to provide evidence-based technical advice and support to enable the delivery of buildings and developments aligned with the City’s carbon neutrality targets.
Project Aims
Project Aim 1
Grow the CEDI network and establish its presence online
Project Aim 2
Develop visual guidance and standards within Nottingham City Council's Design Quality Framework for the design and delivery of zero carbon buildings and developments, aligned with the Carbon Neutral Nottingham 2020-2028 Action Plan
Project Aim 3
Support the development and implementation of Supplementary Planning Policy Documents focused on carbon neutrality
Project Aim 4
Offer critical review capabilities and expertise for design panels and other relevant committees overseeing major developments within the City