The launch of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Climate Commission’s interim report on Monday 15 January was nothing if not thought-provoking.

Most of our high levels of carbon emissions are transport-related, we were told, making it all the more important to get a collective grip of the transport agenda.

Because the stakes are high.

We have just six years left to take some serious remedial action, warns the Commission.

There are multiple benefits to tackling climate change: from cleaner air to healthier homes, and better public transport to good jobs in the growing green economy. But it’s a huge task, with significant investment needed. And behaviour change will be needed for around 60 per cent of the required reduction in carbon emissions.

The Commission’s first full report will be published in September, including

• The role of nature
• Adaptation
• Water
• Waste
• Business and industry
• Innovation
• Ensuring a just transition

The initial report can be found at https://cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca-gov-uk-6985942.hs-sites.com/cpicc-initial-report