What is the environmental impact of our estates, what works in reducing their impact (when, where and why) and which adaptations are needed for our future climate?

Background

This theme reflects the importance of DfE's physical estates, not just to delivery of the Opportunity Mission but also in relation to health and the Clean Energy Mission.

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