Council changes to ‘greener’ hand tools

The Council’s StreetScene team are now using battery operated hand tools to undertake nearly all their work including strimming, grass and hedge maintenance. By March 2021 all their hand tools will be battery powered.

The battery-operated hand tools have replaced the old petrol driven ones and are much better for residents and nature as they reduce noise and local pollution. They are also much better for the operatives as they reduce hand/arm vibration when they are being used over long periods.

Cabinet Lead for Environment, Cllr Rupert Kyrle, said: “This is a fantastic initiative and the 100% renewable electricity powered tools are another great example of the Council responding to the climate and environmental emergency. Moving all our hand tools from fossil fueled to battery-operated will save thousands of pounds a year and is better for the environment, our operatives and residents. I fully encourage residents and businesses in the Borough to consider taking similar steps.”