Including the closely related terms ecological, and local biodiversity.
…’ infrastructure can help increase climate change resilience, as well as helping to improve local biodiversity. Action to reduce air pollution and improve the quality of air we breathe is vital for tackling health issues that impact directly on our communities particularly those with underlying health conditions. The way in which we use and dispose of resources has a significant impact…
… project won the Trees for Nature and Climate Award at the London Tree and Woodland Awards 2023. On Thornville Road, a new rain garden developed in partnership with the local community and funded through Thames Water’s Surface Water Management Programme was installed on the highway in November 23. Supporting biodiversity: The Lewisham Biodiversity Partnership ran 750 events in 2022/23…
… a walking and cycling borough ● Provide the infrastructure to electrify transport ● Drive investment in better public transport and transport infrastructure Greener, adaptive Lewisham ● Improve local air quality ● Reduce waste ● Enhance local biodiversity ● Reduce flood risk to homes and businesses Inspiring, learning and lobbying ● Play a central role in creating a movement…
… emissions over a five-year period. Climate Emergency Action Plan 2024 29 A School Street in place outside John Ball Primary School ➤ Greener, adaptive Lewisham: reducing our environmental impact and improving climate resilience The climate crisis is part of a wider ecological crisis, with biodiversity and habitats under huge pressure. Investing in and improving local ‘green’ and ‘blue…
… Deliver the agreed Pension Fund Climate Transition and Net Zero Policy increasing allocation to net zero investments and to investment that has a positive impact in relation to biodiversity, climate adaptation and other environmental and social benefits. ✖ ✖ ✖ 1 2 3 1.7 1.1.6 Measure the carbon footprint of the Council's supply chain and engage with suppliers to reduce the Council's Scope…