… for emissions. Carbon sink: Anything natural that absorbs and stores carbon from the atmosphere for long periods of time – for example, forests, grasslands, soil and the ocean. A biological or ‘indirect’ form of sequestration. Circular economy: An alternative to our current ‘linear’ materials and waste system (take-waste-dispose). In a circular economy waste is substantially reduced…
… carbon policies, plans and strategies that create communal visions, inform decision-making processes and guide investment priorities. New financial mechanisms can facilitate the delivery of sustainable, low carbon and climate resilient projects. This also includes new business models and encouraging businesses to transition to a green and circular economy, in which waste is substantially…
… for the Horsham District high streets. Work with existing community groups to promote a circular economy and increase recycling rates. Launch a comprehensive behaviour change campaign in partnership working with existing community groups. Develop an Energy Resilience Strategy. Implement a shadow carbon price. Create a Green Business Investment Zone. Organise a Green Skills and Green Jobs…
… District is already contributing to progress in this space, which should continue to be built upon in future projects. Moving forwards, solid-waste disposal should be the focus of reduction efforts as it is the source of the majority of the District’s waste related emissions. Overarching Goals: • Circular Economy: To transition to a circular economy where waste generation is minimised and re…
… pedestrian zones and/or Low Traffic Neighbourhoods. Investigate the potential of a distribution centre in Horsham Town Centre. Investigate the potential of a Mobility Hub in Horsham Town Centre. Explore opportunity for a hydrogen refuel station in the Horsham District. Implement projects that support the creation of a Circular Economy in Horsham District. Long TermMedium TermShort…