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Mansfield District Council

… and reduction Planning – new developments Behaviour change Biodiversity and green infrastructure Fuel switching Resilience to weather – flooding New technology Preservation of historic buildings Utilities - energy reduction and decarbonisation Supporting Policies / Strategies: Adopted Local Plan 2013-2033 Strategic Flood Risk Assessment Central Area Flood Risk Review Green Infrastructure Study…

…. Figure 3: Benefits of actions taken to tackle climate change Environmental: Reduced flood risk (coastal, pluvial and fluvial) Improved access to greenspace and nature Improved and enhanced biodiversity and habitats Improved land management Cleaner air Cleaner water Greater water security Carbon sequestration in all habitats Less waste/less resource use Reduced/reverse species…

… and future planning applications. Adopted an Open Space Assessment. Publication of Mansfield Green Space Standard. Adopted Green Infrastructure Study . Publication of Central Area Flood Risk Review. Air Quality Plan. Sustainability Officer Post created to lead on the climate change emergency and low carbon activities. Urban Greening Project: £1million awarded to provide green space, pocket…

… of the natural environment, helping to reduce the district’s emissions. There is also the added benefit of directly and positively impacting both mental and physical health through providing access to recreation and relaxation opportunities. Emissions focus: Adaptation focus: Carbon sequestration Flood management Landscaping/ habitat creation Biodiversity Tree planting Habitat preservation…

… for communities and places that ultimately reduces the need to travel, increases the uptake of walking, cycling and public transport, alongside supporting and promoting the electrification agenda. Emissions focus: Adaptation focus: Active travel Network / infrastructure resilience - flooding Travel planning Electrification Supporting Policies / Strategies: Vehicle Replacement Programme / Greening…