Including the closely related term land use.
…. 3y Target exemplary levels of recycling of waste materials from council construction projects A minimum target of 95% should be set and the proportion of energy recovery should be minimized over time. Grow waste and circular economy awareness Take responsibility for knowing where the waste from the district is going, and what happens to it. Forestry, land use and agriculture 3y Tree…
… a food waste collection scheme for businesses A food waste collection scheme from all businesses in the district (not only catering and retail, but anywhere food waste may be disposed of) should be implemented by 2023. To achieve the target of zero organic waste to landfill by 2025, all sources of biodegradable waste need to be addressed. Forestry, land use and agriculture 3y Increase…
… their waste The 70% recycling rate across the district will rely on high levels of recycling by businesses. Hold Severn Trent Water to account for their performance relative to their own targets and national standards Forestry, land use and agriculture 3y Change diets Work with LCC and the local NHS to reduce the meat content and increase vegetarian choices of food served in schools…
… with increasingly bold targets. Forestry, land use and agriculture 3y Promote more environmentally friendly diets Organise a local food fair event to promote local food producers with an emphasis on vegetarian foods. Provide public information and support for farmers’ markets to reduce the meat content of food consumed by residents and workers in the district. NWLDC Zero Carbon Roadmap…