Including the closely related term planting.
… with the Biodiversity 2020 strategy Clean Safe and Green DCL37 Develop a tree management document, to promote tree planting and the protection of the existing tree stock, through consultation with relevant service areas, which will address the reduction of air pollutants, reduction of rapid run off, the provision of urban cooling and carbon sequestration. Completion of a Tree management plan…
… and shrub species, sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS) - section 106 Fewer instances of flooding, improved air quality and improving the aesthetics of the area Business Development & Environmental Efficiency Team BCR27 Increase water retention and water conservation methods Assess tree and shrub planting schedules to lesson need for Reduce water consumption in parks…
… Identify any areas where water projects can be implemented Complete water audits in Council buildings implement any appropriate projects to reduce water consumption Business Development & Environmental Efficiency Team / Design Services DCL16 Encourage drought resistant planting to reduce the need for watering Review parks and open spaces procedures to ensure practices…
… and delivery of actions Increased tree protection under the strategy and to work towards the added benefits of reducing air pollutants, rapid run off, provision of urban cooling and carbon sequestration Clean Safe and Green 1.10 Encourage green practices and procurement within the Council Reference What we want to achieve How we will achieve it Outcomes Responsibility DCL38 Encourage…
… 2.5 Ensure open spaces including parks and recreation are resilient to predicted climate changes Reference What we want to achieve How we will achieve it Outcomes Responsibility BCR26 Ensure facilities from new developments are resilient to seasonal changes through appropriate design and implementation Work with developers and colleagues on open space provision, resilient tree…