Including 5 closely related terms such as transport plan, public transport, and transport.
… yet sit mainly outside of Local Authority control. As such, the further development of sustainable transport solutions will be key as we look to reduce the district’s carbon footprint and fulfil our ambitions to preserve and enhance our natural environment. Much of this work has started as part of our Local Transport Plan (LTP) to 2026. The Vision of this plan is: “To deliver…
… carbon emissions 22 STRATEGY 2020-30 and environmental harm whilst offering a greater number of transport options to our residents. These include: • Working with public transport operators to improve the use of public transport. • Establishing greater connections between sustainable travel options. • Encouraging more sustainable car travel options where use of public transport…
… alongside our Health and Wellbeing Board. As we have mentioned in other chapters, STRATEGY 2020-30 19 we have seen significant investment in infrastructure that enables residents to use more sustainable transport options. Integral to this is Cycle Route 422, which runs east to west through Berkshire, as well as our work to ensure that our footpaths are kept in good order. We have also…
… to the tax system to favour low and zero carbon solutions Sustainable Transport Reduced reliance on private cars Increasing active travel Understand the potential of Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicles Develop and maintain resilient highway infrastructure Protecting and Enhancing our Natural Environment Protect air quality Understand the role of local woodland and trees Encourage local…
… farmland carbon storage in soils and vegetation Improve biodiversity and wildlife Waste and Resource Efficiency Promote reduce, re-use, recycle principles Focus on local food production, distribution and consumption Understand local natural capital Reduce carbon emissions from supply chains 6. The Path to a Greener West Berkshire in 2030 6.1 Key Themes 6.1.1 Sustainable Transport…