Including 4 closely related terms such as sustainability, sustainable approach, and sustainable practices.
… Partner. Environmental and Sustainability Considerations 93. This report focusses on tracking progress towards achieving the Council’s sustainability goals, with a specific emphasis on emissions reduction within the Council’s operations as well as across key sectors in the district. 94. Failure to continue advancing emission reductions could hinder the Council’s ability to meet its…
… Economy o To support local green economy initiatives through partnerships with businesses, schools, and charities in sustainable practices. o To support green skill development through the promotion of Council and community led initiatives, such as renewable energy installations. o To prioritise local contractors and suppliers for Council-led climate action projects to boost local employment…
… policies that support sustainable practices, clean energy, and environmental protection, while technological advancements further accelerate the transition to a fossil fuel-free society. 5. The Council has consistently played a vital leadership role in advancing the vision for net zero and intends to enhance its leadership efforts within the district and surrounding areas. We have been evaluating…
… https://council.wealden.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=292&MId=5093&Ver=4 69. To effectively manage and reduce emissions, it is crucial to acknowledge the importance of both offsetting and insetting. While offsetting provides a valuable mechanism for compensating for emissions through external projects, insetting offers a more direct and sustainable approach by addressing emissions…
… within the Council’s own operations and supply chain. This approach is more localised and focuses on creating sustainable practices in Wealden district where the Council already operates. 70. Through the Local Plan process, the Council will seek a minimum of 20% measurable improvement in biodiversity for development sites. Evidence from Natural England1 reports that 10% Biodiversity Net Gain…