Including the closely related term sustainability.
… programmes and continue to support community plastic free initiatives Explore opportunities for certification/ awards for Green/Sustainable businesses Explore the possibility of tree planting awards Consult with the public to identify further means by which the Council can assist the residents and businesses of North Herts to achieve the target of zero emissions across the district…
… incorporation of green clauses in leases and licenses for NHDC’s property estate (e.g encouraging tenants to consider whole life carbon assessments when selecting construction methods or materials in their leased property) Build on the environmental, economic, and social sustainability principles presented in NHDC’s Property Acquisition & Development Strategy when appraising prospective…
… property acquisitions, to ensure pre-acquisition due diligence is comprehensive and not solely focused on financial drivers Explore and progress on-site generation of electricity from solar or wind Explore opportunities for the sustainable heating of swimming pools NHDC CLIMATE CHANGE STRATEGY 2021-2026 PAGE 14 TAKING ACTION Transport In accordance with the Council’s 2019…
… for achieving zero carbon emissions by 2030 NHDC CLIMATE CHANGE STRATEGY 2021-2026 PAGE 15 As part of the ‘Sustainable North Hertfordshire’ programme, work to develop and support policies that encourage electric vehicle use and other ‘cleaner air’ initiatives across the district, including: Providing more electric car charging facilities in our car parks Exploring the possibility…
… the necessary infrastructure is in place Ensure that masterplans and planning applications for new development are designed around streets and routes for active travel (rather than cars) and create walkable neighbourhoods Explore how a Sustainability Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) could encourage and provide guidance on how new development can use resources more efficiently, reduce…