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Test Valley Borough Council

…, reducing our carbon footprint both at work and in wider life. Ensuring climate change considerations are factored into our thinking in the way we work and in sharing knowledge with others. It will emphasise that we all have a role to play. It will include using energy more efficiently, reducing overall waste generation and increasing recycling as much as possible. Update the Procurement…

… of the office waste produced in Council owned and occupied buildings To ensure robust data is available to inform future waste management arrangements. Review energy purchasing and procurement To help the move towards renewable and low carbon energy sources, thus reducing emissions. Deliver measures to improve energy efficiency and reduce our energy consumption, including: • Review lighting within…

… and removal of redundant equipment To reduce unnecessary energy consumption and resultant emissions. To consider an integrated waste collection contract across all sites that maximises the range of materials that can be separated and recycled To ensure a consistent approach to management of waste that increases the scope for reusing and recycling materials. 10 Theme Action Impact / Outcomes…

… efficient use of resources and limit waste generation. Assess the feasibility of the collection of rainwater from our buildings for reuse To make more efficient use of water resources in management of the Council’s estate Assess the feasibility of installing living walls and green roofs Living or green walls and green roofs can help to remove air pollutants, regulate temperature and support…

… and understanding of recycling opportunities within the Borough, and to reduce contamination of waste streams. Medium Term No actions identified at this time Long Term No actions identified at this time 15 Theme Action Impact / Outcomes Natural Environment Throughout the timeline Continue to explore opportunities for land acquisition for small scale woodland creation. This will support…