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Environmental sustainability and climate change

Local government is pioneering much of the best practice in environmental sustainability and climate change. These pages look at why local government needs to act and what the sector is already doing.

There is also an extensive 'links and resources' section, where you will find information on where to go to for further advice, statistics, funding, support and relevant campaigns.

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  • What's new Last updated 2 July 2009

    This page links to the latest national and international news stories, and developments affecting councils and communities. It includes a brief update on the community of practice (CoP).

  • Your sustainability questions answered Last updated 13 April 2009

    Here are 32 of the most commonly asked questions about sustainability, sustainable development and climate change.

  • Climate change and energy Last updated 1 May 2009

    Local authorities are essential for helping the government achieve its climate change objectives. These pages look at the role of councils in climate change mitigation and promoting the use of sustainable energy.

  • Climate change: adaptation Last updated 1 May 2009

    Climate change is a global phenomenon, but its impacts are felt locally and are affected by physical, social and economic factors specific to a locality. This section looks at the role of local authorities and strategic partnerships in adapting to a changing climate.

  • Leadership on sustainability Last updated 27 April 2009

    Balancing the demands of different interest groups requires visionary leadership and a strong place-shaping role. These pages will help you to make sense of your council's role as a leader on sustainability.

  • Local environment Last updated 1 May 2009

    The local environment is consistently rated a high priority by residents and businesses. These pages look at how your council can create good public spaces, which is essential for engaging communities in their local area.

  • Transport Last updated 1 May 2009

    Effective and efficient transport networks are central to a prosperous economy and to enable better access and greater mobility. These pages look at how councils can balance meeting the increasing demand for travel with protecting the environment and developing a sustainable community.

  • Waste Last updated 1 May 2009

    The UK uses three times more resources than can be considered sustainable. These pages look at how councils can manage waste more sustainably.

  • Positive Future 2009: conference report Last updated 18 May 2009

    The 2009 conference was a lively and interactive two days where 120 delegates – who all work in and around climate change and sustainability – gathered to share their stories and thrash out ideas for new approaches. This report summarises the conference's main learning points and includes links to relevant web resources.

  • Links and resources Last updated 27 April 2009

    So much is happening on climate change and sustainability at the moment, that it is difficult to know which websites offer the best guidance on what. These pages will help you find the guidance, support, facts and funding that you are looking for on the web.

  • Sustainable Energy Benchmark and Toolkit Last updated 18 February 2009

    This Sustainable Energy Benchmark and Toolkit will help your local authority cut carbon emissions and use energy more efficiently.

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