Forest Heath District Council is currently developing ways
to tackle these issues locally and has produced a Sustainable
Development Strategy. This will look at the internal work of the
council and the external services we offer
residents.
Contact Us
If you require any further information please contact the
Sustainable Development Officer
Tel No: 01638 719232
Email: enviroprotection@forest-heath.gov.uk
Post: Environmental Services, District Offices, College Heath Road,
Mildenhall, Suffolk. IP28 7EY
Information About Sustainable
Development
Sustainable development is about ensuring a better quality of life
for everyone, now and for future generations. Sustainable
development places equal importance on the impact on the
environment, economy and society. Development that enhances any of
these without detriment to any other is considered to be
sustainable.
The Government has highlighted 4 priority areas that need to be
addressed. They are;
- Sustainable Consumption and Production
- Climate Change and Energy
- Natural Resource Protection and Environmental Enhancement
- Sustainable Communities
Useful
Links
Sustainable Development Commission -
Government's independent watchdog on Sustainable
Development
Forum for the Future - Sustainable
Development Charity
Downloads
Sustainable Development
Strategy