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Towards a Sustainable Forest Heath


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.

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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

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Sustainable Development Strategy

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