Sustainability

What on earth is Sustainability?

Sustainability is about:

• Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of the future to meet
  its own needs.
• Improving economic, social and environmental wellbeing at the same time.
• Treating the Earth as if we mean to stay.

What is the Council doing?

Climate change is a big sustainability issue which the Council must address. The Wyre Forest Climate Change Strategy(1.4MB) and Action plan sets out what we are doing about climate change.

For information on the greenhouse gas emission of Wyre Forest District Council, please read our latest Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report(30K).

The Council has worked with the Carbon Trust to develop a 5 year Carbon Management Plan. This sets out how we will reduce carbon emissions from our buildings, operations and services by 30% by 2016.

The Council is also signed up the Worcestershire Climate Change Pledge

What can I do to be greener?

Lots! Explore these pages to find out how. Here are a few ideas:

• Sign up the 10:10 climate change campaign
• Calculate your carbon footprint and then reduce it
• Save energy by installing cut price insulation or solar panels
• Get on your bike - see the Wyre Forest walk/cycle map
• Visit the Worcestershire Green Directory website

Why should I bother?

There are loads of positive benefits to leading a greener lifestyle.

Saving energy and cutting fuel use will help reduce your bills. Whether you decide to start growing your own fruit and veg, exploring your local countryside or walking or cycling to escape the traffic jams, you're bound to feel healthier and happier as a result.

Small changes by lots of individuals all add up - what you do now will make a difference!