Sunday, February 25, 2007

Policy: Building Green Guidance Report published by UK Gov

The UK Environment Agency has published a report providing practical advice on reducing the environmental impacts of new development, titled ‘Building a better environment’. It argues that development doesn’t have to harm the environment – if it is well located, planned and designed, it can actually make improvements to the environment and provide a better place for people to live.

The report includes guidance on:
  • Managing the risk of flooding
  • Managing surface water
  • Using water wisely
  • Wildlife and green space
  • Preventing pollution
  • Managing waste
  • Land affected by contamination
  • Sustainable construction
  • Recreation, society and health

Report: Link

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