Environmental Policy
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has a significant impact on the
local environment. This impact arises from providing services
(direct effects), for example by staff using resources and creating
waste; and from influencing the environmental actions of others
(indirect effects), for example by regulating, motivating and
raising environmental awareness. The Council recognises its impact
on the area and is committed to protecting and enhancing the
environment for future generations by promoting sustainable
practices and acting responsibly, considering environmental, social
and economic factors in all decision making processes.
The Council is committed to continual environmental improvement
and the Corporate Plan 2006-2010 details a number of key targets
and aims reiterating this commitment. The three key aims identified
in the Corporate Plan are the conservation and enhancement of the
Environment, improvement in waste and resource management and
reduction in the environmental impact of Council activities.
In all its activities the Council will endeavour to adhere to
principles of sustainability and sustainable development,
specifically:
- Ensure environmental legislation is complied with, and fulfil
our statutory environmental responsibilities.
- Minimise the use of non-renewable resources including energy in
its own buildings, vehicles and in all Council activities.
- Avoid waste and encourage the conservation, reuse and recycling
of resources.
- Encourage the installation of renewable energy sources.
- Minimise environmental pollution from all its activities and
influence others to do the same.
- Conserve, restore and enhance the Vale’s built and natural
environment, keeping it safe, diverse and pleasant.
- Reduce the need for the movement of both people and goods.
Where movement is necessary, encourage the use of public transport,
car sharing, cycling and walking.
- Procure and provide goods and services in a socially and
environmentally responsible manner.
- Promote understanding and participation in environmental issues
through education, information and community consultation.
- Provide appropriate resources and the necessary training for
staff to ensure that they are able to fulfil the commitment given
in this policy.
This Environmental Policy will be made available to all staff
and other interested parties.
Signed August 2007 Signed August 2007
Cllr M Alexander – Leader of the
Council Mr J Maitland
Evans – Chief Executive