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Sustainable development

The Council is committed to sustainable development through its Agenda 21 process in which the Council continuously improves its services, policies and practices to contribute to a better quality of life for everyone now, and for future generations.

Agenda 21 is a plan for sustainable development, drawn up and agreed at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. Over 120 nations signed up to Agenda 21.

Sustainable development considers the impact on our future, of the balance between environmental, economic and social issues of today's activities, policies and new developments. The Agenda 21 agreement covers a wide range of issues and gives responsibilities to different groups. This includes an obligation for local councils all over the world to draw up and implement Local Agenda 21 plans. Part of this Local Agenda 21 process is concerned with engaging the local community and raising awareness of issues relating to sustainability such as energy efficiency, recycling, transport and water and environmental conservation.

Coventry's commitment

Coventry City Council is committed to delivering services which promote the social, economic and environmental well-being of everyone living in, working in and visiting Coventry, now and for generations to come.

We are committed to the principles of Agenda 21 and the aims and objectives of sustainable development which should ensure:

• Social progress which recognises the needs of everyone
• Effective protection of the environment
• Prudent use of natural resources
• Maintenance of high and stable levels of economic growth and employment.
• For further information contact the Sustainability Team.

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