Environmental Policy 2025–2028

About this item

Overview

The Environmental Policy 2025–2028 sets out Kesgrave Town Council’s commitment to protect and enhance the local environment for the benefit of current and future generations. It describes how the Council manages its own activities responsibly and encourages community action on sustainability. The policy was approved on 2 June 2025 and will be reviewed in June 2028.

Aims

• Promote awareness of the value of a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment.
• Support residents and groups in enjoying and protecting Kesgrave’s green spaces.
• Minimise waste, pollution, and carbon emissions from Council operations.
• Lead by example through responsible energy use and environmentally aware purchasing.

Objectives

• Recycle or reuse materials wherever practicable.
• Dispose of waste safely and in line with environmental legislation.
• Prioritise renewable, recycled, and locally sourced products.
• Improve energy efficiency and reduce reliance on finite energy sources.
• Encourage community environmental projects and promote good practice.

Community and Partnership Work

The Council works with residents, volunteers, and other authorities to deliver projects that improve Kesgrave’s environment. Examples include tree planting, community clean-ups, and sustainable land management.

Implementation and Monitoring

• The policy is communicated to staff, councillors, and residents through training and awareness campaigns.
• Progress is reviewed each year as part of the Council’s Business Plan Review.
• Environmental improvements are considered when assessing planning applications.
• Suppliers and contractors are encouraged to minimise environmental impacts.

Download

Download Environmental Policy 2025–2028 (PDF)

Contact: For questions about environmental initiatives or this policy, email enquiry@kesgravetowncouncil.gov.uk .