2: An Attractive Vision:
A Low Carbon Exeter will be recognised as a wonderful and exemplary place to live and work:
- A cohesive community with the majority of its needs met locally, involving local people.
- Improved health and well-being created by increased walking and cycling.
- Less cars and lorries on our roads, a quieter streets, and safer areas for children's play.
- A vibrant and dynamic local economy, resilient against the shocks that can be created by a global economy.
- More trees and green spaces.
- An economy that is prepared for the eventual economic crash caused when peak oil occurs, and ready to lead the way in zero economic growth.
- Forward thinking zero carbon developments and retrofitting of existing buildings.
- Increased proportions of renewable energy, food and building materials produced locally.
- Less pollution, better air quality, and enhanced biodiversity.
- Less time spent working, and more time for living.
- Zero waste and full re-use and recycling.
- Reduced consumerism and more focus on the real issues that drive our lives.
We propose that this vision is brought forward in conjunction with the creation of ideas for a Carbon Descent Action Plan developed by the Exeter and District community.
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