Labour at Devon County Council will work to:

— Set realistic targets with robust measurement, to reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality, protect wildlife and increase biodiversity.

— Support clean energy generation, and wider use of clean energy in the transportation sector.

— Support the retrofitting of homes, and new building to affordable and sustainable standards such as the manufacture of modular housing components.

— Improve the supply and accessibility of charging points and encourage bike and car rental schemes.

— Consult across local authorities, agencies, and water companies to develop deliverable strategies to reduce flooding, run-off, and peak volumes: including land management, flood defences, and the proper maintenance of gullies and drains.

— Encourage local food production and consumption through marketing strategies, publicity, distribution networks and food waste reduction initiatives: to support our growers and producers; reduce transport miles and waste; and keep our Devon food and farming economy secure.

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