KENDAL VISION - INSPIRATION FOR CHANGE IN KENDAL

“Push for Kendal to be energy self-sufficient!” SUSTAINABLE KENDAL THEME PRINCIPLE QUOTE FROM WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT (OCTOBER 2019) Kendal Town Council recognises a Climate Emergency and many participants at the event, including school children, lobbied for the town to become much more sustainable, including better walking and cycling provision, electric buses, renewable energy sources, recycling and less use of plastic. The town wanted to be greener with a strong emphasis on increasing biodiversity and local food sourcing. New buildings must use sustainable materials and be energy efficient, utilising solar power and low energy outcomes wherever possible. The town must also encourage healthier living to reduce impacts on care services. Recognising this will make an important contribution towards a more sustainable town. All future investment and change in Kendal must embed the principles of sustainability and target carbon zero. Working closely with businesses in the town, the public and private sector must ensure sustainable practices in all they do. 1 KENDAL VISION 2020 | THE VISION 25