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I will if you will - Towards sustainable consumption - A summary
Date: | 01/05/2006 |
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Classification: | Food, Sustainable Consumption & Production |
Document type: | SDC Reports & Papers |
Download: | I_Will-Summary.pdf - 469 KB |
Summary: | The final report of the Sustainable Consumption Roundtable sets out how a significant shift towards more sustainable lifestyles is possible and positive. This document summarises the main findings and recommendations. We have some hard copies left - email requests to: enquiries@sd-commission.org.uk. |
Recommendations: | - Government can be bolder about driving markets - Reward households for sustainable practices - Introduce a carbon offset on flights on an 'opt out' basis - Central government buildings and transport be carbon neutral by 2012 - Committ to an ongoing programme of deliberative fora with the public |