Sustainability in Cheltenham

The council is strongly committed to the principle of sustainable development and, together with Cheltenham Strategic Partnership, we have developed a vision for the future of Cheltenham:

"We want Cheltenham to deliver a sustainable quality of life, where people, families, their communities and businesses thrive; and in a way which cherishes our cultural and natural heritage, reduces our impact on climate change and does not compromise the quality of life of present and future generations."

(from Our future, our choice - Cheltenham's sustainable community strategy 2008-11)

We set out our own contribution to this vision in our Corporate Strategy, detailing three community objectives to help achieve this long term goal:

Enhancing and protecting our environment

• Cheltenham has a clean and well-maintained environment
• Cheltenham's natural and built environment is enhanced and protected
• carbon emissions are reduced and Cheltenham is able to adapt to the impacts of climate change

Strengthening our economy

• Cheltenham is able to recover quickly and strongly from the recession
• we attract more visitors and investors to Cheltenham

Strengthening our communities

• communities feel safe and are safe
• people have access to decent and affordable housing
• people are able to lead healthy lifestyles
• our residents enjoy a strong sense of community and are involved in resolving local issues