Local Government

With the power to effect change through planning decisions, retrofit programmes and influencing behaviour, local government organisations can lead the way towards a sustainable future.

The One Planet Living framework allows municipal authorities to set out a clear vision and shared goals for sustainability strategy, policy and operations.

The framework’s adaptable nature means that it can be used to develop appropriate solutions internationally. A number of UK local authorities are using the framework to inform their sustainability programmes, with interest from municipal and regional authorities in the United States and China. The very best local authorities can sign up to become part of the One Planet Regions programme.

Benefits for local business and residents

Local government organisations can adopt the One Planet Living framework as a broader approach to sustainability within the local area, for example by becoming part of the One Planet Regions programme. Where the framework is used beyond the organisation’s own operations it is possible to achieve significant benefits for local business and residents. These can include green jobs, health and social benefits, and a greater ability for residents to lead affordable lifestyles in a secure and sustainable environment.

What local government can do

Local government organisations can use the One Planet Living framework to operate more sustainably, and to develop policies and strategies that help local businesses and residents become more sustainable too.

The first stage is to download our free One Planet Action Plan toolkit and to begin to look at the areas in which the One Planet Living framework can help your organisation.

As local government organisations are much larger than the sort of audience that the toolkit is designed for, we would recommend getting some expert consultancy help to make sure you apply the framework effectively. BioRegional Consulting and the One Planet programme team have many years’ experience of working with local authorities across the UK and beyond.

Once you’ve tested the One Planet Living framework, you might then take the ultimate step and commit to becoming an endorsed One Planet Region.