Sustainability

Sustainable Development

Sustainable development means meeting the needs of people today while protecting the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It involves finding the right balance between social, environmental, and economic factors. In practice, it means taking responsibility for how our actions affect others — within our district, in neighbouring areas and across the world.

• Active Travel
• Biodiversity
• Climate Change 
• Eco Schools Programme 
• Annual Schools’ Environmental Poster Competition
• Environmental Youth Speak 
• Fairtrade 
• Litterpick Support Request
• NMDDC Sustainability and Environment Statement
• The CANN Project 

Legislative Requirement

Under the Northern Ireland (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2006, Newry, Mourne and Down District Council must, as far as reasonably practicable, act in a way that helps achieve sustainable development in Northern Ireland.

The Council must also be aware of and have regard to any sustainable development strategies or guidance issued by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) or any other Northern Ireland department.

Our Commitment

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is committed to embedding sustainability across all its operations and providing leadership for the wider community.