1. What are sustainable communities?
Lesson 4
What do geographers mean by the term ‘sustainable?’

2. According to our Government, Sustainable…..“
….means making the necessary decisions now to realise our vision of stimulating economic growth and tackling the deficit, maximising wellbeing and protecting our environment, without affecting the ability of future generations to do the same. ”
Taken from in March 2015

3. Thinking about the government’s definition…
Highlight the key words and phases in the definition.
Explain what this means.
This means that…..
Planners / councils are responsible for making good decisions that are sustainable
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‘….means making the necessary decisions now to realise our vision of stimulating economic growth and tackling the deficit, maximising wellbeing and protecting our environment, without affecting the ability of future generations to do the same.’
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4. Sustainable Communities
What is a sustainable community?
Sustainable Communities
Exploitation
Conservation

5. So what on Earth is a sustainable community?
According to the GA: “
Sustainable communities are places where people want to live and work, now and in the future ”
But as geographers, we want a more in depth definition!

6. The components of a sustainable community…
Look at the cards in front you…
Active, inclusive and safe
Well run
Thriving
Well designed and built
Well connected
Environmentally sensitive
Well served
Fair for everyone

7. The components of a sustainable community…
Arrange your cards into a rough pyramid.
Write a justification of your choice.
How would different groups of people change your ranking, e.g. teenagers; a family with young children; a commuter.
Most important component 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

8. The components of a sustainable community…
Active, inclusive and safe
Well run
Environmentally sensitive
Well designed and built
Well connected
Thriving
Well served
Fair for everyone
a sense of community identity and belonging
strong, informed and effective partnerships that lead by example (e.g. government, business, community)
actively seek to minimise climate change, including through energy efficiency and the use of renewables
sense of place - a place with a positive 'feeling' for people and local distinctiveness
transport facilities, including public transport, that help people travel within and between communities and reduce dependence on cars
a wide range of jobs and training opportunities
Well-performing local schools, further and higher education institutions, and other opportunities for lifelong learning
recognise individuals' rights and responsibilities
opportunities for cultural, leisure, community, sport and other activities, including for children and young people
The community is involved in making decisions about what happens in their community.
protect the environment, by minimising pollution on land, in water and in the air
user-friendly public and green spaces with facilities for everyone including children and older people
good access to regional, national and international communications networks.
economically viable and attractive town centres
high quality local health care and social services, integrated where possible with other services
have due regard for the needs of future generations in current decisions and actions.
low levels of crime, drugs and antisocial behaviour with visible, effective and community-friendly policing
It’s really clear who is in charge and who is responsible for what.
protect and improve bio-diversity (e.g. wildlife habitats)
buildings and public spaces which promote health and are designed to reduce crime and make people feel safe
widely available and effective telecommunications and Internet access
a strong business community with links into the wider economy
good range of affordable public, community, voluntary and private services (e.g. retail, fresh food, commercial, utilities, information and advice) which are accessible to the whole community
respect the rights and aspirations of others (both neighbouring communities, and across the wider world) also to be sustainable