Sustainable Development

emda is committed to ensuring growth — but not at the expense of the environment. Our key role is to be the strategic driver of sustainable economic development, working in partnership with private, public and voluntary sector organisations.

Good, efficient transport is hugely important for our region. We need it to attract and retain investment to stimulate and support our economic growth. Good transport links help people to access employment and training opportunities.

We are committed to protecting the environment by ensuring the region generates more energy from renewable sources, creates less waste for landfill, and encouraging businesses to be more energy efficient.

We are also determined to breathe new life into redundant land and revitalise communities across the region. In 2007-2008 we levered £135m of regeneration investment, 70% from the private sector.

Use the links on the left find out more about our sustainable development policies and activities.