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Greenprint 2020 vision

In 2020: 

People are increasingly working in the green economy, contributing to the growing numbers of young people interested in science and engineering. As a result, the UK is an international leader in environmental technology, research and science, and at the forefront of green innovation and solutions. 

The education system allows young people to take ownership of practical environmental initiatives, giving them the skills to truly make a difference. Sustainability is embedded in the curriculum giving young people new knowledge and skills. Students play a leading role in helping schools operate to the highest environmental standards and become focal points within the community. 

Companies are operating more sustainably, with greater consideration given to the requirements of local communities and society. A tighter legislative regime requires stronger environmental and social practices. There are a growing number of award schemes recognising companies that are demonstrating green leadership. Companies are providing high quality information to their customers enabling them to make well informed decisions.

Practical solutions are being driven at a local level. Local authorities provide services that make it easier for people to live sustainably. Companies are increasingly seeking to source products as locally as possible. Social enterprises are being created, helping communities to become more resilient to environmental change. 

The dynamics of neighbourhoods are changing as more people are working from home. People are travelling shorter distances to work giving them more leisure and volunteering time in their local area.

Your response*:

• 80% would like to see a growing interest in science and engineering at schools due to increasing demand for these skills.

• 76% would like people to spend more time volunteering in their local community.

• 66% of people would like to see high carbon taxes that result in companies investing heavily in sustainable development

* All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc.  Total sample size was 1053 UK 16-24 year olds. Fieldwork was undertaken between 13th - 17th January 2011.  The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all UK adults aged 16-24. Copies of the research are available from Global Action Plan.

Greenprint 2020 vision

In 2020: 

Tax has increased for two car households, which has led to an increase in car sharing schemes, pedestrianisation of some streets, and the allocation of cycling lanes as more people look for options other than driving. 

Cycling schemes are common place at work and in school, and with rewards for walking or cycling, it’s standard for people to walk distances of less than a mile. Roads are clearer and air quality is improved, lowering asthma rates.

People are able to jump on quicker, cleaner, faster trains from their local station thanks to the reopening of old stations and easier access routes. With major investments in alternative fuels, renewably powered public transport is abundant.

The census now collates green data on the routes people travel most, helping to direct public money to improving public services, extending routes, and trialling trams and new forms of transport. Where investments are made in new routes, the impact of construction is considered and recycled materials are used.

People are more appreciative of the impact of air travel. Due to a limit on air miles per person, people find other ways to commute, travel and holiday. They use technology to minimise use of travel for work and have found benefits to health and workload in doing so.

Your response* :

• 87% would like people to cycle and walk more for local travel. 

• 68% liked the idea of spending less time at work and increasingly working from home.  

• 57% of respondents disliked the suggestion of having limits placed on air mile

* All figures, unless otherwise stated, are from YouGov Plc.  Total sample size was 1053 UK 16-24 year olds. Fieldwork was undertaken between 13th - 17th January 2011.  The survey was carried out online. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all UK adults aged 16-24. Copies of the research are available from Global Action Plan.

I like this.....more so because it has a driving sim! :)

There's been ads in Barbados (I think through NASSCO Toyota dealers) urging people to drive more 'mindfully' I suppose.

Apparently changing driving style can save up 16% of fuel according to this website.  I'll see if I can find a video of this driving.

Just goes to show every action can make a bit of difference to the wallet and to the fight against 'unsustainability'