South Kesteven District Council’s ‘Climate Action Strategy’ sets out the Council’s plans to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to the impacts of climate change.
The planting of trees of any kind brings with it valuable ecosystem benefits such as providing natural habitats; limiting the impact of heatwaves in urban areas; filtering pollution; and flood prevention. Trees also play an important role in positively impacting on the wellbeing of communities and residents. They improve air quality, offer shade for crops and livestock, prevent nutrient loss and soil erosion and improve water quality. They also help to reduce the risk of flooding.
To ensure that South Kesteven has a resilient treescape that continues to deliver these benefits, there needs to be a comprehensive plan for the management of existing canopy. The Council has therefore worked to develop and deliver a District-wide Tree and Woodland Strategy, as part of its ensuing work-plan.
The purpose of the strategy and accompanying action plan is to establish the current level of tree canopy cover in the District, highlight main areas of opportunity to increase the number of trees and areas of woodland, and set out what role the Council can play in facilitating this alongside key partners.
