The 2004 Egan Review, which called for the creation of our organisation, helped create the Government's definition of a sustainable community.
The official definition is below but why not watch our 'Introduction to Sustainable Communities' for quick, colourful insight into the different aspects.
While the terminology might be relatively new, some of the ideas have been around for thousands of years - have a look at our 'Ten minute history of sustainable communities'.
Don't just take our word for what makes a good place - we asked neighbourhood wardens, civic leaders, professionals, young students and community leaders questions about sustainable communities. Their answers are in the three films on the right.
Our thanks to REELmcr for helping us to collect all of the interesting views.
The 2004 Egan Review, which called for the creation of our organisation, helped create the Government's definition of a sustainable community.
The official definition is below but why not watch our 'Introduction to Sustainable Communities' for quick, colourful insight into the different aspects.
While the terminology might be relatively new, some of the ideas have been around for thousands of years - have a look at our 'Ten minute history of sustainable communities'.
Don't just take our word for what makes a good place - we asked neighbourhood wardens, civic leaders, professionals, young students and community leaders questions about sustainable communities. Their answers are in the three films on the right.
Our thanks to REELmcr for helping us to collect all of the interesting views.
The eight components of a sustainable community are:
Governance - Well-run communities with effective and inclusive participation, representation and leadership
Transport and Connectivity - Well-connected communities with good transport services and communications linking people to jobs, health and other services
Services - Public, private and community and voluntary services that are accessible to all
Environmental - Providing places for people to live in an environmentally-friendly way
Equity - Fair for everyone in our diverse world and for both today's and tomorrow's communities
Economy - A thriving and vibrant local economy
Housing and the Built Environment - High-quality buildings
Social and Culture - Active, inclusive and safe with a strong local culture and other shared community activities
Have a look at the 'Egan Wheel' link in the related items.
