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Getting the backing of businesses is vital in tackling climate change. By embracing sustainability we can provides eco-friendly options to customers and drive innovation. Let's create a greener world through sustainable business practices!

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Dittiscombe Estate achieves carbon net zero status

In November 2024 Dittiscombe Estate & Cottages completed a decarbonisation programme, offered by South Hams District Council.

January 27, 2025

Sustainable South Hams in 2024

Happy New Year from the Sustainable South Hams team! To celebrate, we've put together a collection of some of our activities over the last year.

December 31, 2024

Markets in South Hams

We are lucky to have several great markets in South Hams that enable us to support local farmers, makers, and businesses.

November 27, 2024

Events

Christmas Celebration

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SusSH Change Makers: Working with South Hams District Council

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July Special Gathering & Workshop: Starting and Developing Your Community Group

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Resources

Habitat Clearance

Guidance, particularly for councils, on habitat clearance taking place prior to planning application, including relevant legislation

Devon Carbon Plan

The Devon Carbon Plan is the roadmap for how Devon will reach net-zero emissions by 2050 (at the latest). The Devon Carbon Plan outlines actions for how each sector (economy and resources, energy supply, food, land and sea, transport, and the built environment) can reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

Farming in Protected Landscapes Programme

This programme from Defra is running from July 2021 to March 2024. Throughout the programme, farmers and land managers can be supported to carry out projects that support nature recovery, mitigate the impacts of climate change, provide opportunities for people to discover, enjoy and understand the landscape and cultural heritage, or support nature-friendly, sustainable farm businesses.

Groups

Bigbury Net Zero

Bigbury Net Zero is a community group promoting cooperation between neighbouring parishes in Aveton Gifford, Thurlestone, Ringmore, Kingston & Modbury in order to reduce our joint carbon footprint and rebuild nature between the River Avon and the River Erme.