Renewable Energy Development and Low Carbon Lifestyles

Making appropriate use of renewable energy resources is supported by wider government policy. The RDS calls for the delivery of a sustainable and secure energy supply and emphasises the need to increase the contribution that renewable energy can make to overall energy mix. This is supported by the provisions of the SPPS which seeks to facilitate the siting of renewable energy proposals in appropriate locations in order to achieve Northern Ireland's renewable energy targets and to realise the benefits of renewable energy, without compromising other environmental assets of acknowledged importance. The Council will therefore seek to promote low carbon lifestyles which utilise renewable energy supplies within the Borough, to the benefit of all our residents and businesses, as well as wider society. The Council will also seek to ensure that any impact on our historic environment, natural heritage assets and the amenity of those living nearby is fully considered.