BedZed, London

General information

Bioregional’s vision is of thriving regional economies where we meet more of our needs from local, renewable and waste resources, enabling people to live happy, healthy lives within the natural limits of the planet, leaving space for wildlife and wilderness. We call this One Planet Living.

The One Planet Living framework, based on ten easy-to-grasp principles, enables you to plan for, deliver and communicate sustainable development. The framework provides a clear, practical route map for those who are seeking a better way to live and do business.

The ten principles are:

1) Zero Carbon: Making buildings more energy efficient and delivering all energy with renewable technologies
2) Zero Waste: Reducing waste arisings, reusing where possible, and ultimately sending zero waste to landfill
3) Sustainable Transport: Encouraging low carbon modes of transport to reduce emissions, reducing the need to travel
4) Sustainable Materials: Using sustainable products that have a low embodied energy
5) Local and Sustainable Food: Choosing low impact, local, seasonal and organic diets and reducing food waste
6) Sustainable Water: Using water more efficiently in buildings and in the products we buy; tackling local flooding and water course pollution
7) Land Use and Wildlife: Protecting and expanding old habitats and creating new space for wildlife
8) Culture and Community: Reviving local identity and wisdom; support for, and participation in, the arts
9) Equity and Local Economy: Inclusive, empowering workplaces with equitable pay; support for local communities and fair trade
10) Health and Happiness: Encouraging active, sociable, meaningful lives to promote good health and well being