A policy that needs to be taken
\ndue regard in all the activities of the municipality<\/strong><\/p>\nThe aim of the policy is to ensure all residents of Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur
\na healthy and safe environment for life, play and work and shall take into account
\nhers in all the activities of the municipality. The municipality aims to
\nto be at the forefront of sustainability and environmental issues, reduce emissions
\ngreenhouse gases and waste generation. Emphasis is placed on sustainable use
\nand the protection of nature, resources and cultural heritage. Pollution is kept to a minimum and
\nthat environmental monitoring is active. Public transport will be strengthened and the share of cycling and
\ncontinuously improved. Environmental education will be exemplary and access to
\ninformation will be made handy and easily utilised. It will also be aimed at achieving a good and
\nequal access for all groups in society to outdoor activities and recreation. <\/p>\n
Resources, nature and
\nCultural heritage<\/strong><\/p>\nThe aim is for the Municipality of Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur to be at the forefront.
\nmunicipalities in Iceland in the protection of nature, resources and cultural heritage.
\nThe municipality shall be guided by the principle of safeguarding the quality of the natural environment.
\nand to support, as far as possible, adequate research and information on
\ndecisions that affect it. The ideology of sustainable development shall be upheld.
\nas a guiding principle for the planning, implementation and activities within the town's area.<\/p>\n
Pollution Prevention and Environmental Monitoring<\/strong><\/p>\nEvery effort will be made to prevent any kind of pollution and
\nto reduce it as much as possible. Air quality will be monitored regularly,
\npollution of the sea off the coasts, in streams, lakes and groundwater, as well as vegetation and
\nsoil. Noise measurements will be made at major traffic routes and where there is cause
\nexists. The results of the environmental monitoring will be published as soon as possible by
\nin an accessible manner. The municipality actively promotes that
\nA company in Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur should practise active environmental management and apply the best available technology.
\nat the pollution control.<\/p>\n
Consumption and waste <\/strong><\/p>\nThe aim should be to reduce the generation of waste and encourage
\nwill lead to increased sorting of waste and recycling. A significant reduction shall be made
\nfrom the use of plastic, such as single-use tableware, plastic bags and single-use plastic containers.
\n-The procurement of the municipality and its subcontractors will be environmentally friendly. Aiming
\nmust also reduce food waste. The municipality is committed to
\nServing residents and businesses with efficient rubbish collection that contributes to an improved
\nraw material utilisation.<\/p>\n
Transport and planning<\/strong><\/p>\nIn transport, the aim is to increase the proportion of people walking and cycling.
\nand public transport users and this will be taken into account when making
\nmaster plans, detailed plans and transport infrastructure. In the town's planning
\nEmphasis will be placed on outdoor and recreational areas. Increasingly, measures will be taken
\nRequirements for special drawings for plots adjacent to blocks of flats and public buildings.<\/p>\n
Environmental education<\/strong><\/p>\nAccess for town residents to information on environmental issues, in
\nThe town's immediate surroundings and land must be exemplary. Special emphasis
\nto support nursery and primary school provision with appropriate infrastructure and
\ntraining for school staff.<\/p>\n
Outdoor activities and
\nHealthy lifestyle<\/strong><\/p>\nTo ensure good access for all residents to outdoor recreational areas.,
\nboth within and outside the town limits, and residents are encouraged to get out into the great outdoors all year round.
\nThe City of Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur shall promote the development of rest areas and walking routes in
\nthe countryside and provide easy access to outdoor recreational areas for walkers, cyclists and
\nto be developed in accordance with the town's master plan and transport policy.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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