Corporate Plan Outcomes 2008-12

A. Soil and water resources will be able to support diverse, productive ecosystems and a healthy population.
B. Loss of biodiversity will have been halted and we can see a definite recovery in the quality and extent of our key habitats and species populations.
C. Important sites and the wider environment will be better able to support biodiversity and will be managed in a way that recognises ecological limits and provides for greater connectivity between habitats.
D. The character, quality and diversity of Wales’ natural and historic landscapes and seascapes, including their geological and earth science interest, will be maintained and enhanced.

Long term outcomes for participation and engagement

E. More people from all sectors of society will regularly be using and benefiting from widespread and equitable access to countryside, coast and urban greenspace.
F. Wales’ key sites, species and landscapes will be highly valued by its citizens and visitors.
G. More people in Wales will be actively involved in managing their local environments.

Long term outcomes for integrating environmental, social and economic interests and concerns

H. People in Wales will recognise and understand that there is a relationship between the quality of the environment, the provision of jobs and business opportunities and overall quality of life.
I. Environmental considerations will be fully integrated within all policies, programmes and service delivery. Decisions will be based on high quality, consistent evidence and on sustainable development principles.
J. Developments and the use of resources in urban, rural and marine areas will be appropriate and sensitive, respecting ecological limits and landscape distinctiveness and taking account of climate change and quality of life challenges
K. Wales will be successfully demonstrating the contribution that a small developed nation can make to global sustainable development.