The document summarizes a presentation made to the Langley Township Council about adopting a Sustainability Charter. It outlines the process used to develop the Charter through community engagement. It presents Langley's sustainability vision and goals. It recommends immediate actions like mainstreaming sustainability, taking advantage of new legislation, and considering a carbon trust. It also recommends long-term actions like aligning corporate projects with sustainability goals and adopting the Charter.

1. Sustainability Charter Presentation to Council June 23, 2008

4. Sustainability Vision The Township of Langley Sustainability Vision is to build a legacy for future generations by leading and committing the community to a lifestyle that is socially, culturally, economically, and environmentally balanced.

5. Sustainability Goals

10. Implementation – Langley Carbon Trust Carbon offsetting is becoming popular among consumers who are concerned about the negative environmental effects of energy-intensive lifestyles and economies. A Langley Carbon Trust could be established to accept voluntary contributions (in the form of carbon credits) from individuals, groups and companies to help them become carbon neutral. Proceeds from the contributions could be invested in local projects to further the goal to nurture a mindset of sustainability in the community.

11. Implementation – Sustainability Checklist Township staff will work with the development industry to investigate the feasibility of introducing a Sustainable Development Checklist.

14. End of Presentation Thank you!