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ID sylw: 108477

Derbyniwyd: 06/03/2025

Ymatebydd: The Bird Group

Asiant : Framptons

Whilst we acknowledge that integrating carbon sinks and sequestration into planning policy can be beneficial for mitigating climate change, it also presents several challenges. For example, accurately measuring and verifying the amount of carbon sequestered can be complex and resource-intensive, which can lead to uncertainties and inconsistencies in reporting. Furthermore, ensuring that carbon sinks, such as forests and wetlands, are maintained and managed effectively over the long term can also be challenging, especially when climate change can affect their ability to sequester carbon. We therefore consider that this policy requirement should not, at this time be taken forward in the SWLP.
If, however, the Councils do decide to pursue Draft Policy Direction 41, before any requirement is introduced that requires a net gain in carbon sequestration, the viability of doing so should be undertaken taking into account and factored into the Viability Assessment produced with the Pre-Submission SWLP.