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Green belts a greener future[electronic resource]

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: London CPRE Sheffield Natural England 2010ISBN:
  • 9781847541956
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Partial contents:
Introduction -- Green Belt debate -- Characteristics of Green Belt land -- People and natural environment -- Attractive landscapes -- Healthy natural system -- Thriving farming and forestry -- New challenges for Green Belt Land -- Annexe A methodology -- Annexe B data table
Summary: Presents evidence on land designated as Green Belt in England. Traces the history of Green Belt desigination, summarises recent research and commentary and describes the characteristics of Green Belt land. Assesses the contribution Green Belt designation makes to opening up access to the countryside, outdoor sport and recreation, improving derelict and damaged land around urban sprawls, nature conservation, agriculture and forestry. Considers effect of climate change on Green Belts.
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Book Virtual Online ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 149193-2001

Introduction -- Green Belt debate -- Characteristics of Green Belt land -- People and natural environment -- Attractive landscapes -- Healthy natural system -- Thriving farming and forestry -- New challenges for Green Belt Land -- Annexe A methodology -- Annexe B data table

Presents evidence on land designated as Green Belt in England. Traces the history of Green Belt desigination, summarises recent research and commentary and describes the characteristics of Green Belt land. Assesses the contribution Green Belt designation makes to opening up access to the countryside, outdoor sport and recreation, improving derelict and damaged land around urban sprawls, nature conservation, agriculture and forestry. Considers effect of climate change on Green Belts.