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sustainability

REDUCING THE ECOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT
Sustainability is an interplay between
ecological, social, global and economic
dimensions. In this policy plan the
Government of Flanders places the emphasis on the ecological component.

Children and young people can make
their own active contributions to a sustainable living environment. Structural
measures are to ensure embedment.
Several social actors play a role in this.

BY MAKING DELIBERATE CHOICES
The Government of Flanders will support projects and initiatives in all kinds
of areas which will make sure that sustainable choices are deliberate choices.
These projects must devote special at-

tention to young people. Either because
they (help) implement the project, or because it is specifically targeted on them.
Creating involvement and enhancing
competences are key concepts.

AND BEING ABLE TO REALLY MAKE CHOICES
The Government of Flanders wants to
help make sustainable and ecological
products as attractive and accessible
as their non-sustainable counterparts.
We give financial injections and raise

awareness of this theme. Making the
choice for sustainability is rewarded.
When doing so, we keep in mind that
we ourselves have an exemplary role to
fulfil.

IN A HEALTHY LIVING ENVIRONMENT
Children and young people have the
right to grow up in a healthy living environment. We adopt this approach on
several fronts. Monitoring may lead to
action plans. Sustainable construction,
renovation and housing is given a boost.

The school too is an important environment where children and young people
spend a great deal of time. Creating a
healthy indoor environment is essential.
A green playground can only be motivating and fun.

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