Environment
One of the area’s greatest assets is its natural environment, with
panoramic estuary views and sweeping landscapes scattered with icons
from medieval times and the industrial revolution – the area embraces
change.
To enable a sustainable future the Partnership has formed a strong
multi-agency greengrid network to champion the green agenda and ensure
that space and development connect as one. The Partnership has also
prepared a Waterfront Strategy which highlights how we can embrace the
centre of the Gateway – the River Thames.
Across South Essex, significant environmental enhancement projects,
including new country parks, and the restoration of Rayleigh Windmill
have been completed, and new potential landscape and other ecological
assets have been identified by the Land Restoration Trust, RSPB, EEDA
and other partners to make sure that regeneration of this area offers
excellent quality of life, and environmental sustainability.