We must defend all those things that make Edmonton both a healthy city and a sustainable one. We must be vigilant in our protection of our air and water. We must protect our green spaces, including our unique undeveloped environments. We must take the lead in banning the use of harmful herbicides and pesticides in our parks and public spaces. We must continue our world-leading efforts to recycle our waste and limit our non-recyclable refuse. And we must make take a leadership role by for instance converting our vehicular fleets to the most efficient available technology and ensuring all future city buildings meet the highest environmental standards.

Every citizen is entitled to clean air, clean water and proper land use planning. Defending environmental concerns and ensuring sustainable development are necessary components of any reasonable approach to civic planning and management.