Inspired by the principles of One Planet Communities, our commitment includes:
![Zero carbon](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/zero_carbon.png)
Making buildings more energy efficient and delivering all energy with renewable technologies.
![Zero waste](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/zero_waste.png)
Reducing waste, reusing where possible, and ultimately sending zero waste to landfill.
![Sustainable transport](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/transport.png)
Encouraging low carbon modes of transport to reduce emissions, reducing the need to travel.
![Sustainable materials](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/materials.png)
Using sustainable healthy products, with low embodied energy, sourced locally, made from renewable or waste resources.
![Local and sustainable food](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/food.png)
Choosing low impact, local, seasonal and organic diets and reducing food waste.
![Sustainable water](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/water.png)
Using water more efficiently in buildings and in the products we buy; tackling local flooding and water course pollution.
![Land use and wildlife](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/land_use.png)
Protecting and restoring biodiversity and natural habitats through appropriate land use and integration into the built environment.
![Culture and heritage](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/culture.png)
Reviving local identity and wisdom; supporting and participating in the arts.
![Equity and local economy](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/equity.png)
Creating bioregional economies that support fair employment, inclusive communities and international fair trade.
![Health and happiness](https://www.fermeminnesfarm.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/health_happiness.png)
Encouraging active, sociable, meaningful lives to promote good health and well-being.
Find out more about One Planet Communities at: www.oneplanetcommunities.org