The Board will seek to contribute to reduced use of non-renewable energy by; increasing the number of organisations and communities made aware of energy efficiency and using energy efficient sources; promoting the extent of organisations already adopting recognised environmental management standards; and encouraging greater participation in these schemes.

Part of this will involve work with the University and others to showcase innovation in environmental technologies and exemplary initiatives in the community. It will also involve development of a recognised business cluster based on established business strength in environmental technologies. It would hope to build on the relationship with the National Forest Company in eveloping the environmental economy.

The Board will also play a part in promoting more effectively ocal initiatives to reduce adverse environmental impacts and to guide individuals, businesses and other organisations to sources of advice on practical approaches to minimising the climate change effect.