The Cabinet of Derbyshire Council approved the Environmental Sustainability Strategy (2026-2030) on 30/07/2026. The strategy sets out the council's approach to environmental sustainability, including themes on caring for the natural environment, energy efficiency, clean energy, air quality, waste reduction, preparing for extreme weather, sustainable travel, and connecting people with nature. The approved strategy includes plans for departmental biodiversity action plans, updating the tree and woodland strategy, and implementing LED lighting replacements.