The UK has an opportunity to unlock the huge economic potential of the green transition, supporting good jobs across all regions, spurring investment and building sustainable and resilient growth. The responsible management and stewardship of our environment and resources, including through decarbonisation and greater circularity, underpins the government’s economic ambitions. Natural resources and their processed by-products form the basis of virtually all economic activity, while innovation for sustainability presents a major growth opportunity across sectors. As representatives of professionals and businesses spanning the full breadth of the economy, EPF can offer trusted advice on supporting green growth.
From the EPF letters to Ministers
In November 2025 and following the recent Cabinet reshuffle, the Environmental Policy Forum (EPF) wrote to the recently appointed Secretaries of State for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs; and Housing, Communities and Local Government, Emma Reynolds MP and Steve Reed MP, respectively.
What we’re calling for
Referencing our ten environmental priorities for policymakers (2024) the EPF is calling for a joined-up, evidence-based approach to policymaking – not only increasing the probability of the policy meeting its objectives, but delivering clear socio-economic and health benefits such as jobs creation, increased investment, industrial development, improved air, land and water quality and reduced food waste.
You can view a copy of our open letters via the link below.
More about EPF
The EPF is a coalition of professional bodies and learned societies representing over 160,000 qualified professionals across a variety of different disciplines. SocEnv is secretariat of the EPF and has coordinated the development of this letter, as well as being one of 14 organisations signing up in support.
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Environmental Policy Forum Submissions
EPF response to the Land Use consultation
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