What We've Heard: Resource Conservation And Sustainability

Creating a sustainable plan that focuses on resource conservation was listed as a key priority for the Saltworks site. The local community expressed a variety of thoughts on sustainability, including:

• Create compact development plans to reduce environmental footprint
• Utilize green building tactics that have tangible economic and public health benefits, including:
  • Reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and solid waste
  • Protection of air/water quality
  • Lower utility costs
  • Reduced maintenance expenses
  • Improved indoor environmental quality
  • Reduced health risks, especially in children
• Maximize infill development opportunities
• Preserve and restore natural habitats, watersheds and ecosystems

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