Sustainable Site Planning
Sustainable site planning focuses on selecting and evaluating construction sites to minimize environmental impact and improve building performance. Key considerations include environmental sensitivity, location efficiency, and incorporating green spaces for biodiversity. Effective stormwater management strategies are essential for maintaining ecosystem health and regulatory compliance.
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What we have learnt
- Thoughtful site selection avoids environmental harm, enhances connectivity, and lays the groundwork for green infrastructure.
- Green space planning and landscaping using native species help conserve resources, create healthy environments, and support urban biodiversity.
- Sustainable stormwater management practices protect water quality, reduce flood risk, and contribute to overall site resilience.
Key Concepts
- -- Site Selection
- The process of choosing a site for construction based on environmental sensitivity, accessibility, and compliance with regulations.
- -- Green Infrastructure
- Natural and semi-natural systems that provide environmental benefits, such as stormwater management and biodiversity.
- -- Low Impact Development (LID)
- Approaches to managing stormwater runoff that minimize impervious surfaces and incorporate natural processes.
- -- Xeriscaping
- Landscaping that reduces or eliminates the need for supplemental water from irrigation.
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