Site Development/Implementation
Site Development ranging from brown fields redevelopment, site remediation, site restoration, to minimal hardscape and landscape design, is the foundation of Sustainable development.
Sustainable design, sustainable construction, and sustainable operation....these all refer to undertaking activities in a manner that achieves optimum resource efficiency with minimal adverse impacts to the environment, through all phases of a project's life cycle. Sustainable development in the built environment includes six fundamental principles:
- Optimize site potential;
- Minimize energy consumption;
- Protect and conserve water;
- Use environmentally preferable products;
- Enhance Indoor Environmental Quality(IEQ);
- Optimize operational and maintenance practices.
Benefits of sustainable development
Resurgence Incorporated supports Sustainable Development. Sustainable development allows for economic well-being, environmental protection, and overall quality of life for people today without compromising the ability of future generations to meet these needs. Everyone benefits from an environmentally sensitive approach to growth and development. The following summary lists some of the benefits different constituencies gain from sustainable development:
- More affordable and energy-efficient housing
- Reduced utility costs
- Cleaner water and air
- Reduced commuting time
- Improved quality of life
- Increased durability of housing
- Improved health
- More secure home investments
- Lower infrastructure operating and replacement costs
- More tax resources available for improved schools and public facilities
Citizens/Taxpayers
- Competitive advantages from building green
- Improved image and public goodwill
- Reduced land and infrastructure costs
- Fewer consumer complaints
- Fewer regulatory hassles
- Healthier construction conditions
