The document discusses several projects focused on sustainability and regenerative design. It describes the Living Building Challenge which aims for buildings to harvest their own energy/water, be adapted to the site/climate, and promote health. It then summarizes projects in Rhinebeck NY, Greensburg KS, Montreal, and Chatham PA that implemented sustainable design. It lists climate positive development projects around the world and discusses the Oberlin Green Arts District in Ohio which uses art, science, and nature to promote sustainability through new ways of thinking and teaching.
15. Omega Center for Sustainable Living Rhinebeck, NY
16. City of Greensburg Kansas City of Greensburg Kansas Growth A community that opens its doors to new residents and visitors without affecting the values and lifestyles of its current residents. Renewal A community that makes proactive decisions that use this opportunity to reverse the decline of the community and build a progressive city with a strong future. Water Treat each drop of water as a precious resource. Health Improve quality of life by promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Energy Promote a high level of efficiency in new construction and look to renewable options for generation. Wind Greensburg’s vast wind resources are part of an emerging economy and should be harvested. Built Environment Build a town that encourages interaction between residents, welcomes guests and serves as a model community. New development should be durable, healthy and efficient. City projects will lead the way by becoming examples of green practices that are built to last. Community A progressive community that offers urban services within the unassuming feel of a rural, Midwestern community. Family A community that provides opportunities for its young people in the way of jobs, education and recreation as reasons to stay in Greensburg. Prosperity A community where entrepreneurial spirit, customer service, and a sustainable economy permeate the business sector and where residents, travelers, and tourists enjoy a full line of locally owned businesses that provide jobs and services to an exceptional example of small town America. Environment A community that recognizes the importance of the natural environment and balances the need for growth and economic development with the maintenance and improvement of the environment. Affordability An up-to-date, affordable rural community where housing plans and strategies incorporate energy-efficient design and materials and serve as a regional and national model for integrating residents of all ages and needs with services of all kinds.
37. Climate Positive Partners Participating Projects Destiny FloridaDestiny, Florida, USA Dockside GreenVictoria, British Columbia, Canada Godrej Garden CityAhmedabad, Gujarat, India Elephant & CastleLondon Borough of Southwark, UK Albert BasinEast London, UK Magok Urban Development ProjectMagok-dong Gayang-dong, Seoul, South Korea Mahindra World City JaipurJaipur, Rajasthan, India Menlyn MainePretoria, South Africa VicUrban @ OfficerMelbourne, Victoria, Australia Panama PacificoLondon & Regional Panama NZonk'izizwe Town CenterJohannesburg, South Africa Victoria Harbour, Docklands, MelbourneVictoria Harbour, Docklands, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Toronto Waterfront- Lower Don LandsToronto, Ontario, Canada Treasure Island Redevelopment ProjectSan Francisco, California, USA Stockholm Royal SeaportStockholm, Sweden PedraBranca Sustainable UrbanismPalhoça, Greater Florianópolis, Santa Catarina State, Brazil Oberlin Green Arts District Oberlin, Ohio Barangaroo Sydney, Australia
39. Dockside Green Stockholm Royal Seaport Elephant & Castle Toronto Waterfront Lower Don Lands Albert Basin Magok Urban Development Project Treasure Island Redevelopment Project Oberlin Green Arts District Mahindra World City Jaipur Destiny Florida Godrej Garden City Panama Pacifo Victoria Harbour Docklands, Melbourne PedraBranca Sustainable Urbanism Menlyn Maine Zonk’izizwe Town Center Vicurban@Officer Barangaroo
40. Oberlin Green Arts District Oberlin, Kansas Oberlin Green Arts District Oberlin, OH How can the Green Arts District become the seed at transforms Oberlin into the greenest region in the country?
41. Five Principles Post-Carbon Economy Embracing the challenges and great possibilities of the next century, we acknowledge the monumental task of transforming our local and global economy. The Green Arts District will provide an example of how, by living smartly, it is possible to improve the quality of our lives and heal our planet. Community As a town and college we embrace the great opportunity and responsibility to renew our communal aspirations and strengthen our joint commitment to local and global communities. Learning Through transformative interactions among the arts, sciences, and the natural world we will initiate new ways of thinking, teaching, and learning. Sustainability Leading through study and practice, we will embody sustainability through our actions, creating models that exhibit integrated solutions, amplifying environmental health, prosperity, and humanity. Exploration Creativity, experimentation, and collaboration are ingredients for innovation and understanding. The Greens Arts District will demand exploration and reveal the human spirit.
42. A Tappan Square B Allen Memorial Art Museum CVenturi Art Building Renovation and Expansion D Workshop E Hall Auditorium F Student Housing G The Center H Green Theater I Curricular Arts Building J Eco-machine K Forum L Lecture Hall M Restaurant N Oberlin Inn O Downtown P Black Box New Construction Renovation Existing
58. Green Collar Jobs Workforce Development Horticultural Infrastructure Wetland Regeneration Stormwater Innovation
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