Sustainable Urban Living - EAST VILLAGE

• how does east village conserve water

  • east village uses 50% less water than other urban areas
  • they recycle water naturally - using reed beds in wetland areas
  • the water can then be used to irrigate plants and flush toilets
• how does east village conserve energy

  • uses 30% less energy than average urban area
  • Uses combined heat and power (CHP)
  • Generate heat and electricity from burning biomass. Water is heated to create steam which drives a turbine and generates electricity
  • The hot water produced is pumbed around to the buildings to heat them
• how does the east village recycle waste?

  • 99% of waste is recycled rather than sent to landfill
  • households are heavily encouraged to recycle
• how is green space created in the east village

  • wetland area that recycles water
  • large green park
  • green roofs
  • each apartment has a private green space
  • fruit trees
• what are some other sustainable features of the eat village ;)

  • Green roofs - provide habitat for wildlife
  • Modern high density apartments - energy efficient
  • Local shops to serve local community - boosts local econ