What four main things does a sustainable community include?
Water conservation schemes: collecting rainwater to use on gardens, installing toilets that use less water to flush
Energy conservation schemes: promoting renewable energy resources, ensuring new homes meet the minimum energy efficiency requirements
Creating green space: provides cooler areas where people can relax in hot weather, encourage people to exercise more and ride bikes which makes people healthier and less stressed
Waste recycling: collection of household recycling boxes, recycling facilities for larger items