Eco-Communities
There is a “green movement” – that probably dates back to the 1960’s ( or much earlier, if we really study history) of groups of like-minded people living together in the same area. One such way is the re-emerging of ‘Eco-Communities” throughout the world.
These communities incorporate, typically, “mixed – use” design, i.e. commercial, + residential, plus many attributes of sustainability- some listed here:
- "Off-grid" capabilities with power from sustainable resources on site - wind, solar p.v., small hydro site orientation to maximize passive solar/direct gain techniques
- Geo-thermal heating/cooling
- Rain water harvesting/cisterns
- Bike paths
- Limited access to automobiles
- Nature trails
- Community gardens
- Community gathering places
- Small commercial center ”watering hole” ( coffee shop)
- Meeting rooms
- Single family, condos, townhomes, apartments
- Water resources (lakes, streams)
- Visitor center