› Beneficial impact on existing ecosystems: focus on not only conserving existing value, but regenerating ecological quality where possible › Regenerative treatment of local soil and water › › › ECOSYSTEMS & SPECIES High on-site biological diversity Preservation of existing species habitats and migration corridors Consider animal welfare a top priority within all agricultural production systems CULTURE & ECONOMY › The system design should incorporate an intelligent governance model, which insures appropriate management › › The system is financially viable within a short to mid-range time horizon Provides high levels of self sufficiency and fossil fuel independence for residents › Engages the broader community beyond the immediate development site › › It provides opportunities for functions in addition to basic utility provision. These functions could include: education, tourism, social uses, product processing and sales (particularly food products), etc. HEALTH & HAPPINESS › A healthy safe and enjoyable environment to work and live in › No use of toxic chemicals or materials that may pose a threat to human or ecosystem healthy › › Aesthetically pleasing in outside appearance, enriching landscape quality Design for social cohesion and community interation A highly resource efficient and comfortable living environment that achieves all performance objectives without compromising fundamental quality of life Pagina 24
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