GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE: SMART CONSERVATION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
"Green infrastructure" refers to the network of wildlife habitat, open space, woodlands, parks and other areas of nature that sustains clean water, air and natural resources and enhances quality of life. This paper discusses green infrastructure as a strategic method of conserving land that is significant to smart growth success. The paper expands on the concept of green infrastructure and details seven principles and strategies for achieving it successfully.
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Authors:
- Benedict, M A
- McMahon, E T
- Publication Date: 2001-5
Language
- English
Media Info
- Features: Photos;
- Pagination: 36 p.
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Conservation; Ecology; Ecosystems; Forests; Land use; Natural resources; Open space control; Parks; Quality of life; Smart growth; Strategic planning; Wildlife
- Uncontrolled Terms: Green infrastructure
- Subject Areas: Environment; Highways; Planning and Forecasting; I72: Traffic and Transport Planning;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00943800
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Jun 2 2003 12:00AM