sustainable site design: linking landscapes and communities

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USDA Assistant Secretary Boyd Rutherford
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sustainable site design linking landscapes and
communities
What makes a landscape sustainable?A sustainable
site links natural and built systems to achieve
balanced environmental, social and economic
outcomes and improves quality of life and the
long-term health of communities and the
environment. Sustainable landscapes balance the
needs of people and the environment and benefit
both.
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Goals for sustainable landscapes
Elevate the value of landscapes by outlining the
economic, environmental  and human well-being
benefits of sustainable sites (ecosystem
services) Connect buildings and landscapes to
contribute to environmental and community health 
Link research and practice associated with the
most sustainable materials and techniques for
site development construction and maintenance
Provide recognition for high performance in
sustainable site design, development and
maintenance  Encourage innovation
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What opportunities are we missing?
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Expanded parking lots island with trees that
share rooting space
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Sustainable landscape cornerstones
hydrology soils vegetation materials human well
being