Cities becoming more sustainable Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Whitehill Bordon?
A
The UK.
2
Q
What happened in 2009?
A
It was declared an Eco-town, so it recieves funding to provide affordable housing, sustainable living, carbon neutral developments, creative use of waste, increase rates of recycling, local employment, local development, and more local services.
3
Q
How much has been invested in the city?
A
£10 million
4
Q
What is happening to MOD land?
A
It is being redeveloped to an exhibition of low carbon living.
5
Q
What energy saving measures have been deployed?
A
Biomass heaters in the fire station.
6
Q
How many green spaces have been built?
A
50
7
Q
How many jobs will be created?
A
5,500 by 2028
8
Q
What else has been done?
A
Free Wi-Fi in the town centre and free loft insulation.
