Freiburg Germany - sustainable citiy Flashcards
1
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social
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local people can invest in renewable energy e.g in one area they have invested £5 million in 9 windmills and 8 solar power stations
2
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environmental
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provides energy for 28,000 homes by burning waste
88% of packaging is recycled
3
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traffic since 1982
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vehicles reduced by 10% public transport increased by 9% cycles increased by 12% 400kms of cycle paths 9000 bike parking spaces
4
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economic
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more than 10,000 people employed in 1500 environmental businesses
more than 10,000 people employed in solar technology
5
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sustainable aims
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use as little water as possible by collecting and recycling
aims to be 100% renewable energy by 2050
Natural environment preserved only native trees and shrubs planted
