Green Town USA The Handbook for America's Sustainable Future |
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| Author:
| Fox, Thomas J. |
| Introduction by:
| Wallach, Daniel |
| Foreword by:
| Wilson, Alex |
| Contribution by:
| Flach, Andrew |
| ISBN: | 978-1-57826-312-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2013 |
| Publisher: | Hatherleigh Company, Limited, The
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| Imprint: | Hatherleigh Press |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $15.00 |
Book Description:
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The authorised account of the birth of the US's first sustainable community. Devastated by a level five tornado in 2007, the town of Greensburg lost 95% of its infastructure. But the residents came together in defiance to build the first 'green town'. The town is sustainable in every way, from housing to construction, community and open spaces. The lessons derived provide a road map for the rebuilding of all small towns, also promoting the provision of new jobs, financial savings,...
More DescriptionThe authorised account of the birth of the US's first sustainable community. Devastated by a level five tornado in 2007, the town of Greensburg lost 95% of its infastructure. But the residents came together in defiance to build the first 'green town'. The town is sustainable in every way, from housing to construction, community and open spaces. The lessons derived provide a road map for the rebuilding of all small towns, also promoting the provision of new jobs, financial savings, earth-awareness and a better quality of life for residents.