As Australia faces a number of challenges, including water shortages, rising fuel costs, expanding population and insufficient land, resources and services to support it in a sustainable manner, there is a growing need to address these issues, adapt to change and plan for future needs. The creation of sustainable communities is a timely response as they have a high degree of self-sufficiency, financial viability, social amenity and consideration for the environment.
Note Summary
- Introduction
- Context
- Sustainable communities
- Drivers
- Defining 'green'
- Barriers
- Overcoming barriers
- Case studies