AECOM Maximizes “Green Gold” for Job Creation in South Africa
3BL Media
2014-12-01
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AECOM's work developing a sustainable waste drop-off center in South Africa incorporates a systems-based approach, including water and energy conservation, education and job creation.
As the first of its kind in South Africa, the Strumosa Urban Agriculture and Waste Drop-off Centre in Rustenberg Local Municipality maximizes resources such as “green gold” (waste) and water through reuse, recirculation, biofiltration, hydroponics, composting and green waste diversion. AECOM’s project team developed a systems-based approach, which includes growing freshwater crayfish, cultivating vegetables and cut flowers in water rather than soil, selling compost made on site, and developing innovative projects such as vertical gardens. The entire operation runs on solar power and includes two living walls and artificial shade sails — eliminating the need for an active ventilation system.
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As the first of its kind in South Africa, the Strumosa Urban Agriculture and Waste Drop-off Centre in Rustenberg Local Municipality maximizes resources such as “green gold” (waste) and water through reuse, recirculation, biofiltration, hydroponics, composting and green waste diversion. AECOM’s project team developed a systems-based approach, which includes growing freshwater crayfish, cultivating vegetables and cut flowers in water rather than soil, selling compost made on site, and developing innovative projects such as vertical gardens. The entire operation runs on solar power and includes two living walls and artificial shade sails — eliminating the need for an active ventilation system.
Read More: http://3blmedia.com/News/AECOM-Maximizes-Green-Gold-Job-Creation-South-Africa
© 2014 | 3BL Media/AECOM | All Rights Reserved
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