Sustainable Site Selection and Management

This module introduces the principles of sustainability, emphasizing the need for responsible site development. It explores concepts like the Triple Bottom Line (economic, social, environmental) and the importance of reclaiming and reusing brownfield sites to support urban regeneration and ecological balance.

This section outlines the regulatory landscape for sustainable site development, including EU Taxonomy, green building certifications (LEED), and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 15. It also examines funding mechanisms such as the EU’s LIFE program, Cohesion Fund, and Horizon 2020.

A deep dive into the financial and legal complexities of site redevelopment, covering environmental liability, cost estimation, and remediation challenges. Strategies for tax incentives, subsidies, and fast-track permitting are explored to accelerate sustainable site transformation.

This chapter focuses on practical approaches to site management, including stormwater runoff control, erosion protection, urban heat island reduction, waste management, and sustainable transportation solutions to minimize environmental impact.

Examines different remediation techniques such as excavation, extraction, capping, and permeable reactive barriers. It provides a framework for risk assessment and mitigation while showcasing successful case studies in brownfield redevelopment.

Highlights the importance of clear, transparent communication with stakeholders, including government agencies, communities, and private sector partners. It introduces public-private-people (4P) partnerships to ensure inclusive and effective redevelopment.

Summary of key lessons on site selection and sustainable development. The chapter reinforces the benefits of brownfield redevelopment, including economic revitalization, job creation, increased property values, and improved environmental conditions.