Sustainability is intrinsic to the Metroplex development criteria. We pride ourselves on setting the benchmarks in environmentally responsible development rather than following what is merely the acceptable practice today. In this $1 billion project we will raise the bar higher, in the constant pursuit of cleaner, greener and smarter development.
Innovative water systems, energy efficient buildings and restoration of degraded natural waterways are environmental highlights of Metroplex at Westgate.
The site's environmental significance primarily lies in its two waterways, which, over the years had degraded and been invaded by weed species. Our focus has been on the retention, rehabilitation and enhancement of these waterways, transforming the area into an interactive parkland, dedicated to public access.
The vision for Metroplex at Westgate is to create an intelligent business community, with a triple-bottom-line sustainability agenda including:
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A large-scale water reclamation system that will reduce the water requirement for the development by 70% |
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Local seed harvesting and replanting native trees indigenous to the site |
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Installation of nesting boxes for the benefit
of local wildlife |
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Green design building codes including green roofing |
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Coordinated waste management and recycling policy |
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A robust Architectural & Landscaping Code (ALC) controlling architectural, landscaping designs and maintenance standards |
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Reduction in electrical power usage and costs through bulk power purchase and power sharing |
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Future-proof power supply with infrastructure in place for the installation of photovoltaic cells to feed back into our own power grid |
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Eco-fuelled shuttle bus service, encouragement of car pooling, plus extensive bikeways and walkways linking with wider community networks to reduce car usage |
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'Green leases' to ensure sustainable practices are followed. |
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