Sustainability

We future-proof our places by costing and designing-in resource efficiency measures that reduce water and energy consumption.

Energy and water saving opportunities are identified at many different scales from the individual dwelling, to the apartment block, all the way up to the precinct or suburb.

We demonstrate reduced carbon and gas emissions, with South Australia committed to a 60 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

We are committed to reducing waste-to-landfill and supporting the South Australian Strategic Plan target to reduce waste to landfill by 35 per cent by 2020.

We address climate change and vulnerability risks by developing built environments that are responsive to climate change.

We do this by supporting walking, non-motorised movement and public transport use.

We provide diversity and quality of open spaces, public realm and streetscapes.

We create connections between people, places and activities.

We strive to create safe, healthy environments that support well-being and community resilience.

We aim to provide diversity and quality of businesses, employment, community facilities and events.

Our developments incorporate affordable housing and living opportunities.

We do this by engaging people in identifying and understanding the significance and meaning of place.

We design local character, art, culture and heritage into placemaking.

Our projects demonstrate environmental, cultural and heritage enhancement.