What are the plans for sustainability at Storrs Center?
From the very beginning, the planning of Storrs Center has been based on principles of environmental stewardship and a long term approach to sustainable development. Working with the Partnership’s Planning and Design Committee, LeylandAlliance has established guidelines for sustainability in the planning and construction of the project. The implementation of the guidelines will also be monitored by the Committee. The sustainability guidelines were approved by the Partnership Board of Directors at its August 2008 Board meeting. The sustainability guidelines are based on the principles of responsible growth and sustainable development practices, including preservation of open space and critical ecosystems. With respect to the larger issues of master planning and land use, goals include conservation and land use efficiency, creating a compact, livable, and connected community, and constructing a sustainable public realm that will provide a lasting sense of place and civic identity. Partic
