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How is the east village sustainable?
Green spaces
some green spaces that have been include in the east village are:
a wetland area that recyles rainwater
a large green park containg a ildrens play area
green roofs
each apartment block having a shared, priovate green space
fruit trees in an orchard in the children's play area
public services
A large health centre has been constructed along with a school for 2000 3 to 18-year-olds. These services are essential to support the local community.
Transport
The East Village has an integrated transport solution. Local trains and bus services connect to the London Underground. Stratford International station provides access to Central London and Europe
shops and services
There are 35 independent shops, cafes and bars serving the local community. This keeps money in the local area as they are less likely to travel to shop.
affordable housing
Half of the homes are available to ordinary people in East London. They are affordable as they are available to rent at lower rates.
water use
Water use in East Village is 50 per cent less than typical in urban areas. this is achieved by recycling water naturally and using reed beds in wetland areas.
The athlete's village has been transformed into modern, high-density apartments. These have been constructed to a high standard of energy efficiency and insulation. Apartments lose less heat than low-rise housing.
waste
recycling is taken to a sorting facility at jenkins lane reuse and recycling centre, where materials are separated. the sorted material are made ito bales and sent of to be recycled into new projects
99% of parkland waste is recycled instead of being sent to landfill
Roofing
green roofs-green roofs have been included on residential blocks, providing habitats for wildlife as well as slowing the flow of surface run-off from rain.
Apartments