A concept well worth sustaining
Published by master at January 24th, 2010Speaking of sustainability, National Lifestyle Villages works closely with the Environmental Technology Centre at Murdoch University to ensure our villages are at the forefront of environmentally sustainable development. Each village is designed for long-term social, environmental and financial sustainability. Not satisfied with just meeting the ‘triple bottom line’, NLV also practises sustainable governance whereby our internal policies ensure we are meeting sustainability targets for both Lifestylers and the NLV team. In 2006 NLV was named “Overall Winner” at the Western Australian Environment Awards and in 2005 NLV won the City of Wanneroo Environmental Excellence Awards and was the recipient of research grants from the Premier of Western Australia’s Water Foundation. To promote sustainability we’re continually striving to reduce energy use that contributes to climate change.
Multiple recycling bin systems, Reuse Rooms, Asset Recovery Centres and solar hot water systems are all being added to the sustainability measures already in use. We’re serious about helping to ensure our children and grandchildren will continue to experience the enviable lifestyle we enjoy.Village landscaping is designed to create environmentally friendly and sustainable gardens that showcase the colour, variety and attractiveness of Australian and other exotic plants, while taking advantage of their low water and nutrient needs. During the building phase of each village, NLV retains as many existing trees on the site as possible. Over time, National Lifestyle Villages become safe, green environments that are home to a wide variety of bird species. All gardens have centrally controlled subsurface reticulation — the most waterwise irrigation system currently available. NLV’s dedicated landscaping team are available to help Lifestylers maintain their compact, easy-care gardens. Each Lifestyler has input into their garden design and is invited to attend gardening workshops where the landscaping team provides information on how to maintain a healthy garden without harming the environment.
