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A Sustainable Future

A Sustainable Future. Problem Statement :

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A Sustainable Future

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  1. A Sustainable Future Problem Statement: Natural areas being developed without careful considerations can cause detrimental impacts on the environment. Air, water, and ground pollution has increased greatly over the past decades creating more problems within our society and reduce our resources. Joe Maurer ISE Capstone

  2. ISE Themes • Stormwater Management • ISE Management • Traffic Management • Construction Estimating • Construction Law & Ethics • Finance Management “Development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” -1987 World Commission on the Environment

  3. Research programs and methods, locally and nationally Compare and contrast practices Help others become more sustainable Balance cost with effectiveness Provide options for various levels of action Programs LEED MSBG NextStep The Green Playbook Green Communities Natural Step Network Alliance for Sustainability Overview

  4. Analysis Approach • Questionnaire for local governments on incorporating sustainability needs, demands, and BMP’s. • Analyze current practices with future goals to determine important issues needing attention now. • Pin-pointing ‘weak spots’ in current infrastructure systems to fulfill future goals or requirements. • The use of interoperability to connect and maintain portions of infrastructures for cost-effectiveness. • Incorporating everyday tasks or duties towards sustainable BMP’s. • Become LEED-AP to provide technical expertise.

  5. Deliverables • Comprehensive report • Powerpoint presentation • Provide steps to become more sustainable in business • Provide resources for others to get involved • Provide a how to guide for policies

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