Ecological cities enable their residents to live a good quality of life while using minimal natural resources. They do so by:
using local materials, and local energy, air and water flows (sunlight, wind and rain) to best advantage.
incorporating natural ecosystems into urban areas, to host local wildlife, and to enhance the experience of urban public spaces.
using vegetation to control urban microclimates – to stabilise temperature and humidity.
enhancing the life of the community and relationships between people, by creating convivial social environments.
supporting an innovative culture which enables people to flourish and develop their creative potential, and use new technologies to improve liveability
