Environmental Sustainability
Paying respects to the surrounding Lakes and open wetlands, we have an opportunity and a responsibility to make a step change improvement for sustainable development in Perth. The outcome will be a community that uses less while generating energy from renewable sources and is committed to a more sustainable future.
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Sustainability Initiatives include:
- Average 8-star NatHERS rating
- North facing outdoor living areas and major openings for passive heating in winter months
- Framed lightweight construction
- Upgraded glass
- Solar panels
- Smart lighting
- Smart metering
- Water efficient appliances and equipment
- Electric vehicle compatible homes
- Work from home spaces
- Diversion of waste from landfill through a 3-bin waste management system
- Outdoor gathering spaces to promote community interaction
- Waterwise landscaping including edible species, predominantly native species, with some deciduous trees to maintain sun in winter
Community Initiatives
Through a platform of activities, support, information, design, and construction, residents of Peet Glendalough will establish a strong community connection. Proposed initiatives include:
- Resident welcome events, welcome pack, and neighbourhood guide
- Programs to support communication, connection, and assistance to foster an engaged strata committee
- Pergola, long table, and seating options in various areas including a breakout zone for work from home
- Resident’s orchid and herb garden
- Bike hub
- Little community library
- BBQ area with festoon lighting
- Community spaces supported with GPOs/USB power, water and lighting
- Water fountains with doggy drinking bowls
- Mural artwork celebrating the history and themes of the area
- Community notice board
- A resident’s pathway to Glendalough Open Space with lighting, artwork, doggy drink bowl and water fountain.
- Waterwise landscaping including edible species, predominantly native species, with some deciduous trees to maintain sun in winter
The initiatives will:
- Build a sense of community between residents
- Connect residents to the broader Glendalough neighbourhood
- Strengthen the connection to the natural environment
Read about the surrounding Location and beautiful natural environment at Glendalough.