Seventy-one percent (512 acres) of the parkland managed by the Parks and Recreation Department is devoted to resource protection and passive recreation, and parcels are connected wherever possible to create natural corridors that are ecologically beneficial. The Building and Planning Department prioritizes connectivity, walkability, multimodal transportation, stormwater management, and land conservation with their plans and zoning. The Public Works Department continuously evaluates the feasibility of low-emission vehicles and maintenance equipment and uses them whenever possible. In 2011, an energy audit of Township facilities led to several energy efficiency initiatives, including adopting a Green Building Resolution for Township facilities, adding a green roof to Ludington Library and geothermal HVAC for the Bala Cynwyd Library, and replacing all the Township street lights with energy-saving LED lights. In more recent years, great strides have been made by Township Commissioners, staff, and advisory committees to minimize the Township’s impacts on resource consumption, waste, and greenhouse gas emissions, and to help residents connect with the natural environment. Under "Calendar" click "Cmte - Sustainability" and under "News" click "Sustainabilityįor decades, Lower Merion Township government has been committed to preserving the beauty and character of Lower Merion's natural resources. Main Phone Number: 61 Email Subscribe: Get Township sustainability information and updates
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