Medeco-leopold

ne Planet Living in Mata de Sesimbra, Portugal A Pioneer project

Gaël Léopold Manager, Corporate Partnerships, WWF International Coordinator, OPL Francophone Europe

The OPL flagship communities network UK •BedZED •Brighton •Gallions •London Project

USA • Washington DC • New Orleans •California

Portugal • Mata de Sesimbra

South Africa • Johannesburg • Cape Town • Durban

China •Guangzhou •Shanghai

Abu Dhabi • Masdar

The actors Roles and responsibilities of the partners - Pelicano SA : developer and estate manager

- BioRegional Development Group provides technical expertise for SAP development and follow-up

- WWF : technical expertise for the conservation area, communications lobbying communications,

Portuguese ecological footprint

Greece = 5 gHa Portugal = 4.2 gHa

The OPL approach

PRINCIPLE

CHALLENGE

ONE PLANET LIVING STRATEGY

Zero Carbon

Reduce carbon dioxide emissions from buildings to zero

Implement energy efficiency in buildings and infrastructure; supply energy from renewable sources

Minimise waste generation and reduce flows of waste to landfill to zero

Reduce waste through design; encourage re-use; recycling and composting; generate energy from waste cleanly; eliminate the concept of waste as part of a resource-efficient society

Sustainable Transport

Minimise carbon dioxide emissions from transport

Provide transport systems and masterplanning which reduce dependence on fossil fuel use, e.g., by cars and airplanes.

Local and Sustainable Materials

Minimise negative environmental impact of materials used in construction and products

Optimise use of local, reclaimed and recycled materials; utilise low and zero toxicity materials and local sourcing

Local and Sustainable Food

Minimise environmental degradation and greenhouse gas emissions due to food production, processing, packaging and transport

Demonstrate and promote local and low input food production that has positive environmental benefits

Sustainable Water

Minimise negative environmental impact of water use and management

Implement water efficiency, re-use and recycling; minimise water extraction and pollution; foster sustainable water management in the landscape; restore natural water cycles

Natural Habitats and Wildlife

Prevent biodiversity loss and regenerate degraded environments

Protect or regenerate existing natural environments and the habitats they provide to fauna and flora; create new habitats

Culture and Heritage

Retain and build on local cultural heritage and diversity

Protect or revive cultural heritage and the sense of local and regional identity, foster a new culture of sustainability

Equity and Fair Trade

Ensure that impacts on other communities are positive

Prioritise equity and fair trade within the OPL Community to ensure it has a beneficial impact on other communities both locally and globally globally, notably disadvantaged communities

Increase health and well-being

Promote healthy lifestyles and genuine physical, mental and spiritual well being via tailored community design and community engagement measures, as well as by delivering sound social and environmental outcomes.

Zero Waste

Health and Happiness

Sustainability Action Plan

Strategies for: - Energy supply - Energy efficiency

Sustainability Action Plan Objectives : - waste reduction, reycling, reusing,

Sustainability Action Plan Objectives : - reduction of water consumption, high recycling, on site water treatment

The context Political and social • sustainability - not a priority • high pressure for new developments • illegal quarrying • drought d ht and d fi fires • dumping and pollution Natural context • ecological value close to 0, degraded habitats (invasive species), p ) few p permanent watersheds, extractive industries But… A very strong will and commitment from our partners to do something positive for the planet…

Mata de Sesimbra - Location

Mata de Sesimbra

Mata de Sesimbra - Location

Mata de Sesimbra

Mata de Sesimbra - Location

The urban project General information - € 1.1 billion - whole project = 5000 ha - urbanized area = 700 ha only in one single spot - 20 to 25.000 inhabitants (tourists + residents) - massive conservation plan - high environmental performances - 11.000 11 000 jjobs b created t d - influencing the whole region/nation

The urban project

Expected performances • 40% less electricity • -95% energy for heating • -60% 60% water t h heating ti • CO2 neutrality

The urban project

Expected performances • -40% building g waste • -50% CO2 in construction • 50% recycled materials • LCA for each material

The urban project

Expected performances • -25% water consumption • 95% of water reused in landscape • 50% goods within 50 km

Local benefits

The urban project

€100 million investment in sustainable public transport infrastructure

The conservation project The conservation plan • 120 millions illi over 40 years • Year 6 = 20%, Year 10 = 50% and Y Year 20 = 85% re-naturalised t li d • plantation of suitable trees/removal of invading trees • restoration of natural habitats for rabbits eagle rabbits, eagle, etc etc. • creation of green corridors • Creation of permanent watersheds, riparian forests

Meros Apiaster

Some lessons learnt

• NGOs and private companies can benefit from each others’ support

• If well planned, urbanization can help restore biodiversity

• Needs strong political commitment + resources + to find the right partners

Masdar – UAE • • • • • • •

World’s greenest city Car free all waste production to be recycled consumption of desalinated water reduced by 80% zero carbon emissions cutting water usage by over 50% Global hub of renewable R+D

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