19 May 2012
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BMP (best management practices) “Given the "built in" water benefits of smart growth at the site, neighborhood and watershed levels, smart growth techniques and policies are emerging as BMPs to manage stormwater runoff over the life of development and redevelopment projects.” (http://www.epa.gov/dced/stormwater.htm) carbon footprint "The total amount of greenhouse gases produced to directly and indirectly support human activities, usually expressed in equivalent tons of carbon dioxide (CO2).” (http://timeforchange.org/what-is-a-carbon-footprint-definition) TRAFFIX "The regional organization that provides and promotes a variety of public commuting alternatives, including ridesharing, van leasing, telecommuting, and guaranteed ride home programs.” (From p. 72 of http://www.vbgov.com/file_source/dept/planning/TechFinal_12_08_09.pdf) |
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