Exploring the Link Between Historic Preservation and Sustainability

摘要

Preservationists instinctively get it-older and historic buildings, historic neighborhoods, and downtown Main Streets are, by definition, sustainable. But there are lots of definitions of sustainability out there, and preservation's role is not always clearly understood or articulated. Yet, when the various building blocks of sustainable communities are broken down and examined in detail, it becomes clear that preservation of existing buildings plays a crucial role in creating sustainable communities.