Greensburg, Kansas: Building a Model Green Community, How Would You Rebuild a Town-Green. (Brochure)

摘要

On May 4th, 2007, an EF-5 tornado tore through Greensburg, Kansas, destroying or damaging 95% of the towns homes and businesses. With the help of many partners, including the U.S. Department of Energy and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Greensburg is rebuilding as a model green community for rural America. Before the tornado, Greensburg was a typical Midwestern farming town of about 1,400 people. After the tornado, Greensburg recognized the opportunity to remake their devastated town in ways that could attract new residents of all ages. Because Greensburg is a small town with limited financial resources, they wanted this new green community to be affordable. What they lack in financial resources, Greensburg residents more than make up for in resourcefulness and ingenuity. The town has gathered a diverse group of experts and enthusiasts to help make their vision of a green community a reality.