Sustainability means making choices that conserve Earth’s resources for future generations.
The park district’s mission statement highlights sustainable management of natural resources, embracing practices that protect native biodiversity and provide healthy ecosystems for visitors to explore and enjoy.
A visit to Liberty Park reveals examples of sustainable solutions. Rain gardens and bioswales (depressions with native vegetation) manage and filter storm water. A geothermal system using Earth’s constant underground temperature reduces our carbon footprint for heating and cooling. Bins in the parking lot provide community access to composting and electronics recycling.
Small personal choices make a big difference, too!
- Save money and conserve energy by unplugging electronic devices when not in use.
- Choose healthy reusable items like stainless steel straws, cloth napkins and glass storage containers.
- Select refurbished electronics when possible and properly recycle unusable electronic items.
Learn more by visiting our nature and visitors centers or through naturalist-led sustainable living programs!
For more stories like this, check out Green Islands magazine, a bi-monthly publication from Summit Metro Parks. Summit County residents can sign up to receive the publication at home free of charge.