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AWT Sustainability
AWT works with a collaborative of professionals with a strong
vision for sustainability by providing a suite of capabilities
that address multiple facets of land development, land use
planning, environmental sustainability, natural resources
and renewable energy. For over 20 years, AWT has been assisting
developers, general contractors, builders, realtors and property
owners with projects associated with sustainability.
AWT Innovation & Water Management
One of AWT's main visions includes the innovation and preservation
of water. AWT works individually with each client to determine
goals and constraints. From there, AWT integrates innovation
into each design that not only accomplishes the clients vision,
but also preserves the environment and natural resources.
AWT's services include:
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Stormwater Management
AWT has completed a significant amount of stormwater management
projects. A belief that is strong by the professionals on staff
includes the treatment of stormwater onsite, as opposed to offsite.
Providing this service can assist in maintaining water quality
and supply, eliminate actual pollution sources and also minimize
other potential pollution sources.
Water Reuse
Water recycling is reusing treated wastewater for beneficial
purposes such as agricultural and landscape irrigation, industrial
processes, and toilet flushing. Recycled water is most commonly
used for nonpotable (not for drinking) purposes, such as agriculture,
landscape, public parks, and golf course irrigation. Other
benefits include decreasing wastewater discharges and reducing
and preventing pollution. Recycled water can also be used
to create or enhance wetlands and riparian habitats.
Gray Water Management
Gray water is properly treated water used in the home/office,
except water from the toilets. This water may be used for
other purposes, such as landscape irrigation. There are many
beneficial factors that include: lowering the amount of fresh
water used, less strain on a failing septic system or treatment
facility, requires less energy and is a great way of reclamation
of otherwise wasted nutrients that work well for plant growth.
Redevelopment
Another passion of AWT's includes redevelopment, which can
include Low Impact Development, Alternative BMPs for Stormwater
Management, Green Roofs, etc.
Historic
West Village
AWT demonstrated innovation in the design
and implementation of sustainable stormwater management and
water conservation for the historic West Village Expansion
project in downtown Durham. The 9.4 acre mixed-use project
exemplifies the opportunities in urban redevelopment to apply
effective sustainable solutions to environmental needs. AWT
provided the engineering and stormwater design services, which
included the use of integrated BMPs for treating and recycling
the stormwater. The system was also designed to provide a
40% reduction of nitrogen levels from predevelopment-to-postdevelopment
and to treat up to a 1" storm, with all piping designed
to handle the 10-year, 24-hour storm event. The finished product
exemplifies how innovative BMPs can be integrated into the
overall landscape plan.
Awarded the Gold Star Award by the Durham Soil and Water
Conservation District in recognition of outstanding achievement
in preserving Durham County's natural resources.
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