Designed with sustainability in mind Green Haven Estates is one of the first Built Green™ communities in the M.D. of Foothills. Promoting and recognizing the use of products and practices that represent environmentally friendly and resource efficient construction. Additional environmental initiatives include an on-site water treatment facility, multiple wet ponds and preservation of natural ravines. As well, the community design takes advantage of the true lay of the land by offering lots that back onto community ponds, open spaces, ravines, and the escarpment offering homeowners incredible views.
Water Treatment
To minimize the development's impact on existing community water systems, Green Haven Development Corp. has built an on site water treatment system to treat the residential water supply sourced from 2 wells. The system has been designed according to the Municipal District's specifications and ownership will be transferred to the Green Haven Estates home owners association.Water Samples are tested weekly as required under the Alberta Environment Licence. The water treatment plant is monitored 7 days per week by a water operator and 24 hours per day 7 days a week by remote computer interface.
Dark Skies Initiative
The Dark Sky Initiative is an effort made by government and non-government organizations to put into place guidelines, policies, and educative materials that will minimize light pollution. Light pollution disrupts global wildlife, and ecological balance, has been linked to negative consequences in human health, affects astronomers and scientists.Pursuant to the MD of Foothills' by-law which seeks to minimize light pollution, Green Haven Estates is utilizing outdoor design features to meet and exceed the expectations of the by-law.