Brownfields
Definition
Brownfields are abandoned or underused industrial and commercial facilities where redevelopment is complicated by environmental contamination.
Related terms
Superfund Sites: These are polluted locations requiring long-term response to clean up hazardous material contaminations.
Remediation: This is the action of reversing or stopping environmental damage.
Urban Renewal: This is a program aimed at revitalizing urban areas by clearing away dilapidated buildings and encouraging new development.
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Study guides (1)
AP Human Geography - 6.11 Challenges of Urban Sustainability
Practice Questions (2)
Which of the following is NOT an advantage or a challenge associated with the cleanup and redevelopment of brownfields?
What are the potential benefits of redeveloping brownfields?
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