Sustainable Growth Practices
Building for Today—Sustaining for Tomorrow
Sustainable Growth Practices
Forward-thinking practices that balance progress with preservation.
Skyway Industrial Park is committed to helping businesses grow responsibly. Our infrastructure, operations, and partnerships are designed around sustainable practices that protect resources while reducing costs over time.
- Renewable Energy Access
- Connection to regional hydro and wind energy providers for clean, reliable power.
- Opportunities for tenants to integrate solar installations and energy-efficient systems.
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- Smart Infrastructure Design
- Roads, utilities, and drainage systems engineered for long-term durability and minimal environmental impact.
- Use of low-impact development techniques to manage runoff and protect local waterways.
- Energy Efficiency Standards
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- Energy Efficiency Standards
- Support for businesses adopting LEED-certified construction or other green building standards.
- Incentives for implementing LED lighting, heat recovery, and waste-heat utilization.
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- Waste Reduction & Resource Management
- Coordination with regional partners for industrial recycling and waste minimization programs.
- Access to shared waste-handling and materials-reuse services that lower disposal costs.
- Environmental Stewardship
- Alignment with Maine’s state sustainability goals and federal environmental best practices.
- Ongoing monitoring of park operations to ensure environmental compliance and responsibility.
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- Sustainable Transportation
- A proactive vision that combines economic expansion with ecological resilience.
- Encouragement of green innovation among tenants to future-proof operations and attract eco-conscious partners.
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