Land recycling

Land recycling is the process of cleaning up and repurposing contaminated or underused sites, often called brownfields, for new development or community use. This approach revitalizes empty or degraded properties, reducing urban sprawl, preventing pollution, and promoting sustainable growth. It involves assessing contamination, cleaning the land through testing and remediation, and then transforming the site into valuable community assets like parks, housing, or commercial spaces. Land recycling helps make better use of existing infrastructure, preserves natural areas, and supports economic and environmental benefits for communities.