Toolkits and Best Practices

Industrial EcoDistricts Primer

This paper presents the Center for Neighborhood Technology’s research on a range of innovations for Industrial EcoDistricts in the areas of energy, water, transportation, and waste. Our work looks at district-scale interventions through the lenses of: What is it?, Why do it?, and What does it cost? with practical, real world examples and financing strategies to help implementers and decisionmakers create next-generation industrial districts in their communities. The primer also discusses the several essential implementation factors, including site selection, governance, engagement, financing, policy, and documenting benefits.