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Specifications
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Specifications

Gymnasium

  • Converts mechanical and kinetic energy into electrical energy using dynamos and machines optimised for energy production
  • Also uses Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) for free weights
  • Users are incentivised based on highest energy production per week (rewards etc)
  • Yoga, pilates, dance, free weights
  • Courts for sports such as basketball, volleyball etc

Roads

  • Solar sidewalk pavers (durable enough to sustain foot traffic)
  • Solar canopies
  • Trees for shade and cooling the outdoor areas
  • Bike lanes and racks
  • Located near train and bus stations

Buildings

  • Buildings designed to maximise natural lighting while minimising harsh sunlight
  • Solar windows
  • Airtight building design to prevent air leakage
  • Glazed windows
  • Adaptive AC
  • Energy efficient lighting, heating and cooling
  • Buildings made of fibreglass and spray foam for minimising heat transfer, cellulose (made of recycled paper), recycled steel and wood.
  • Phase change materials for limiting heat transfer, and low VOC paints and finishes to limit harmful chemicals.
  • Green roofing (planting vegetation for additional insulation) and solar roofs
  • All materials locally/regionally sourced
  • Smart grid system

Food, drink, waste etc

  • All food (including restaurants, cafes etc) sourced directly from local farmers
  • Farmers market available
  • Reusable popcorn containers, drink cups etc
  • Recycling and composting
  • Recycling bins across the park
  • Community based events
  • Indoor spaces equipped with air filtration

Gaming centres

  • VR gaming and consoles in gaming centres

Restaurants & Bars

  • Open space for food carnivals and other events