When most people think of the Rioja region of Spain, they think of wine; the £388 million Logroño Montecorvo Eco City aims to add the word 'sustainable' to that connotation. The 56-hectare site (about 138 acres) will contain 3,000 carbon-neutral houses, retail outlets, sports facilities, garden landscapes, and a museum. All buildings will follow the natural curves of the surrounding hills so as to minimize building materials needed. And a greywater circuit and water purification measures will help recycle the Logroño Montecorvo's water, according to the design team of MVRDV and GRAS.
The crown jewel of Spain's eco-friendly Logroño Montecorvo, however, is the giant park that will be dotted with wind turbines and photovoltaic cells. These eco-friendly energy features should fulfill all of the Logroño Montecorvo's energy requirements.
Wine Country Ecotopias
Logrono Montecorvo, Spain
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Housing - The Logroño Montecorvo Eco City aims to create 3,000 carbon-neutral houses, presenting an opportunity for the development of sustainable housing solutions.
2. Renewable Energy - The inclusion of wind turbines and photovoltaic cells in the giant park of Logroño Montecorvo presents an opportunity for the growth of renewable energy technologies.
3. Water Recycling - The water purification measures and greywater circuit in Logroño Montecorvo's design offer an opportunity for innovative water recycling systems.
Industry Implications
1. Real Estate - The development of 3,000 carbon-neutral houses in Logroño Montecorvo creates opportunities for the real estate industry to capitalize on the demand for sustainable housing.
2. Renewable Energy - The integration of wind turbines and photovoltaic cells in the Logroño Montecorvo park provides opportunities for the renewable energy industry to expand its presence in the region.
3. Water Treatment - The water purification measures and greywater circuit in Logroño Montecorvo present potential opportunities for companies in the water treatment industry to provide innovative solutions.