Brownfield redevelopment refers to the process of reclaiming abandoned or underutilized industrial or commercial sites that may be contaminated with hazardous substances. The goal is to revitalize these areas by cleaning up pollution and transforming them into productive or beneficial land uses.
Related terms
Superfund sites: Superfund sites are heavily polluted locations identified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as requiring long-term cleanup efforts due to hazardous waste contamination.
Adaptive reuse: Adaptive reuse is the practice of repurposing an existing building or structure for a different use than its original purpose. It helps preserve historical and cultural value while minimizing demolition waste.
Environmental remediation: Environmental remediation involves removing, reducing, or neutralizing contaminants in soil, water, or air to restore environmental quality. It is often a crucial step in brownfield redevelopment projects.