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What are green infrastructure? Green infrastructure are infrastructure that benefit the environment and society. Building, maintaining, and using them can reduce pollution, help save energy and resources, and improve people's health. There are many examples of green infrastructure, including: - Energy-efficient buildings: These buildings use less energy, which reduces pollution from energy production. - Renewable energy infrastructure: These infrastructure generate energy from the sun, wind, or water, which provides energy without pollution. - Infrastructure that protects natural resources: These infrastructure are designed to conserve resources or use them more efficiently. For example, a water supply system might have technology to encourage you to shorten your shower time or use less water in your toilet. - Infrastructure that improves people's health: These infrastructure are designed to improve air quality, provide parks and gardens, or offer more convenient and safe transportation. Benefits of green infrastructure Green infrastructure offers a variety of benefits, including: - Reduced pollution: Green infrastructure can help reduce pollution from air, water, and land. - Conservation of natural resources: Green infrastructure can help conserve energy, water, and other natural resources. - Improved public health: Green infrastructure can help improve air quality, reduce noise pollution, and provide opportunities for physical activity. - Economic benefits: Green infrastructure can create jobs, boost the economy, and increase property values. Challenges of green infrastructure There are a few challenges associated with green infrastructure, including: - Cost: Green infrastructure can be more expensive to build and maintain than traditional infrastructure. - Public acceptance: Green infrastructure can sometimes be controversial, as people may not understand its benefits. - Lack of data: There is still a lack of data on the long-term benefits of green infrastructure.

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