U.S. EPABrownfields Program Emeryville, CA Greenbelt Project
Brownfields DefinitionReal property, where theexpansion or reuse maybe complicated by thepresence or potentialpresence of hazardoussubstances, petroleumproducts or property thatis a mine-scarred land Emeryville before redevelopment 2
Benefits of Urban Ag on a Brownfield1. Increases property values, sense of community2. Increases infiltration of rainwater, decreases soil erosion3. Reduces waste by reuse of organic material4. Increases physical activity and educates new gardeners 3
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EPA Brownfield Grants and Technical Assistance Yearly Grant Cycle for Assessment & Cleanup Targeted Brownfield Assessments EPA contractor
Contact InfoSara RussellBrownfields Grants ManagerEPA Region 9(415) 972-3218russell.sara@epa.govwww.epa.gov/region9/brownfields 7www.epa.gov/brownfields/urbanag 8
