- Native plantings centered around reduced water requirements
- High efficiency irrigation controls and distribution design
- An on-site water detention pond collects site runoff and assists in alleviating downstream capacity stresses
Sustainability
Downtown Cary Park was intentionally designed to work in concert with the natural environment of the area. More specifically, deliberate planning and consideration was given to how the Park could implement sustainability wherever possible. The design team prioritized elements like tree health, vegetation preservation, water quality and wildlife habitat. Additional consideration was given surrounding tactical elements like energy efficiency, HVAC, plumbing equipment and more. Learn more about Downtown Cary Park’s overall environmental design efforts.
- EVs service operations and the Park offers charging stations
- The Park includes 40 short-term bicycle parking facilities
- Energy efficient LED lighting is used throughout the Park
- Restrooms feature low-flow fixtures which help reduce water consumption
- Mechanical systems utilize energy efficient heat pumps
- Urbanized trash collection helps limit carbon emissions
- The Park conducts regular waste and recycling audits
Chronolog
Downtown Cary Park is proud to host Cary’s first Chronolog. This project works by engaging people with science and nature, while maintaining a record of seasonal changes as it relates to climate, plant, and animal life.
It’s an easy-to-use photo station that allows Park visitors to photograph changes in the Park’s environment to create a crowd-sourced time-lapse of a section of the Park. Visitors will find the Chronolog photo station along the walkway between the lower pond and The Walker building.
Here’s how it works: Look for the 4×4 post, place your phone on the platform, and follow the instructions on the sign. Photos are automatically processed and added to the time-lapse once they are submitted so that it’s always up to date. You can then check out the time-lapse and see how the Park looks through different seasons and weather conditions.
