QEOP Flashcards
(20 cards)
How large was the area cleaned for the Olympic Park?
About 2.5 square kilometers
Total cost £9.3bn
How many tons of soil were cleaned on the site?
2,3 million tons of soil were cleaned
How much did the soil washing and cleaning cost?
Over £364 million
How many buildings were demolished to clear the site?
Over 200 buildings were removed
What percentage of materials from demolished buildings were recycled?
Over 90% were recycled
How many miles of rivers and canals were cleaned during the project?
Over 6 miles of waterways were cleaned
What major contaminants were found in the soil?
Heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and asbestos
How much waste was diverted from landfill during the cleanup?
Over 98% of waste was diverted from landfill
What technique was used to treat contaminated soil onsite?
A soil hospital using bioremediation, soil washing, and chemical treatment
How many new trees were planted in the park?
Over 13,500 trees were planted
What was done to improve flood protection on the site?
The River Lea was rechannelled and wetland habitats were restored
What percentage of the Olympic Park is green space?
Over 35% of the park is green space
What happened to the cleaned soil after treatment?
It was reused on site as part of the landscaping
How many homes were planned in the legacy development?
Over 10000 new homes were planned, over 40% affordable housing
What is the name of the legacy community created post Olympics?
The Legacy Communities Scheme
75% of £9.3bn budget spent on “legacy”
What major sporting venue was retained as part of the legacy?
The London Stadium formerly Olympic Stadium, now rented out to West Ham for 25 days a year
+it has solar panels on its roof
What sustainability certification did the Olympic Park achieve?
It achieved BREEAM excellent rating
How did the project support biodiversity?
It introduced 45 hectares of new wildlife habitat
UK GDP
$3.4 trillion, 6th, $49,000 per capita
UK HDI
0.940, 14th
