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More Information About this ProjectProject Needs and BeneficiariesThe threat of large scale and wasteful demolitions provides an opportunity to prove the potential of deconstruction on a larger scale. This pilot demonstrates the benefits of deconstruction to help shape federal and state emergency response policy in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. With thousands of historic and non-historic structures in New Orleans still sitting vacant and awaiting demolition, this project presents a positive alternative for tens of thousands of homeowners and city residents. ActivitiesDeconstruct 15 houses; Establish neighborhood salvage yard depot; Promote public/private support; Create jobs and increase capacity in New Orleans’ construction industry; Decrease landfill waste and promote preservation of salvaged building material Funding InformationTotal Funding Received to Date: $1,240 Additional DocumentationThis project has provided additional documentation in a Microsoft Word file (projdoc.doc). ResourcesWhy this Project is ImportantPotential Long Term ImpactA relatively small philanthropic investment in this deconstruction pilot project could leverage a policy shift that reprograms millions of federal dollars to create sustainable jobs, preserves valuable materials, and minimizes landfill waste. Project Message
“A condemned house can be a costly pile of rubble or an economic and social opportunity.” Who is Running This ProjectContact
Rick Denhart, Project SponsorOrganization
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For more information about United States, read the Human Development Report on United States or the Wikipedia entry for United States. When this Project was UpdatedLast UpdatedThis project was last updated on December 19, 2007. Date Added to GlobalGivingThis project was added to the GlobalGiving project catalog on April 05, 2007. Latest Update from the FieldBuilding Materials Go Back to the CommunityBy Suzy Mason - Deconstruction Program Officer, December 19, 2007 10:12 PM
Mercy Corps has sponsored the deconstruction of eight entire houses and hopes to deconstruct another seven by the spring 2008. Local contractors have been trained in standard deconstruction methods, local agencies have received tons of reusable building materials, and homeonwers have been involved with the transformation of their former homes. Read 3 more "Updates from the Field" | Comment on this update How Else You Can HelpSpread the Word on your Profile, Blog, or WebsitePut a widget for this project on your profile, blog or website to turn your friends into givers. Using our widget, it's quick and easy to add this widget to your profile or blog! Get this widget on: |
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