Wake Forest University
PAE-3: Physical Campus Plan

The Campus Landform and Ecology section of the Master Plan plan signals the university's commitment to preserving the campus' ecological assets: "The forested areas and streams on campus are valuable assets, both aesthetically and ecologically. As a sustainability goal in the face of today’s environmental stresses, the University is interested in conserving these assets. Forest resources are integral to the campus green infrastructure network, providing habitat; open space and recreational areas; connections to the regional ecosystem; teaching, research, and cultural opportunities; and stormwater management, among other benefits. A vigorous forest cover is also critical to maintaining healthy stream ecosystems and flood control. Practically all of the forested campus land is mature (fiftyplus years old) and therefore valuable on both a local and regional basis." (pp 17-18) Two of the four planning principles further signal a commitment to sustainable design principles and practices: "Create an Inspirational Environment Extend the quality and scale of the built environment to support teaching and learning. Provide facilities informed by best practices and built for today and tomorrow. Create opportunities for a vibrant campus life. Respect Natural and Historic Beauty Emphasize and protect the natural and historic resources of the campus. Expand opportunities for green spaces and integrate sustainable practices during development." (pp 27)