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Brownfields: Abandoned Places to Community Spaces
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From abandoned gas stations to vacant lots, and even old industrial sites, brownfields can actively harm community health and economic value. But, with a bit of inspiration and a whole lot of community action, these abandoned places can become vibrant community spaces!

Across the country, communities are reclaiming brownfields by transforming them into parks, grocery stores, and outdoor classrooms—spaces that create jobs, improve safety, and breathe new life into neighborhoods. Check out the video to get inspired by three incredible brownfield transformations and visit our get started page to begin creating your own inspiring land use story!