Understanding the layout of land, or topography, can really help make university campuses more eco-friendly. Here’s how:

1. Managing Rainwater:

   • By looking at the slopes of the land, we can reduce water runoff by as much as 50%.
   • Creating surfaces that let water soak through can boost the amount of groundwater by 30%.

2. Saving Energy:

   • Using the natural shapes of the land can improve the way buildings get heat from the sun by 20%.
   • Placing buildings wisely on hilly parts of the campus can cut heating and cooling costs by 15%.

3. Supporting Wildlife:

   • Keeping the land shapes as natural as possible helps different animals and plants thrive, increasing the variety of species by up to 40%.

When we think about these things, we can create a campus that is not only sustainable but also strong and able to adapt to changes.