IRED is an opportunity to demonstrate how an industrial site can be re-deployed to support & nurture the growth of a series of separate sustainable businesses, while also becoming a shining example of community stewardship.
When businesses are founded on sustainability, jobs are reliable. The Indian River Eco-District will work with it's members to encourage the employment of 200 - 250 full-time employees in the local community.
We anticipate that our members will generate between $40-$60 million dollars of revenue in the community each year. The benefits Vero Beach will experience from this growth is exciting; serving to both enhance & preserve Indian River County.
Our aim is to have processes and byproducts that address specific agricultural challenges, advance clean water initiatives and provide paths for the community of Vero Beach & Indian River.
The innovative projects being pursued by IRED & it's members will help develop solutions to agricultural ailments plaguing Central Florida & beyond. We also hope to showcase the area's business friendly climate, attract new industry sectors & bring new technologies to the market.
We believe that air, soil & water pollution are symptoms, rather than root problems. The real problem is industrial inefficiency. A fully efficient system wastes nothing, thus pollution is avoided entirely. Working with our members, we demonstrate how to address the real problems of pollution & not just the symptoms.
When our vision is fully realized over the next two years, the IRED will be more than a badge of pride for local employees. The community will have opportunities to enjoy cycling trails, schools will be able to engage the next generation of innovators through field trips & families will be able to enjoy weekend trips to IRED.