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latest in space requirements for the life sciences industry, focused on flexibility, collaboration and efficiency. And it will offer an environment unique in the greater New York metropolitan area that is particularly attractive to the younger, highly skilled employees that life science/tech companies need, at lower rental rates and with great incentives.”
The developers say they will emphasize open space and recreation as much as they will modern workspaces and residential options. Tucked between downtown Jersey City and Liberty State Park, the site would provide easy access to green space, retail and restaurants, along with connectivity to the region’s network of highways, rail, ferries and airports.
“We have worked to establish Jersey City as a sought-after destination for innovation, science and technology, igniting an untapped economic
engine that is attracting jobs and countless other opportunities for
our community,” Jersey City Mayor Steven M. Fulop said. “The Cove is an exciting addition to Jersey City on this
front, and, coupled with neighboring SciTech Scity, will further strengthen Jersey City and the entire state of New Jersey as a leader in scientific and technological innovation.”
Dresdner Robin is spearheading the remediation of what started as a polluted industrial site. The developers noted that combined sewer storm water will be diverted from the
harbor, stored and treated, while a restored wetland habitat with full public access and an eco-education loop will connect to the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
Additionally, the joint venture is exploring the possibility of heating and cooling all buildings through combustion-free heat exchange technology that extracts energy from municipal wastewater, the news release said. The firms also cited their potential use of renewable energy sources and plans to design “to extremely high standards of sustainability and resiliency.”
“The Cove will be a transformational next generation mixed-use environment, an interconnected smart
The development team for The Cove JC says it will emphasize open space and recreation as much as they will modern workspaces and residential options, while also touting high standards of sus- tainability and resiliency in the design of the campus.
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city hub where live, work and play all take place within a 15-minute walking radius,” said Peter Schubert, partner at Ennead Architects. “Designed as
a holistic approach to urban living,
outside spaces and terraces are integrated throughout all programs, as are a variety of amenities, including a wellness and business research center.” RE
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