When Advancing TIDE first developed the vision of sustainability, our concept was much greater than just "being or building green." Tide's full scope embraced;   building platforms, natural sound attenuation, green roofs,  stormwater retention and treatment, urban/city-scape gardening and emergency supplemental fire suppression systems powered with hydroponics.  These aspects, aligned with  empowerment programs and facilitated by experts, will propel segments of society to levels of social insight and economic stability.