Tenants in USDA-financed rentals – the majority of whom are elderly –
depend on their affordable homes, but resources and policies regarding
preservation of these developments are changing. Panelists will discuss
USDA policies as well as strategies for preservation in the current economic
climate.
Blake Lapthorn Construction Green Breakfast with John Martin - 31 May 2012Blake Morgan
Blake Lapthorn were delighted to host the Construction Green Breakfast with John Martin of Sovereign Vale Housing Association on 31 May 2012 in Oxford.
An advanced discussion of the plight of the city of Detroit, how it came to be the least sustainable city in the country and a practical plan to make it the greenest urban area in the world. The talk then focuses on Dallas, and walks you through the development of a living building, sustainable city block. The discussion ends with a humorous and thought-provoking look at lobbyist and how they are controlling our environmental policies.
By Eric Corey Freed, organicARCHITECT
This document discusses plans for developing community renewable energy projects in East Sussex, UK, including biogas plants. It summarizes that a proposed biogas plant in Hastings could treat 10,000 tonnes of food waste annually to produce electricity for 850 homes as well as heat and fertilizer. The plant faces risks but could benefit the community through job creation, lower energy bills, and annual dividends paid to a community energy cooperative. The document encourages signing up as a founder member of the Energise Sussex Coast cooperative to help pioneer local and sustainable solutions to energy problems in the region.
My part of the joint session on Passive House—what it is and why it matters—with Stephan Tanner at the 2009 Minnesota AIA Convention.
The slideshow contains a lot of full-screen images but no subtitles, therefore omitting some of the information which would have been given verbally during the presentation.
Jared Blumenfeld - Treasure Island San FranciscoShane Mitchell
Treasure Island in San Francisco will be redeveloped with 6,000 homes, 420 hotel rooms, and 235,000 square feet of retail across 300 acres of open space. The development aims to be sustainable through energy-efficient design like solar orientation and green roofs, on-site renewable energy from solar panels and wind turbines, and a closed-loop water system with recycled water. A dashboard will track the development's performance on sustainability metrics like energy and water use over time to ensure it meets its goal of having zero environmental impact.
A global revolution is in full swing, and the Sustainable Brands Conference is where sustainability, brand and innovation leaders gather to learn, share and strategize to shape the future. SB'12 was the largest gathering to date, a kinetic convergence of innovators from more than 150 companies from around the world finding new ways to create monumental disruption in traditional models of commerce and consumption.
These pages offer you a tour of what these homes offer—in terms of handpicked construction material, what it means to you as a long‐term resident, and in looks and aesthetic appeal.
Tenants in USDA-financed rentals – the majority of whom are elderly –
depend on their affordable homes, but resources and policies regarding
preservation of these developments are changing. Panelists will discuss
USDA policies as well as strategies for preservation in the current economic
climate.
Blake Lapthorn Construction Green Breakfast with John Martin - 31 May 2012Blake Morgan
Blake Lapthorn were delighted to host the Construction Green Breakfast with John Martin of Sovereign Vale Housing Association on 31 May 2012 in Oxford.
An advanced discussion of the plight of the city of Detroit, how it came to be the least sustainable city in the country and a practical plan to make it the greenest urban area in the world. The talk then focuses on Dallas, and walks you through the development of a living building, sustainable city block. The discussion ends with a humorous and thought-provoking look at lobbyist and how they are controlling our environmental policies.
By Eric Corey Freed, organicARCHITECT
This document discusses plans for developing community renewable energy projects in East Sussex, UK, including biogas plants. It summarizes that a proposed biogas plant in Hastings could treat 10,000 tonnes of food waste annually to produce electricity for 850 homes as well as heat and fertilizer. The plant faces risks but could benefit the community through job creation, lower energy bills, and annual dividends paid to a community energy cooperative. The document encourages signing up as a founder member of the Energise Sussex Coast cooperative to help pioneer local and sustainable solutions to energy problems in the region.
My part of the joint session on Passive House—what it is and why it matters—with Stephan Tanner at the 2009 Minnesota AIA Convention.
The slideshow contains a lot of full-screen images but no subtitles, therefore omitting some of the information which would have been given verbally during the presentation.
Jared Blumenfeld - Treasure Island San FranciscoShane Mitchell
Treasure Island in San Francisco will be redeveloped with 6,000 homes, 420 hotel rooms, and 235,000 square feet of retail across 300 acres of open space. The development aims to be sustainable through energy-efficient design like solar orientation and green roofs, on-site renewable energy from solar panels and wind turbines, and a closed-loop water system with recycled water. A dashboard will track the development's performance on sustainability metrics like energy and water use over time to ensure it meets its goal of having zero environmental impact.
A global revolution is in full swing, and the Sustainable Brands Conference is where sustainability, brand and innovation leaders gather to learn, share and strategize to shape the future. SB'12 was the largest gathering to date, a kinetic convergence of innovators from more than 150 companies from around the world finding new ways to create monumental disruption in traditional models of commerce and consumption.
These pages offer you a tour of what these homes offer—in terms of handpicked construction material, what it means to you as a long‐term resident, and in looks and aesthetic appeal.
This document outlines tasks and projects for Team 71 Wolves at Dudley Middle School related to their 2008-2009 FELS Grant. The tasks include tea tasting, research on tea information, creating a bibliography, designing house plans, landscaping plans, vehicle analysis, an itemized budget, a home buyer brochure, an infomercial, and a final presentation. It also includes a master checklist and details on their TEA (Transportation, Environment, Alternative Energy) House Project to design an efficient 3,000 square foot home with sustainable features at the lowest possible cost.
A presentation of the results of a study for CMHC (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation), The Path to Net Zero: Deep Energy Retrofits. Presentation was made at the CMHC Affordable Retrofits Conference in October 2009.
Sustainable refurbishment at scale - By Stephen Passmore, Energy Saving TrustsustainableCoRE
This document discusses strategies for achieving wide-scale sustainable refurbishment of homes in the UK. It notes that home energy use accounts for over a quarter of UK carbon emissions and targets have been set to cut carbon emissions from homes by 29% by 2020 and 80% by 2050. To achieve these targets, all homes will need to reach a high energy performance rating. The document then outlines approaches to housing retrofit including whole-house projects and area-based approaches. It also describes the mission and aims of the National Refurbishment Centre partnership to support green refurbishment through demonstration projects.
Primavera Residences is a Condominium Project located beside SM Cagayan de Oro City. Those interested to buy may contact thru my email - noel_fernandico@yahoo.co.uk. Contact numbers - +639278849088 or +639328849088.
Green Energy for the Poor in Rural Mexico and Southeast Asia.Ricardo Hamdan Zuno
Case study on USAID projects that EFI has developed successfully delivering biogas to communities to power their homes and cook using biogas as opposed to wood or to live in the dark.
The document provides an overview of the Passive House building energy standard. It discusses the motivation for Passive House, including economy, efficiency, and opportunity. A brief history is given of early passive design concepts in the 1970s and the development of the Passive House Institute in the 1990s. The key concepts, metrics, and benefits of the Passive House standard are summarized, including ultra-low energy use, high comfort, health, quality, and sustainability. Challenges and opportunities for delivery and adoption are also mentioned.
2012 ISCN Symposium - Energy Optimization at Central Michigan University 2012ISCN_Secretariat
The document summarizes energy efficiency projects completed at a university campus that reduced the campus' total wattage by 83% and saved $26,318 annually. It details lighting replacement projects in 11 buildings that installed more efficient LED and T8 lights, resulting in substantial wattage reductions and cost savings. Motion sensors and programmable thermostats were also installed. Overall, the projects improved energy efficiency, reduced operating costs, and received utility rebates.
The document discusses the CHESS project, a net zero energy home built by Laebon Homes in Central Alberta. The key goals of the project were to produce as much energy annually as the home consumes through the use of solar panels, highly efficient building materials, and passive design strategies. A variety of partners collaborated on the design process to optimize the home's energy efficiency and renewable energy integration. The finished home is intended to demonstrate how net zero principles can be practically applied to provide energy-efficient, healthy housing.
The document discusses ZED, an Indian company that designs and builds zero-energy homes. It outlines ZED's vision of creating homes that harvest energy from the sun and wind to be self-sufficient. The document details ZED's growth over 16 years, with 7.5 million square feet of communities built. It describes upcoming projects totaling 1.2 million square feet and discusses ZED's leadership in the sustainable building industry in India.
This document describes Jewel Bungalows, 2 bedroom semi-detached homes located in the Cranbel Court Estate in New Makun City. The bungalows have sitting rooms, dining areas, kitchens, two bedrooms each with en suites, and dedicated parking. They are uniquely designed among other house types in the area. The estate offers amenities like paved roads, security, and green spaces. Payment options include outright purchase or structured plans over 3 years.
There is enormous potential to exploit opportunities under CDM in Uganda and possible projects are but not limited to: Energy,
Transport, Forestry, Agriculture and Waste Management.
Various projects have been submitted to the Climate Change Unit (CCU) Secretariat (i.e. DNA) and among these; three CDM Projects
and one Programme of Activities (POA) have been registered by the CDM-EB. Seven projects have been issued with letters of
approval (LOA) and are at various stages of the CDM regulatory process.
1) The Casino Figueira da Foz sought to cut expenses by replacing 3500 halogen decorative lights with more efficient LED lights, without major construction work.
2) Plurirede's solution was to install HALOLED lights, which generate less heat, save on energy and maintenance costs, and allow for innovative visual effects like different colors.
3) The HALOLED lights provide softer, more cozy lighting while respecting the historic structure of the casino.
This document provides biographical information about Eric Corey Freed, an architect and leader in sustainable design. It lists his professional experience, including nearly 20 years in green building, being a LEED accredited professional, and authoring several books. It also lists his roles as founding chair of an architecture program, board member of an advocacy group, and columnist for various publications. He is the executive director of an organization called Urban Re:Vision.
The document discusses certification for sustainable tourism in several Costa Rican hotels, including their sustainability practices, ratings in the certification program, and examples of initiatives implemented. Several hotels were visited that have implemented measures like solar panels, biodigesters, recycling programs, and collaborations with local schools to promote environmental protection and social programs. The certification evaluates hotels across various sustainability categories and over 200 hotels in Costa Rica have received certification.
The document outlines plans for an addition and renovation to an existing 22,300 square foot facility for the SAN BERNARD ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE in Bellville, Texas. The addition will be 11,200 square feet and include 2 1/2 floors for new offices, meeting areas, and conference functions. The project is designed by CutrightAllen Architects located in La Grange, Texas.
Enwa Water Treatment is a company with 160 employees across 6 countries that develops and manufactures water treatment equipment. It offers commissioning, service, and after-sales support for reliable, environmentally friendly, and energy efficient water treatment solutions. Enwa has international distributors and agents and provides water treatment equipment and services to industries like district heating, bathing facilities, and water works.
The document discusses sustainability and reducing environmental damage through various technologies like solar thermal, photovoltaic, passive design, waste management, and water recycling. It notes that 70 million tons of CO2 are released daily and global temperatures could rise 4 degrees Celsius this century without changes. The document envisions a fully self-sustainable house and emphasizes that small individual acts can collectively change the world for better or worse regarding sustainability.
This document contains a presentation on building design and sustainability. It discusses the Living Building Challenge, which outlines prerequisites for sustainable site design, energy use, materials selection, water use, indoor environment, and other factors. Case studies are presented on projects that meet the Living Building Challenge, including the Oregon Sustainability Center. Key findings from a financial study of Living Building projects indicate that climate, energy costs, water costs, building use, and scale all significantly impact costs and payback periods. Incentives and policy support can help make high-performance green building more cost effective.
Energryn is a renewable energy solutions company that has patented technologies for water heating, rainwater harvesting, water sanitization, solar lighting, energy generation, and energy services. They have successfully implemented projects using these technologies in over a dozen countries across applications like homes, hotels, hospitals, schools, and more, helping customers reduce energy and water costs.
BioRegional One Planet Communities induction: Lessons from One Planet Communi...Daisy Chen
1. Lessons learned from One Planet Communities like BedZED show that large reductions in carbon footprint and improving ecological sustainability are only possible by creating an entire green lifestyle for residents.
2. Projects like BedZED and One Brighton found that sales, rentals, and resident satisfaction were higher than average, likely due to promoting a whole green lifestyle.
3. The best outcomes are achieved by thoroughly training all those involved, from residents to staff, on the principles of One Planet Living to fully embed those sustainability goals.
This document outlines tasks and projects for Team 71 Wolves at Dudley Middle School related to their 2008-2009 FELS Grant. The tasks include tea tasting, research on tea information, creating a bibliography, designing house plans, landscaping plans, vehicle analysis, an itemized budget, a home buyer brochure, an infomercial, and a final presentation. It also includes a master checklist and details on their TEA (Transportation, Environment, Alternative Energy) House Project to design an efficient 3,000 square foot home with sustainable features at the lowest possible cost.
A presentation of the results of a study for CMHC (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation), The Path to Net Zero: Deep Energy Retrofits. Presentation was made at the CMHC Affordable Retrofits Conference in October 2009.
Sustainable refurbishment at scale - By Stephen Passmore, Energy Saving TrustsustainableCoRE
This document discusses strategies for achieving wide-scale sustainable refurbishment of homes in the UK. It notes that home energy use accounts for over a quarter of UK carbon emissions and targets have been set to cut carbon emissions from homes by 29% by 2020 and 80% by 2050. To achieve these targets, all homes will need to reach a high energy performance rating. The document then outlines approaches to housing retrofit including whole-house projects and area-based approaches. It also describes the mission and aims of the National Refurbishment Centre partnership to support green refurbishment through demonstration projects.
Primavera Residences is a Condominium Project located beside SM Cagayan de Oro City. Those interested to buy may contact thru my email - noel_fernandico@yahoo.co.uk. Contact numbers - +639278849088 or +639328849088.
Green Energy for the Poor in Rural Mexico and Southeast Asia.Ricardo Hamdan Zuno
Case study on USAID projects that EFI has developed successfully delivering biogas to communities to power their homes and cook using biogas as opposed to wood or to live in the dark.
The document provides an overview of the Passive House building energy standard. It discusses the motivation for Passive House, including economy, efficiency, and opportunity. A brief history is given of early passive design concepts in the 1970s and the development of the Passive House Institute in the 1990s. The key concepts, metrics, and benefits of the Passive House standard are summarized, including ultra-low energy use, high comfort, health, quality, and sustainability. Challenges and opportunities for delivery and adoption are also mentioned.
2012 ISCN Symposium - Energy Optimization at Central Michigan University 2012ISCN_Secretariat
The document summarizes energy efficiency projects completed at a university campus that reduced the campus' total wattage by 83% and saved $26,318 annually. It details lighting replacement projects in 11 buildings that installed more efficient LED and T8 lights, resulting in substantial wattage reductions and cost savings. Motion sensors and programmable thermostats were also installed. Overall, the projects improved energy efficiency, reduced operating costs, and received utility rebates.
The document discusses the CHESS project, a net zero energy home built by Laebon Homes in Central Alberta. The key goals of the project were to produce as much energy annually as the home consumes through the use of solar panels, highly efficient building materials, and passive design strategies. A variety of partners collaborated on the design process to optimize the home's energy efficiency and renewable energy integration. The finished home is intended to demonstrate how net zero principles can be practically applied to provide energy-efficient, healthy housing.
The document discusses ZED, an Indian company that designs and builds zero-energy homes. It outlines ZED's vision of creating homes that harvest energy from the sun and wind to be self-sufficient. The document details ZED's growth over 16 years, with 7.5 million square feet of communities built. It describes upcoming projects totaling 1.2 million square feet and discusses ZED's leadership in the sustainable building industry in India.
This document describes Jewel Bungalows, 2 bedroom semi-detached homes located in the Cranbel Court Estate in New Makun City. The bungalows have sitting rooms, dining areas, kitchens, two bedrooms each with en suites, and dedicated parking. They are uniquely designed among other house types in the area. The estate offers amenities like paved roads, security, and green spaces. Payment options include outright purchase or structured plans over 3 years.
There is enormous potential to exploit opportunities under CDM in Uganda and possible projects are but not limited to: Energy,
Transport, Forestry, Agriculture and Waste Management.
Various projects have been submitted to the Climate Change Unit (CCU) Secretariat (i.e. DNA) and among these; three CDM Projects
and one Programme of Activities (POA) have been registered by the CDM-EB. Seven projects have been issued with letters of
approval (LOA) and are at various stages of the CDM regulatory process.
1) The Casino Figueira da Foz sought to cut expenses by replacing 3500 halogen decorative lights with more efficient LED lights, without major construction work.
2) Plurirede's solution was to install HALOLED lights, which generate less heat, save on energy and maintenance costs, and allow for innovative visual effects like different colors.
3) The HALOLED lights provide softer, more cozy lighting while respecting the historic structure of the casino.
This document provides biographical information about Eric Corey Freed, an architect and leader in sustainable design. It lists his professional experience, including nearly 20 years in green building, being a LEED accredited professional, and authoring several books. It also lists his roles as founding chair of an architecture program, board member of an advocacy group, and columnist for various publications. He is the executive director of an organization called Urban Re:Vision.
The document discusses certification for sustainable tourism in several Costa Rican hotels, including their sustainability practices, ratings in the certification program, and examples of initiatives implemented. Several hotels were visited that have implemented measures like solar panels, biodigesters, recycling programs, and collaborations with local schools to promote environmental protection and social programs. The certification evaluates hotels across various sustainability categories and over 200 hotels in Costa Rica have received certification.
The document outlines plans for an addition and renovation to an existing 22,300 square foot facility for the SAN BERNARD ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE in Bellville, Texas. The addition will be 11,200 square feet and include 2 1/2 floors for new offices, meeting areas, and conference functions. The project is designed by CutrightAllen Architects located in La Grange, Texas.
Enwa Water Treatment is a company with 160 employees across 6 countries that develops and manufactures water treatment equipment. It offers commissioning, service, and after-sales support for reliable, environmentally friendly, and energy efficient water treatment solutions. Enwa has international distributors and agents and provides water treatment equipment and services to industries like district heating, bathing facilities, and water works.
The document discusses sustainability and reducing environmental damage through various technologies like solar thermal, photovoltaic, passive design, waste management, and water recycling. It notes that 70 million tons of CO2 are released daily and global temperatures could rise 4 degrees Celsius this century without changes. The document envisions a fully self-sustainable house and emphasizes that small individual acts can collectively change the world for better or worse regarding sustainability.
This document contains a presentation on building design and sustainability. It discusses the Living Building Challenge, which outlines prerequisites for sustainable site design, energy use, materials selection, water use, indoor environment, and other factors. Case studies are presented on projects that meet the Living Building Challenge, including the Oregon Sustainability Center. Key findings from a financial study of Living Building projects indicate that climate, energy costs, water costs, building use, and scale all significantly impact costs and payback periods. Incentives and policy support can help make high-performance green building more cost effective.
Energryn is a renewable energy solutions company that has patented technologies for water heating, rainwater harvesting, water sanitization, solar lighting, energy generation, and energy services. They have successfully implemented projects using these technologies in over a dozen countries across applications like homes, hotels, hospitals, schools, and more, helping customers reduce energy and water costs.
BioRegional One Planet Communities induction: Lessons from One Planet Communi...Daisy Chen
1. Lessons learned from One Planet Communities like BedZED show that large reductions in carbon footprint and improving ecological sustainability are only possible by creating an entire green lifestyle for residents.
2. Projects like BedZED and One Brighton found that sales, rentals, and resident satisfaction were higher than average, likely due to promoting a whole green lifestyle.
3. The best outcomes are achieved by thoroughly training all those involved, from residents to staff, on the principles of One Planet Living to fully embed those sustainability goals.
Ctw mid wales tourism conference november 2013 finalMWT Cymru
Properly implemented energy management programs in the hospitality sector can improve guest comfort while reducing costs and carbon emissions. The Carbon Trust Wales works with tourism businesses to identify opportunities to cut energy and water usage through upgrades like installing LED lighting, improved insulation, and renewable energy systems. Case studies showed hotels saving thousands of pounds annually and short payback periods for investments supported by interest-free loans from Carbon Trust Wales. Workshops and surveys further aim to help venues operate more sustainably.
Senior Partner with 3XN and Director of GXN, Kasper Guldager Jensen was one of the keynote speakers at Nordic Green Building Councils Conference 28th of April. See his full presentation.
The document discusses sizing ice machines and storage bins for maximum efficiency in various industries. It provides equations for estimating ice usage in restaurants, bars, hotels, convenience stores, healthcare facilities, and more. It emphasizes properly sizing ice production to match storage capacity and recovery times. Larger, gravity-fed storage bins are recommended for high-volume locations to improve energy efficiency and hygiene.
Energy saving additive that can save up to 20% on heating costs by altering how heat transfers from boiler tubes to radiators. It changes the size and behavior of bubbles to improve heat transfer. Case studies found savings of 11-18% on gas consumption for various buildings after installing the additive. The organization recouped costs within 1-2 years and continued realizing savings, reducing emissions.
This document provides information about an online seminar on environmental management for pool plant operations. The seminar module focuses on energy management, ventilation, heating systems, and options for retrofitting existing facilities to save energy and costs. Specific topics covered include displaying energy usage certificates, typical energy consumption breakdown in leisure centers, targeting changing areas and pools for improvements, heat recovery technology, biomass boilers, and geothermal heat sources. Retrofitting ventilation systems and installing more efficient equipment such as condensing boilers and heat pumps can significantly reduce carbon emissions and operating costs over the long term once installation costs are recouped.
The document discusses energy efficient practices for glass studios, including recuperation, community resource sharing, alternative fuel sources, and recycling. It provides examples of glass studios implementing these strategies, such as recuperation systems saving 20-60% of fuel usage. Many traditional glass studios have closed due to high costs, while community studios and use of renewable energy can help make glassmaking more sustainable and affordable. The document encourages the glass community to adopt green practices and work together to ensure the future of the art form.
Prototech Energy Pvt. Ltd. is an innovative Indian company that develops renewable energy technologies, including air source heat pumps. It was founded in 2003 with a mission to reduce electricity costs and carbon emissions through alternative energy solutions. Prototech manufactures and installs various green energy products like air source heaters, solar thermal systems, and biofuel systems. An air source heater transfers heat from ambient air into water using a refrigeration cycle, providing heated water more efficiently than electric or fossil fuel heaters. Prototech has installed many air source heaters in India for hotels, hospitals, and other commercial and residential customers.
Airius destratification fans can save churches and religious buildings 20-50% on heating and cooling costs by recirculating warm air. The fans improve comfort all year round by gently mixing warm air at the ceiling with cooler air below, avoiding hot and cold spots. Case studies show the fans typically pay for themselves within 1-2 years and can reduce carbon emissions by 25% or more.
Why we are going Green at Tory Bush CottagesTorybush95
This document summarizes two self-catering holiday home businesses in County Down that contribute £5.5 million to the local economy annually. It discusses the businesses' efforts to operate more sustainably through renewable energy sources, including a biomass heating system, photovoltaic panels, and solar hot water. The document notes that nearly 97% of the energy at one location is from renewable sources as part of addressing climate change impacts like rising sea levels that threaten coastal areas.
The document summarizes the rehabilitation of an abandoned house in Muncie, Indiana into sustainable housing. A partnership between Ball State University and a nonprofit rehabilitated the 1100 square foot, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house using green building practices. Students were involved in evaluating, designing and completing the rehab, which incorporated strategies like rainwater harvesting, energy efficient appliances, and reuse of salvaged materials to reduce costs and environmental impact. The rehab transformed the vacant property into quality, affordable and sustainable housing.
Energy North is an Aboriginal-owned company specializing in biomass heating technology manufactured in Canada. They have over 26 years of experience designing and manufacturing biomass industrial boilers and cogeneration plants. Their certified products meet North American standards and regulations and include commercial pellet boilers, hybrid biomass boilers, and biomass cogeneration systems for communities.
Energy Audit in the Dairy Industry - Sitaram Gokul Dairy Nepaleecfncci
This document summarizes an energy audit conducted at Sita Ram Gokul Milk in Kathmandu, Nepal. The audit identified opportunities to reduce waste and improve energy efficiency in areas like waste water management, energy usage, insulation, and equipment upgrades. Recommendations included installing trigger nozzles, timers, high pressure cleaners, and modifying CIP facilities to reduce water waste. Upgrades to boilers, installing variable frequency drives, and recovering heat and condensate from processes were also recommended. The company has implemented some recommendations and is working to complete other proposed upgrades.
The document summarizes the green initiatives and achievements of the Green Lodging 2 Palm hotel in 2008. It oversaw renovations to improve energy efficiency, replaced HVAC equipment, installed water reclamation systems, increased recycling rates, and reduced its carbon footprint. It received several sustainability awards and outlines its plans to continue commissioning HVAC systems, reducing water use, expanding education, and communicating efforts to customers.
The document discusses making malls more energy efficient. It notes that a typical mall consumes 25.8 million kWh annually and uses 780000 gallons of water just for urinals. It proposes using phase change materials, waterless urinals that convert urine to electricity, and piezoelectric floors that generate power from foot traffic to make malls more sustainable and reduce costs. The document advocates a combination of these measures to create a "green mall."
The Walter Lilly case - some harsh lessons learnt - construction update semin...Blake Morgan
Richard Wade from Blake Morgan talked about The Walter Lilly case and the lessons learnt at Blake Morgan and Rund's Construction update seminar on 5 November 2014 in Southampton.
The demise of the Code for Sustainable Homes - construction update seminar - ...Blake Morgan
The document discusses changes to sustainability standards for new homes in the UK. The Code for Sustainable Homes will be abolished and replaced by new optional requirements in areas like water, access, security and space that can be applied through the planning process. Minimum energy efficiency standards will continue to tighten and aim to reach zero carbon by 2016, though some exemptions may apply. A new voluntary sustainability standard is also being developed to replace the Code.
Blake Lapthorn's London Pensions conference 19 March 2014Blake Morgan
On Wednesday 19 March 2014, Blake Lapthorn's Pensions team hosted its London Pensions conference - 'The State of Pensions'. The team were joined by Ed Tomlinson of SEI and Kevin Wesbroom of Aon Hewitt. Speakers brought delegates up to date with recent and future developments and demonstrated ways in which some of the current and future challenges can be met.
Blake Lapthorn's In-House Lawyer and Decision Makers' forum - 'Health & Safet...Blake Morgan
On Tuesday 25 February 2014, Blake Lapthorn's commercial litigation team hosted an In-House Lawyer and Decision Maker's forum in Southampton. Our speakers, John Mitchell and Nicola Hutchins, discussed the changing landscape of Health & Safety law.
Blake Lapthorn's green breakfast with the Environment BankBlake Morgan
On Wednesday 4 December, Blake Lapthorn's climate change team hosted a green brekfast ith Dr. Tom Tew, Chief Executive of the Environment Bank. Tom talked about the role of bio-diversity off setting.
Blake Lapthorn green breakfast with BRE globalBlake Morgan
On Tuesday 3 December, Blake Lapthorn's climate change team hosted a green breakfast seminar. Guest speaker Chris Cousins of BRE Global, talked about sustainable building for a Green future.
Blake Lapthorn green breakfast with Dr. Barbara Hammond of the Osney Lock Hyd...Blake Morgan
On Wednesday 20 November 2013, Blake Lapthorn's climate change team hosted a green breakfast seminar. Guest Speaker Dr. Barbara Hammond, talked about the high profile and long awaited, first community owned micro hydro scheme on the upper Thames.
Blake Lapthorn green breakfast with The Green Blue - 19 November 2013Blake Morgan
On Wednesday 19 November 2013, Blake Lapthorn's Climate Change team hosted a green breakfast seminar titled 'Influencing change in the UK leisure marine sector', with guest speakers Jane Swan and Dan Reading of The Green Blue.
Blake Lapthorn's green breakfast with guest speaker Keeran Jugdoyal, Faithful...Blake Morgan
On Wednesday 13 November 2013, Blake Lapthorn's climate change team hosted a green breakfast seminar. Guest speaker Keeran Jugdoyal, Mechanical Engineering Manager at Faithful+Gould, talked about the lessons his company has learnt about the end use of sustainable buildings.
Blake Lapthorn green breakfast with URS GlobalBlake Morgan
This document outlines the key concepts and process for establishing payments for ecosystem services (PES) schemes. It defines ecosystem services and PES, and describes the five main steps to set up a PES scheme: 1) identify the ecosystem service and buyers/sellers, 2) establish scheme principles, 3) negotiate and implement agreements, 4) monitor implementation, and 5) consider opportunities for multiple benefits. Examples of existing PES schemes are provided, such as those in Costa Rica, Mexico, and the UK, covering services like water quality, habitat protection, and carbon sequestration.
Blake Lapthorn green breakfast with Seacourt Printing Ltd - 16 October 2013Blake Morgan
On Wednesday 16 October 2013, Blake Lapthorn's Climate Change team hosted a green breakfast seminar. Guest speaker Gareth Dinnage, Managing Director of Seacourt Printing, talked about his companies move from being a standard 'dirty' printer to the first closed loop, Zero Waste, printing company in the world.
Blake Lapthorn green breakfast with Rapanui - 18 September 2013Blake Morgan
On wednesday 18 September 2013 Blake Lapthorn's Climate Change team hosted a green breakfast seminar titled Eco-fashion for the green consumer, with guest speaker Mart Drake-Knight of Rapanui.
Blake Lapthorn's In-House Lawyer and Decision Makers' forumBlake Morgan
Blake Lapthorn's Litigation Dispute Resolution and Employment teams joined up to present a forum on social media and confidentiality on 17 September 2013, at Blake Lapthorn's Oxford office.
Blake Lapthorn Academies conference, Southampton - 18 June 2013Blake Morgan
Blake Lapthorn's Education team hosted a summer conference for Academy schools and those looking to convert to academy status. The conference provided guidance and advice with the guest speaker being Zenna Atkins, former head of Ofsted.
Blake Lapthorn green breakfast with Mike Putnam, Skanska UK - 8 May 2013Blake Morgan
On Wednesday 8 May 2013 Blake Lapthorn's Climate Change team hosted a green breakfast seminar. Guest speaker Mike Putnam, President and CEO of Skanska UK, talked about his companies 'Journey to Deep Green'.
2. About Whitbread
• Whitbread PLC is the UK's largest budget hotel and
restaurant company
• Whitbread PLC employs over 40,000 people and serves 19
million customers every month
• Whitbread PLC is a FTSE 100 company, operating in over 19
countries.
• Operates – Premier Inn, Costa Coffee, Brewers Fayre,
Beefeater, Table Table, Taybarns
3. History
One of the UK’s oldest and most respected companies
– In business for over 250 years
• First Travel Inn opened in 1987 in Basildon
• 1974 First Beefeater restaurant opened in Enfield
• 1995 Costa Coffee acquired
• 2004 Whitbread acquired Premier Lodge and created the
Premier Travel Inn brand
• 2007 Premier Travel Inn rebrands to Premier Inn
• 2012 Premier Inn reaches 635 hotels and more than 50,000
rooms worldwide
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5. CR in Whitbread
Today
Customer
heartbeat
Team Engagement Profitable Growth
…A force for good
Team & Customer Environment
Community Wellbeing We will make lives better
We will make lives better
We will make lives better for everyone by reducing
for our customers by
for our teams and our impact on the
providing goods and
communities through environment through our
services they can trust and
education, employment Carbon, Water and Waste
helping them make
and opportunity programmes
informed choices
6. We have some big, challenging
targets all based on 2008/9
baseline.
1. Reduce our operational carbon emissions by 25% by 2017
2. Reduce our water usage by 15% by 2017
3. Achieve 0% waste to landfill by 2014
4. 100% of all Costa Coffee to be Rainforest Alliance certified
An opportunity to move first, build the brand and lead.
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7. What issues do we face?
• Renewable energy obligations & building regulations
• Carbon Reduction Commitment - £2.5 million and rising
• £50 million utility bill; increasing energy prices and
water rates
• Tax landscape: property and land taxes, EPC’s / DECC’s
• Government targets – tough and hardening
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10. Green Construction
Operation in summer
In Summer:
Ventilation system draws in fresh air
which is cooled in the heat
exchanger and provides fresh cool
air to the rooms. Air is extracted
continuously from the bathrooms.
The heat pump heats the hot water
buffer and at the same time cools
the cold buffer. The fan coils use
the cold buffer to further cool the
rooms.
Excess heat is passed back through
Heat
the ground loop to re-charge the Pum
p
ground energy.
A combination of the super
insulated shell, solar
shading and low energy Manifold
lighting help to reduce heat
gain in summer months.
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11. Green Construction
Operation in winter
In Winter:
Ventilation system draws in fresh air
which is warmed in the heat
exchanger and provides fresh warm
air to the rooms. Air is extracted
continuously from the bathrooms
and the heat recovered.
The heat pump collects the heat
from the ground loops and heats the
hot buffers in the roof providing hot
water for baths and showers and
room heating via the fan coils.
Heat
Pum
p
Heating & chilled buffer vessels
externally weather compensated for
maximum efficiency.
Manifold
The super insulated shell
minimises heat loss
through the walls, floor
and roof.
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14. Burgess Hill
What makes us greener
Low flow showerheads delivering the feel and
effect of a powerful shower without associated
water use
Energy saving key cards, kinetic energy powered
lift, green coffee machine, Eco vending machine
and hand driers.
3 stage heat recovery systems capturing & reusing
energy used by the hotel’s boilers to reduce
energy needed to heat water.
High-efficiency glass recycled thermal insulation
& triple glazed solar film windows.
16. Future developments
Roll out 26 sustainability measures to all new build Hotels and
Restaurants including;
• Timber Frame construction
• Grey/rain water recovery
• Sealed low U value windows with mechanical vents
• Gravity recharging lifts
• Key-cards in all rooms
• Bird and bat boxes at every site
• Self build to BREEAM Very Good
17. Future developments
Invest in the existing estate of 600 hotels and 300 restaurants
including;
• Further investigation in Voltage Optimisation
• Install PIR controls and LEDs in corridors
• Increase loft insulation
• Install A/C controls
• Replace draft proofing, fit PIRs, install radiator pannells as part of
refurb programme.
18. Existing estate Projects
• Below are a few examples of our aggressive retrofit
roll out of proven technologies into our existing estate
along with estimated annual savings
– LED replacement. Move from 30w to 3w and 7w LED - £1.5m saving
– Voltage Optimisation installed at 80 sites (another 38 planned this
year) – average savings YTD £ 6200 per site
– Air-con “Melcotel” controllers install programme at 75 A/C sites =
estimate 20% saving on kit
– External light programme – time clocks & photo sensors install at 300
sites = £50k saving
– Thermal insulation roll-out – lofts, plant rooms, valves = estimate 20%
saving on site gas usage
– P.I.R .light motion detectors in key areas (linen, staff, FOH toilets etc)
= £50k saving
– Thermostatic radiator valves, Nordic reflectors, remove towel rails =
£150k savings
19. Project Flush !
Did you know w
e could
waste the equiv
alent of 5
Olympic size po
ols a day
with one too ma
ny
housekeeping f
lushes !
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