Why Build Sustainably
The Climate Change Act 2008 makes the UK the first country in the world to have a legally binding long-term framework to cut carbon emissions. Through the introduction of UK government initiatives such as the Carbon Reduction Commitment and the Climate Change Bill organisations are facing financial and economical demands to manage their impact on the environment. As such Carbon Management is now a top priority for forward thinking businesses.
Bowman Riley Architects offer a wide range of comprehensive services tailored to meet our client’s specific requirements. We work both independently and in close collaboration with Mechanical and Electrical consultants to provide a co-ordinated range of specialist services including;
- High Level Estate Evaluation
- Carbon Footprint Measurements
- Master Planning
- Design Solutions
- Renewable and Zero Carbon Energy Solutions
- Project Management
- Assessing and Implementing Carbon Reduction Targets
- Assistance with Compliance of Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibilities
Benefits of Sustainable and Low Carbon Development
Environmental Benefits - Preserving natural habitats for wildlife and species, reducing the impact on global warming, reduce consumption of water, land use and natural resources.
Social Wellbeing – Improving the environment in which we work and live.
To Lead and Inspire Other Organisations - Demonstrating a strong commitment to carbon reduction will enhance the organisations image.
Reduced Energy Consumption and Associated Costs - Through improving the sustainability of building construction and services this will reduce energy costs.
Consumer Expectations ‘Being seen to be green’ - As consumers are becoming increasingly aware of environmental issues and are directly involved in recycling of waste there is an expectation for organisations to also be contributing to sustainability.
Corporate Social Responsibility - Achieve the organisations sustainability.
Legal Requirements - Construction and planning legislation are continually increasing the minimum sustainability standards of construction to achieve the governments legally binding climate targets set out in the Climate Change Act 2008.
Financial Incentives - Feed in Tariffs and Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme is a new government scheme that pays you for producing renewable electricity.
Image Amongst Other Organisations - Organisations are increasingly investing in sustainable construction and looking to obtain awards and independent assurance of their pursuit for sustainable development.
