Steensen Varming used their office move to select a green building with strong credentials and enter into a green lease with their new landlord. Selecting a suitable building, plus an approach that maximized daylight, used zoned air-conditioning and recycled office furniture resulted in savings from day one. Staff were engaged in all stages of the move.
An indicative estimate of the financial benefits of high-performing buildings, in terms of electricity saved, reduced absenteeism, retention and productivity.
Adjusting the temperature set-point of the building to better match the weather can make significant energy savings and keep people comfortable
Tenants can support and improve their building manager's heating and cooling performance in a number of ways
Adelaide architectural firm and CitySwitch award finalist, Thomson Rossi, share the steps they have taken to reduce office energy bills. Measures include harnessing natural light and air-flow and reducing the need for printing and photocopying by issuing all staff with iPads.
Several financing models can help businesses obtain upfront capital for energy savings that can be paid back over time.
Effective implementation of an Energy Action Plan is usually achieved through a building management committee.
Typically, a green lease is accompanied by an Energy Management Plan which provides a structure for the lease and instructs how it will be implemented for the duration of the tenancy.
This case study looks at how Frasers Property Australia are creating places that support healthier lives.
This case study discusses how KPMG is embedding corporate sustainability in its organisation.
This case study discusses HFM Asset Management and its desire to lead by example with efficient lighting, electric vehicles and energy monitoring.
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