Why go green?
Spurred on by the prospect of extreme weather patterns, global water shortages and depleted energy resources, international support for environmentally sustainable development (ESD) is growing.
Wherever you are building, the pressure for green building practices can only increase. Some countries have already enshrined them in legislation and others will follow.
The upsides are considerable. Green buildings are better for the environment, more comfortable and productive to occupy and often more innovative than traditional designs.
Factor in the cost savings; of up to 50% for overall running costs; and that investors and tenants are now opting for green rated developments. It is easy to understand that the demand for expertise in green building practices is high.
Why ConfluenceGreen?
The logical choice
ESD affects everything from site selection and building orientation to construction waste disposal. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accreditation, for example, gives design and construction equal weighting. As project managers, we are responsible for every stage of a development so we are in a good position to facilitate the integration of green initiatives from end to end and to manage the accreditation process.
Specialist expertise
ConfluenceGreen project managers have been trained in LEED, Green Star, ABGR, BREEAM and Singapore Green Plan 2012 (SGP2012). Each one has different categories, weightings and certification levels. We will help you to navigate the complexities and make sure your development is compliant.
Global knowledge base
Confluence operates in numerous countries, including some where ESD is well established. Whatever the local environmental challenge, our international network of knowledge and experience will suggest a solution based on the latest market intelligence.
Breadth of experience
The ConfluenceGreen team has expertise in many environmental disciplines, including energy efficiency, water management, recycling, innovative design and using environmentally sensitive materials and resources.
Our end to end services
- Advise clients on green options and agree on green targets.
- Work with designers to apply latest ESD principles.
- Navigate the needs of different ratings systems.
- Recognise opportunities for sustainable inclusions during fitout.
- Work with contractors on environmental management plans.
- Provide on-site client representation to ensure environmental targets are met.
- Manage the accreditation process.
- Advise on future ongoing verification and achievement of targets.