In 2021, UK commercial properties contributed on average, 20% of carbon emissions, according to a report published by the Committee on Climate Change.
Furthermore, in larger cities, including London, commercial buildings were responsible for more than 70% of the city’s emissions on a whole.
It’s understandable why some companies and groups are now paying closer attention to how sustainable buildings can be built. This brief read discusses how commercial buildings can be built in a more sustainable way.
While smart technology in residential properties is becoming more common, it especially offers a string of benefits for commercial ones.
For instance, controls for heating and cooling can offer notable savings to both business owners and tenants, as well as helping to curb the amount of energy used. Tracking energy expenditure this way, in addition to using technology to intuitively adapt without constantly making changes manually – will help in lowering the amount of energy used throughout the year and, as a result, lower energy costs.
Green roofing generally refers to rooftop planting, which means a range of benefits for commercial property owners. For one, a rooftop garden will make the building look more appealing to all the occupants, businesspeople, and staff as well as visitors.
And will provide certain environmental benefits.
Green roofs can also act as a rainwater buffer, helping to purify the air since they absorb carbon dioxide. They might also help in saving energy, regulating internal building temperature more effectively and even encourage better biodiversity in the surrounding area.
Green roofing may also protect the materials underneath the building from certain elements. This can effectively extend the lifespan of the roof by at least a few decades, making it a more viable investment for potential buyers or investors. Plants and greenery contain high levels of moisture, so they can also act as a fire deterrent in an emergency. A green roof is also very low maintenance, so it’s a win-win no matter how you look at it.
The use of sustainable materials should be a key part of any green building project as it reduces the environmental impact of the build. The materials used will have a desirable effect on the energy efficiency of the commercial building as well.
From recycled materials to more innovative solutions such as plant-based insulation foams, there are many eco-friendly materials and build solutions to help architects, builders and designers come up with a more sustainable building.
Solar panels are a low-risk investment. Solar is also a highly practical solution for any commercial building owner as their cost-efficiency is second to none. Apart from getting eco-friendly energy in your building, you’ll even attract more new clients and visitors, as caring for the environment is something most people can easily identify with.
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Data standardisation refers to using consistent methods for collecting data, although this is a very basic and somewhat generic description of what it truly is. If we delve in deeper, data standardisation is the process used for transforming data to fit a constrained and predefined set of values – ultimately, relying on uniformity to improve efficiencies.
Data standardisation refers to using consistent methods for collecting data, although this is a very basic and somewhat generic description of what it truly is. If we delve in deeper, data standardisation is the process used for transforming data to fit a constrained and predefined set of values – ultimately, relying on uniformity to improve efficiencies.
The previous year was a roller coaster for the commercial property sector, with both landlords and tenants facing unique challenges. It looks like 2023 is also going to be a challenging year for landlords – with the higher increased rates and Section 21 changes, for instance – and for tenants as well, who are finding it to keep up with rental demands owing to the inflation and the current cost-of-living crisis.
When an economic shock or recession hits, all properties are impacted. However, commercial properties must bear most of the brunt because a lower demand in the building, sale, and letting of commercial properties means that businesses cannot function as effectively and contribute to the economy as they normally would.
There’s no escaping technology and the impact it has had on our lives, making everything from ordering something online to power up our home appliances from several miles away really easy. Technology has also fundamentally changed how landlords and letting agencies, for example, buy, manage, and operate spaces – making lives easier for tech-savvy homeowners and demanding tenants alike.
The public at large believes that housing inspections should be in the hands of local councils – at least, according to this survey. Conducted by the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) reported that 59% of the public are in favour of Building Inspections by local councils, while 23.4% support private inspections.
The UK happens to be the most influential property technology or ‘PropTech’ hub in the world, despite Brexit-related problems and uncertainty. As well as the global pandemic, which hit the UK just as hard as some of the worst-hit countries.
The commercial property sector has an important role to play in the UK economy, not only in terms of a direct and indirect output generator, but also in terms of helping retailers, financial services and other businesses boost production.
Technology can transform facilities management (FM), helping you save on costs and drive efficiencies. For many businesses and organisations, their three main expenses are: Employees, Technology, Facilities. However, in the rush to recruit talent and keep up with new technology, organisations can end up overlooking their facilities.
Facilities managers must adapt to changing recommendations, regulations and legislation. There has been Government consultation for the Future Buildings Standard, on proposed changes to fuel and power conservation and ventilation in building regulations.
