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KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Creating_more_socially_just_and_diverse_cities 2020-10-07T09:41:31Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Social-equality.png]]&lt;br /&gt;<br /> People experience the built environment differently according to who they are. Design, planning and management decisions can enhance or restrict a sense of belonging and can add or remove real or imagined barriers between people and communities. Inclusive and cohesive communities are created by acknowledging and responding to a complex a mix of social, cultural and economic needs surrounding race, faith, class, gender, income, age and many more.<br /> <br /> The Black Lives Matters movement has brought attention to the uncomfortable truth that racism is still a prominent part of our modern society and is deeply ingrained across many industries. The built environment sector is no exception. The design teams tasked with creating our internal and external environments often lack the diversity that characterises the communities they design for. London is identified as the most ethnically diverse region in England and Wales in the 2011 census, with 40.2% of its residents identifying as either Asian, Black, Mixed or Other ethnic groups. Recent [https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/architecture-is-systemically-racist-so-what-is-the-profession-going-to-do-about-it AJ100 findings] show a large discrepancy between the census data and the composition of the largest UK design practices (mostly London based) in which only 11% of architects are from BAME backgrounds. The implications of this disconnect was highlighted recently when, out of the 110 architecture firms selected for the 2018 Southwark Council’s new architectural framework, not a single one was led by a black architect, even though 25% of the borough’s population is black and 46% is non-white.<br /> <br /> Design teams are not big enough to represent everyone that they design for in equal measure but diversity within the industry helps shape a work environment with space for critical interrogation. Inequality will continue to be designed into our buildings and public spaces if diversity is not invited into design teams, and will result in reduced opportunities for many members of our communities. This is highlighted by Dr Bridget Snaith’s [https://issuu.com/shapelandscapearchitects/docs/the_queen_elizabeth_park__whose_val research] that focussed on the under-representation of ethnic minorities as park users in the UK. A core conclusion was that design teams often fail to recognise that their own spatial practices and preferences of the purpose of a park is culturally biased and not universally shared, particularly across ethnic dimensions. This design bias has contributed to significant disparities within the ethnic make-up of the users of the park compared to the local community. For example, the catchment area of the northern area of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is established as 60% non-white ethnicities, while non-white ethnicities only make up between 22-40% of the park’s users.<br /> <br /> The world cannot be sustainable in the absence of equality and diversity. As sustainability consultants, KLH recognise that we have a responsibility to shape change and be an active participant in the transformation to a more just future with equal opportunities for all. We want to guide our clients and colleagues to understand that more diverse design teams and meaningful community engagement is key to reflect the heterogeneity of needs within the environments we create. However, how can we do that when we ourselves are an all-white practice? How can we justify our commitment as an equal opportunities employer with such a limited ethnic diversity within our team?<br /> <br /> I have recently been learning about the barriers to access for the underrepresented BAME communities and how we as a practice can overcome these hurdles. We have sought advice from [http://www.bpicnetwork.com/ BPIC] (Black Professionals in Construction). As a result, we are excited to be launching our Equality and Diversity Internship Programme in 2021 to provide opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to experience what a career in sustainability could look like. We will continue to partner with organisation like BPIC, to ensure our internship programme is not just a ‘flash in the pan’.<br /> <br /> KLH hope that, in this way, we can play our part in the fight toward fairer representation and true equality in our sector, and we know that as a result, the places we create will be even better.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> --[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 10:29, 07 Oct 2020 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:People]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Social-equality.png 2020-10-07T09:41:02Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: social equality</p> <hr /> <div>social equality</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F 2020-10-07T09:39:16Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Carbon-sequestration.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Humans are responsible for artificially mobilising carbon from ancient biomass reserves and releasing it into the dynamic carbon cycle as atmospheric carbon dioxide. This is the root cause of our current climate crisis. We can slow, and in some cases stop, the rate at which we are releasing carbon into the atmosphere, but are we able to reverse it?<br /> <br /> Carbon sequestration refers to the capture and storage of carbon that would otherwise be emitted into or remain in the earth’s atmosphere. Nature’s most obvious method of carbon capture is carried out by plants in the process of photosynthesis. Plants store this captured carbon as biomass. When plants die this biomass is decomposed and carbon is transferred into soils where carbon reserves can build up. In this way, plants act as the gateway for carbon to be stored in other non-living components of the ecosystem.<br /> <br /> The ambition of achieving “net-zero” is becoming increasingly common in the built environment industry and although meanings differ from project to project, the idea is that a development can achieve an overall balance between carbon released into and removed from the atmosphere.<br /> <br /> As we introduce concepts such as the Green Space Factor and net biodiversity gain into planning decisions, should we also create a common methodology to help designers develop carbon sequestering urban landscapes, as part of a net-zero carbon approach?<br /> <br /> Quantifying carbon capture and storage of ecosystems is a complex task and currently there is not a simple go-to methodology to do so. Firstly, rates of photosynthesis are very variable and depend on a number of factors relating to the individual plant such as species and age, as well as the surrounding conditions of the plant, including solar energy input, temperature and moisture levels, nutrient availability and many more. Adding to this complexity, not all carbon that is captured will become stored as some is released back to the atmosphere through natural processes such as respiration of plants and soil dwelling microorganisms, and human factors such as bad practice land management.<br /> <br /> There are some tools available on the market that aim to simplify this calculation, using simple data such as tree diameter and species type. Unfortunately, an increase in simplicity often leads to loss of accuracy and results that are highly variable from tool to tool. This simplicity also discourages good green spaces management if the positive effects are not going to be reflected in results. On the other hand, a tool that is too complex is unlikely to be used appropriately, if at all.<br /> <br /> There is an opportunity for scientists, consultants and developers to create a tool that that is easy to use and produces accurate and valid results using a standardised methodology. This tool could change the way that built environment professionals view green spaces, not just as somewhere attractive spend time, but as a key player in the climate emergency and a vital component of any development.<br /> <br /> KLH are exploring carbon sequestration approaches and strategies with a number of our clients and would love to hear from others that are working in this field - whether you are an academic researcher, a practitioner or simply an interested party, [http://klhsustainability.com/contact/ please get in touch!]<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 09:55, 07 Oct 2020 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:Sustainability]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Carbon-sequestration.jpg 2020-10-07T09:38:43Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Carbon-sequestration</p> <hr /> <div>Carbon-sequestration</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2020-10-07T09:35:29Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>== Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Creating_more_socially_just_and_diverse_cities Create more socially just and diverse cities]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F Can carbon sequestration in urban landscapes form part of a net-zero carbon approach to development?]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]]<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]]<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]]<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]]<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]]<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]]<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]]<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]]<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue?]]<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]]<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]]<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]]<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]]<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]]<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]]<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate?]]<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]]<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]]<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]]<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]]<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]]<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2020-10-07T09:35:10Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |<br /> <br /> |}<br /> <br /> {|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Our_People|1 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|1.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|1.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|1.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|1.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|2 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Creating_more_socially_just_and_diverse_cities Create more socially just and diverse cities]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F Can carbon sequestration in urban landscapes form part of a net-zero carbon approach to development?]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]]<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]]<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]]<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]]<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]]<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]]<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]]<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]]<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue?]]<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]]<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]]<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]]<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]]<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]]<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]]<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate?]]<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]]<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]]<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]]<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]]<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]]<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2020-10-07T09:33:52Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |<br /> <br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [http://klhsustainability.com/news/2-quarter-2020/creating-more-socially-just-and-diverse-cities/ Create more socially just and diverse cities]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F Can carbon sequestration in urban landscapes form part of a net-zero carbon approach to development?]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]]<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]]<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]]<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]]<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]]<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]]<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]]<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]]<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue?]]<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]]<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]]<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]]<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]]<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]]<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]]<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate?]]<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]]<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]]<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]]<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]]<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]]<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2020-10-07T09:32:37Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> {|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [http://klhsustainability.com/news/2-quarter-2020/creating-more-socially-just-and-diverse-cities/ Create more socially just and diverse cities]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F Can carbon sequestration in urban landscapes form part of a net-zero carbon approach to development?]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2020-10-07T09:31:22Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Our_People|1 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|1.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|1.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|1.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|1.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|2 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [http://klhsustainability.com/news/2-quarter-2020/creating-more-socially-just-and-diverse-cities/ Create more socially just and diverse cities]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F Can carbon sequestration in urban landscapes form part of a net-zero carbon approach to development?]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Creating_more_socially_just_and_diverse_cities 2020-10-07T09:29:47Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;People experience the built environment differently according to who they are. Design, planning and management decisions can enhance or restrict a sense of belonging and can add ...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>People experience the built environment differently according to who they are. Design, planning and management decisions can enhance or restrict a sense of belonging and can add or remove real or imagined barriers between people and communities. Inclusive and cohesive communities are created by acknowledging and responding to a complex a mix of social, cultural and economic needs surrounding race, faith, class, gender, income, age and many more.<br /> <br /> The Black Lives Matters movement has brought attention to the uncomfortable truth that racism is still a prominent part of our modern society and is deeply ingrained across many industries. The built environment sector is no exception. The design teams tasked with creating our internal and external environments often lack the diversity that characterises the communities they design for. London is identified as the most ethnically diverse region in England and Wales in the 2011 census, with 40.2% of its residents identifying as either Asian, Black, Mixed or Other ethnic groups. Recent [https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/architecture-is-systemically-racist-so-what-is-the-profession-going-to-do-about-it AJ100 findings] show a large discrepancy between the census data and the composition of the largest UK design practices (mostly London based) in which only 11% of architects are from BAME backgrounds. The implications of this disconnect was highlighted recently when, out of the 110 architecture firms selected for the 2018 Southwark Council’s new architectural framework, not a single one was led by a black architect, even though 25% of the borough’s population is black and 46% is non-white.<br /> <br /> Design teams are not big enough to represent everyone that they design for in equal measure but diversity within the industry helps shape a work environment with space for critical interrogation. Inequality will continue to be designed into our buildings and public spaces if diversity is not invited into design teams, and will result in reduced opportunities for many members of our communities. This is highlighted by Dr Bridget Snaith’s [https://issuu.com/shapelandscapearchitects/docs/the_queen_elizabeth_park__whose_val research] that focussed on the under-representation of ethnic minorities as park users in the UK. A core conclusion was that design teams often fail to recognise that their own spatial practices and preferences of the purpose of a park is culturally biased and not universally shared, particularly across ethnic dimensions. This design bias has contributed to significant disparities within the ethnic make-up of the users of the park compared to the local community. For example, the catchment area of the northern area of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is established as 60% non-white ethnicities, while non-white ethnicities only make up between 22-40% of the park’s users.<br /> <br /> The world cannot be sustainable in the absence of equality and diversity. As sustainability consultants, KLH recognise that we have a responsibility to shape change and be an active participant in the transformation to a more just future with equal opportunities for all. We want to guide our clients and colleagues to understand that more diverse design teams and meaningful community engagement is key to reflect the heterogeneity of needs within the environments we create. However, how can we do that when we ourselves are an all-white practice? How can we justify our commitment as an equal opportunities employer with such a limited ethnic diversity within our team?<br /> <br /> I have recently been learning about the barriers to access for the underrepresented BAME communities and how we as a practice can overcome these hurdles. We have sought advice from [http://www.bpicnetwork.com/ BPIC] (Black Professionals in Construction). As a result, we are excited to be launching our Equality and Diversity Internship Programme in 2021 to provide opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to experience what a career in sustainability could look like. We will continue to partner with organisation like BPIC, to ensure our internship programme is not just a ‘flash in the pan’.<br /> <br /> KLH hope that, in this way, we can play our part in the fight toward fairer representation and true equality in our sector, and we know that as a result, the places we create will be even better.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 10:29, 07 Oct 2020 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:People]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2020-10-07T09:26:27Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>== Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F Can carbon sequestration in urban landscapes form part of a net-zero carbon approach to development?]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2020-10-07T09:25:57Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Our_People|1 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|1.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|1.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|1.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|1.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|2 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F Can carbon sequestration in urban landscapes form part of a net-zero carbon approach to development?]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F 2020-10-07T08:57:22Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>Humans are responsible for artificially mobilising carbon from ancient biomass reserves and releasing it into the dynamic carbon cycle as atmospheric carbon dioxide. This is the root cause of our current climate crisis. We can slow, and in some cases stop, the rate at which we are releasing carbon into the atmosphere, but are we able to reverse it?<br /> <br /> Carbon sequestration refers to the capture and storage of carbon that would otherwise be emitted into or remain in the earth’s atmosphere. Nature’s most obvious method of carbon capture is carried out by plants in the process of photosynthesis. Plants store this captured carbon as biomass. When plants die this biomass is decomposed and carbon is transferred into soils where carbon reserves can build up. In this way, plants act as the gateway for carbon to be stored in other non-living components of the ecosystem.<br /> <br /> The ambition of achieving “net-zero” is becoming increasingly common in the built environment industry and although meanings differ from project to project, the idea is that a development can achieve an overall balance between carbon released into and removed from the atmosphere.<br /> <br /> As we introduce concepts such as the Green Space Factor and net biodiversity gain into planning decisions, should we also create a common methodology to help designers develop carbon sequestering urban landscapes, as part of a net-zero carbon approach?<br /> <br /> Quantifying carbon capture and storage of ecosystems is a complex task and currently there is not a simple go-to methodology to do so. Firstly, rates of photosynthesis are very variable and depend on a number of factors relating to the individual plant such as species and age, as well as the surrounding conditions of the plant, including solar energy input, temperature and moisture levels, nutrient availability and many more. Adding to this complexity, not all carbon that is captured will become stored as some is released back to the atmosphere through natural processes such as respiration of plants and soil dwelling microorganisms, and human factors such as bad practice land management.<br /> <br /> There are some tools available on the market that aim to simplify this calculation, using simple data such as tree diameter and species type. Unfortunately, an increase in simplicity often leads to loss of accuracy and results that are highly variable from tool to tool. This simplicity also discourages good green spaces management if the positive effects are not going to be reflected in results. On the other hand, a tool that is too complex is unlikely to be used appropriately, if at all.<br /> <br /> There is an opportunity for scientists, consultants and developers to create a tool that that is easy to use and produces accurate and valid results using a standardised methodology. This tool could change the way that built environment professionals view green spaces, not just as somewhere attractive spend time, but as a key player in the climate emergency and a vital component of any development.<br /> <br /> KLH are exploring carbon sequestration approaches and strategies with a number of our clients and would love to hear from others that are working in this field - whether you are an academic researcher, a practitioner or simply an interested party, [http://klhsustainability.com/contact/ please get in touch!]<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 09:55, 07 Oct 2020 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:Sustainability]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Can_carbon_sequestration_in_urban_landscapes_form_part_of_a_net-zero_carbon_approach_to_development%3F 2020-10-07T08:55:28Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;Humans are responsible for artificially mobilising carbon from ancient biomass reserves and releasing it into the dynamic carbon cycle as atmospheric carbon dioxide. This is the ...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>Humans are responsible for artificially mobilising carbon from ancient biomass reserves and releasing it into the dynamic carbon cycle as atmospheric carbon dioxide. This is the root cause of our current climate crisis. We can slow, and in some cases stop, the rate at which we are releasing carbon into the atmosphere, but are we able to reverse it?<br /> <br /> Carbon sequestration refers to the capture and storage of carbon that would otherwise be emitted into or remain in the earth’s atmosphere. Nature’s most obvious method of carbon capture is carried out by plants in the process of photosynthesis. Plants store this captured carbon as biomass. When plants die this biomass is decomposed and carbon is transferred into soils where carbon reserves can build up. In this way, plants act as the gateway for carbon to be stored in other non-living components of the ecosystem.<br /> <br /> The ambition of achieving “net-zero” is becoming increasingly common in the built environment industry and although meanings differ from project to project, the idea is that a development can achieve an overall balance between carbon released into and removed from the atmosphere.<br /> <br /> As we introduce concepts such as the Green Space Factor and net biodiversity gain into planning decisions, should we also create a common methodology to help designers develop carbon sequestering urban landscapes, as part of a net-zero carbon approach?<br /> <br /> Quantifying carbon capture and storage of ecosystems is a complex task and currently there is not a simple go-to methodology to do so. Firstly, rates of photosynthesis are very variable and depend on a number of factors relating to the individual plant such as species and age, as well as the surrounding conditions of the plant, including solar energy input, temperature and moisture levels, nutrient availability and many more. Adding to this complexity, not all carbon that is captured will become stored as some is released back to the atmosphere through natural processes such as respiration of plants and soil dwelling microorganisms, and human factors such as bad practice land management.<br /> <br /> There are some tools available on the market that aim to simplify this calculation, using simple data such as tree diameter and species type. Unfortunately, an increase in simplicity often leads to loss of accuracy and results that are highly variable from tool to tool. This simplicity also discourages good green spaces management if the positive effects are not going to be reflected in results. On the other hand, a tool that is too complex is unlikely to be used appropriately, if at all.<br /> <br /> There is an opportunity for scientists, consultants and developers to create a tool that that is easy to use and produces accurate and valid results using a standardised methodology. This tool could change the way that built environment professionals view green spaces, not just as somewhere attractive spend time, but as a key player in the climate emergency and a vital component of any development.<br /> <br /> We are exploring carbon sequestration approaches and strategies with a number of our clients and would love to hear from others that are working in this field - whether you are an academic researcher, a practitioner or simply an interested party, [http://klhsustainability.com/contact/ please get in touch!]<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 09:55, 07 Oct 2020 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:Sustainability]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_nine_ideas_for_a_more_sustainable_food_factory 2019-08-08T11:27:37Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>= Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory =<br /> <br /> KLH Sustainability have a new project up our sleeve, working on something which has got us quite excited. While we can’t share the details just yet, us and our colleagues at [https://www.integratedfoodprojects.com/ Integrated Food Projects] thought we would introduce some of our research and learnings on the biggest sustainability opportunities within food processing facilities.<br /> <br /> Food processing facilities often have a much higher water and carbon footprint than other building types. This is not only due to their size but is also attributed to their energy-intensive equipment, such as cold storage and/or pasteurisation, and their strict food safety regimes for cleaning and sanitation.<br /> <br /> This following article will explore nine key ideas and numerous sustainable design opportunities through which food factories can minimise environmental impact, improve working conditions and strive for carbon neutrality.<br /> <br /> === 1. Energy demand reduction ===<br /> <br /> Food factories are energy guzzlers requiring exceptional amounts of energy to mass-produce the food we see on the shelves. Their major energy hitters are processing equipment, including production lines’ operation and cleaning, and general factory operations, including space conditioning, ventilation and lighting. Each major contributor comprises many individual energy users, with diverse use profiles and requirements. And while quick wins on energy demand reduction can be identified by considering each contributor individually, greater energy efficiency opportunities arise when considering the full energy demand profiles of the factory, and when investigating the interdependencies among its significant energy uses.<br /> <br /> === Process energy demand reduction ===<br /> <br /> Industrial production usually requires some form of process heating for activities such as distillation, evaporation, drying, etc. Process heating operations are responsible for approximately 70% of the manufacturing sector’s energy use, while the food industry is estimated to account for about 26% of the EU’s total energy consumption. Capturing waste heat can save money and energy, and can be achieved through various waste heat recovery (WHR) technologies. WHR systems consist of heat exchangers and can be built into a new plant or retrofitted to existing plants. It is estimated that, depending on the process, energy wastage from freezing and canning in fruit and vegetable processing is between 10% and 45%. With rising fuel costs, estimates show WHR payback periods are as low as 2-3 years. Additionally, use of economisers in boiler systems can increase the efficiency by 1% for every 5°C reduction of flue gas temperature. This indicates that the system’s fuel consumption can be reduced by 5–10% with a payback period of less than 2 years.<br /> <br /> Other opportunities to reduce energy demand of the process heat include maximising utilisation, minimising evaporative losses through good insulation, metering, monitoring and regular maintenance.<br /> <br /> === Factory energy demand reduction ===<br /> <br /> Factories are energy intensive buildings. They tend to be spaces of high volume, with sensitive temperature setpoints and high mechanical ventilation rates and lighting requirements, throughout their operating hours.<br /> <br /> Warehouses and vehicle loading can be major sources of heat losses. While provision of lobbies and strip curtains, air locks, or insulated shutter doors can reduce heat loss, even greater benefits can be achieved by coupling vehicles to buildings by a dock seal, notably when coupled to a temperature-controlled loading bay or holding area.<br /> <br /> Placing rooms with low temperature setpoints, or containing cold storage, adjacent to one another, or increasing internal wall insulation to minimise heat transfer, can lead to significant energy demand reductions, considering the 24/7 cooling requirements for key ingredients and products.<br /> <br /> Careful and selective glazing positioning can provide significant wellbeing and energy benefits in large factory spaces. Rather than providing good levels of natural light throughout a facility (which given the higher U-values of glazing compared to solid walls can lead to significant reduction in thermal performance) it is sensible to prioritise glazing in areas where operatives are working, if food safety permits, such as packing areas and above engineer’s workstations, rather than areas of automated processing lines, where operatives are just passing through for quality checks.<br /> <br /> === 2. Balanced energy distribution ===<br /> <br /> Typically, factory cooling is provided using chillers, whose waste heat output would be rejected into the atmosphere, and heating is generated from a separate system, thereby creating an open jaw duplication of energy generation. Food factories have a unique energy characteristic: they generally require both heat and coolth in large quantities at the same time or within a reasonable buffer range. This presents the opportunity to introduce a closed loop waste-heat recovery system which uses the cooling waste heat to preheat air or water, and, consequently, reduce the factory’s heating demand.<br /> <br /> Additional energy balancing opportunities comprise pre-cooling/heating of spaces at times of low power demand, such as during night shifts.<br /> <br /> === 3. Low and zero carbon technologies ===<br /> <br /> Factories are typically located in low density industrial areas with low-rise buildings, and good distribution links. The low density of their surrounds may prove ideal for large scale wind turbines, thereby improving the local renewable energy infrastructure, and offering a zero-carbon energy source for the factories.<br /> <br /> Considering the sheer size and footprint of many factories, their extensive roof area is perfect for roof-mounted photovoltaic arrays. Coupling the PVs with a green roof can also improve the building thermal performance and provide a more thermally comfortable environment, therefore reducing winter heating and summer cooling needs and costs.<br /> <br /> === 4. Hidden carbon ===<br /> <br /> When we think of carbon, we usually think of gas and electricity consumption. Maybe, some of us think about cows farting too, as one tonne of methane has the same global warming potential (GWP) as 28 tonnes of carbon. But there are other colourless, odourless gases in buildings which we tend to overlook: refrigerants.<br /> <br /> Modern cooling systems can use multiple refrigerants, with hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) being the norm, since they replaced the pesky chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), responsible for the ozone hole and banned under the Montreal Protocol 1987. However, these refrigerants often have a high GWP of over 1400, and even those deemed “low GWP”, such as the HFOs (Hydroflouro Olefins) often need to be blended with HFCs for commercial application thereby leading to coolants with a GWP of around 1000.<br /> <br /> Of course, the GWP of the refrigerants is only an issue if they escape the system and leak into the atmosphere, but therein lies the problem, as annual gas leak rates in refrigeration systems can be around 25%!<br /> <br /> Natural refrigerants such as ammonia and hydrocarbon with no or negligible GWP are available in commercial systems and can operate in temperature ranges far greater than their alternatives. The added benefit of this is that heat pump solutions using such refrigerants can operate in higher temperatures, and therefore, become more attractive for industrial installations.<br /> <br /> === 5. Design for future factory expansion, product adaptability and facility flexibility ===<br /> <br /> Due to the value of assets and bespoke nature of production, factories are typically owned and operated over a long lifetime. It is therefore in the best interest of the organisation to futureproof the facility to be able to respond to changing customer demands, including factory expansion, product adaptations or future regulations e.g. packaging restrictions.<br /> <br /> Avoiding functional obsolescence requires careful planning and holistic decision making in the very early design stages.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> Most importantly, all ‘permanent’ factory elements which are expected to remain over its entire lifetime and not require replacement – foundations and structural frame – should be designed to accommodate potential future loadings, equipment replacement and factory expansion.&lt;br /&gt;<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> Designing-in the ability to expand in the future not only means leaving the necessary space on the site, but also means selecting façade systems which can be easily removed and reused post expansion and potentially designing-in extra capacity at structural connection points to reduce the need for structural reinforcing post expansion. Designing for future expansion requires keeping good records of the structural capacity, materiality and as-built design. Material passport software such as “Buildings as Material Banks” or “Madaster” can be integrated into the project BIM model to record all construction information necessary to enable future low impact renovation or deconstruction.<br /> <br /> === 6. People-focused factories – health and wellbeing of employees ===<br /> <br /> Factories are typically perceived as sterile, dismal, equipment-focused facilities with little consideration for the people who work in them and with the rise of robotics and automation in the food industry, the number of factory workers, in particular with repetitive, low-skilled roles have reduced. However, in a modern food factory, you will still find essential roles such as engineers, quality control technicians, logistics coordinators, cleaners, packers and forklift drivers.<br /> <br /> The remote, often noisy and low-employee density of food factory operations makes it even more important to incorporate quiet “oases” within the design of a factory. Providing wellness areas with access to daylight and views out, amenity spaces and a canteen offering healthy food options for employee use, supports informal interaction between employees, thereby promoting a sense of community and improving productivity.<br /> <br /> Even seemingly small things like ensuring factory and office staff use the same entrance on a daily basis can have a significant impact on employee health and happiness<br /> <br /> === 7. Water footprinting ===<br /> <br /> As with the factory energy profile, the vast majority of factories’ water demand is driven by the process operations. Unlike the term carbon footprint, water footprint is still a relatively new concept, and one which is possibly more challenging to quantify and tackle than a carbon footprint, as the impact of any water use will vary, depending on the local availability of freshwater. Common water-hungry factory processes including cleaning of distribution lines and processing equipment, transportation of easily bruising food, and continuous water cooling of equipment. Opportunities to reduce water demand in the first instance include ice pigging to clean the inside of pipes and tubing. Ice-pigging helps reduce the use of harmful cleaning fluids, requires less water than standard pigging, saves time, improves process efficiency and ultimately increases profits.<br /> <br /> A strategy for the local treatment and recycling that considers both the output quality of used water and the input water quality parameters can enable water reuse without excessive, energy intensive treatment and reduce loading on the local sewage system.<br /> <br /> === 8. Circular Economy ===<br /> <br /> The Circular Economy is a sustainability headline on the rise across many industries, as businesses are looking to address the systemic issues behind our current linear economy, based on a “take, make, waste” mentality. For the built environment, this means creating regenerative building designs that prioritise adaptability and the reuse of waste materials and components, while stimulating the local economy and creating new industries in the process. Some of the key themes which can be applied to the food production industry are: avoiding the use of composite, non-recyclable, or virgin materials, identifying local recycling routes and engaging with the supply chain to promote packaging reuse or development of take back schemes.<br /> <br /> === 9. Employee transportation ===<br /> <br /> Factories can be located in remote areas with limited access to sustainable transportation options, meaning employees and visitors access factories via single-person vehicles. Following assessment of the surrounding transport infrastructure and the existing barriers to using sustainable transportation, food factories can be designed to accommodate and promote the use of alternative transport. For example, by designing safe access routes for bicycles, providing electric vehicle charging stations or running a shuttle from the nearest public transport link, factory infrastructure can support the use of sustainable transport. Additionally, by promoting active travel via incentives such as a cycle to work scheme or a carpooling points system, a factory can reduce the number of vehicles on the road, thereby reducing congestion, carbon emissions and improving air quality.<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 12:22, 08 Aug 2019 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:International]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Water]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Design]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-08-08T11:24:06Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>== Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-08-08T11:23:52Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Our_People|1 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|1.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|1.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|1.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|1.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|2 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_9_Ideas_for_a_more_Sustainable_Food_Factory Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory]<br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Top_nine_ideas_for_a_more_sustainable_food_factory 2019-08-08T11:22:08Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;= Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory = KLH Sustainability have a new project up our sleeve, working on something which has got us quite excited. While we can’t sh...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>= Top 9 Ideas for a more Sustainable Food Factory =<br /> <br /> KLH Sustainability have a new project up our sleeve, working on something which has got us quite excited. While we can’t share the details just yet, us and our colleagues at [https://www.integratedfoodprojects.com/ Integrated Food Projects] thought we would introduce some of our research and learnings on the biggest sustainability opportunities within food processing facilities.<br /> <br /> Food processing facilities often have a much higher water and carbon footprint than other building types. This is not only due to their size but is also attributed to their energy-intensive equipment, such as cold storage and/or pasteurisation, and their strict food safety regimes for cleaning and sanitation.<br /> <br /> This following article will explore nine key ideas and numerous sustainable design opportunities through which food factories can minimise environmental impact, improve working conditions and strive for carbon neutrality.<br /> <br /> === 1. Energy demand reduction ===<br /> <br /> Food factories are energy guzzlers requiring exceptional amounts of energy to mass-produce the food we see on the shelves. Their major energy hitters are processing equipment, including production lines’ operation and cleaning, and general factory operations, including space conditioning, ventilation and lighting. Each major contributor comprises many individual energy users, with diverse use profiles and requirements. And while quick wins on energy demand reduction can be identified by considering each contributor individually, greater energy efficiency opportunities arise when considering the full energy demand profiles of the factory, and when investigating the interdependencies among its significant energy uses.<br /> <br /> === Process energy demand reduction ===<br /> <br /> Industrial production usually requires some form of process heating for activities such as distillation, evaporation, drying, etc. Process heating operations are responsible for approximately 70% of the manufacturing sector’s energy use, while the food industry is estimated to account for about 26% of the EU’s total energy consumption. Capturing waste heat can save money and energy, and can be achieved through various waste heat recovery (WHR) technologies. WHR systems consist of heat exchangers and can be built into a new plant or retrofitted to existing plants. It is estimated that, depending on the process, energy wastage from freezing and canning in fruit and vegetable processing is between 10% and 45%. With rising fuel costs, estimates show WHR payback periods are as low as 2-3 years. Additionally, use of economisers in boiler systems can increase the efficiency by 1% for every 5°C reduction of flue gas temperature. This indicates that the system’s fuel consumption can be reduced by 5–10% with a payback period of less than 2 years.<br /> <br /> Other opportunities to reduce energy demand of the process heat include maximising utilisation, minimising evaporative losses through good insulation, metering, monitoring and regular maintenance.<br /> <br /> === Factory energy demand reduction ===<br /> <br /> Factories are energy intensive buildings. They tend to be spaces of high volume, with sensitive temperature setpoints and high mechanical ventilation rates and lighting requirements, throughout their operating hours.<br /> <br /> Warehouses and vehicle loading can be major sources of heat losses. While provision of lobbies and strip curtains, air locks, or insulated shutter doors can reduce heat loss, even greater benefits can be achieved by coupling vehicles to buildings by a dock seal, notably when coupled to a temperature-controlled loading bay or holding area.<br /> <br /> Placing rooms with low temperature setpoints, or containing cold storage, adjacent to one another, or increasing internal wall insulation to minimise heat transfer, can lead to significant energy demand reductions, considering the 24/7 cooling requirements for key ingredients and products.<br /> <br /> Careful and selective glazing positioning can provide significant wellbeing and energy benefits in large factory spaces. Rather than providing good levels of natural light throughout a facility (which given the higher U-values of glazing compared to solid walls can lead to significant reduction in thermal performance) it is sensible to prioritise glazing in areas where operatives are working, if food safety permits, such as packing areas and above engineer’s workstations, rather than areas of automated processing lines, where operatives are just passing through for quality checks.<br /> <br /> === 2. Balanced energy distribution ===<br /> <br /> Typically, factory cooling is provided using chillers, whose waste heat output would be rejected into the atmosphere, and heating is generated from a separate system, thereby creating an open jaw duplication of energy generation. Food factories have a unique energy characteristic: they generally require both heat and coolth in large quantities at the same time or within a reasonable buffer range. This presents the opportunity to introduce a closed loop waste-heat recovery system which uses the cooling waste heat to preheat air or water, and, consequently, reduce the factory’s heating demand.<br /> <br /> Additional energy balancing opportunities comprise pre-cooling/heating of spaces at times of low power demand, such as during night shifts.<br /> <br /> === 3. Low and zero carbon technologies ===<br /> <br /> Factories are typically located in low density industrial areas with low-rise buildings, and good distribution links. The low density of their surrounds may prove ideal for large scale wind turbines, thereby improving the local renewable energy infrastructure, and offering a zero-carbon energy source for the factories.<br /> <br /> Considering the sheer size and footprint of many factories, their extensive roof area is perfect for roof-mounted photovoltaic arrays. Coupling the PVs with a green roof can also improve the building thermal performance and provide a more thermally comfortable environment, therefore reducing winter heating and summer cooling needs and costs.<br /> <br /> === 4. Hidden carbon ===<br /> <br /> When we think of carbon, we usually think of gas and electricity consumption. Maybe, some of us think about cows farting too, as one tonne of methane has the same global warming potential (GWP) as 28 tonnes of carbon. But there are other colourless, odourless gases in buildings which we tend to overlook: refrigerants.<br /> <br /> Modern cooling systems can use multiple refrigerants, with hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) being the norm, since they replaced the pesky chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), responsible for the ozone hole and banned under the Montreal Protocol 1987. However, these refrigerants often have a high GWP of over 1400, and even those deemed “low GWP”, such as the HFOs (Hydroflouro Olefins) often need to be blended with HFCs for commercial application thereby leading to coolants with a GWP of around 1000.<br /> <br /> Of course, the GWP of the refrigerants is only an issue if they escape the system and leak into the atmosphere, but therein lies the problem, as annual gas leak rates in refrigeration systems can be around 25%!<br /> <br /> Natural refrigerants such as ammonia and hydrocarbon with no or negligible GWP are available in commercial systems and can operate in temperature ranges far greater than their alternatives. The added benefit of this is that heat pump solutions using such refrigerants can operate in higher temperatures, and therefore, become more attractive for industrial installations.<br /> <br /> === 5. Design for future factory expansion, product adaptability and facility flexibility ===<br /> <br /> Due to the value of assets and bespoke nature of production, factories are typically owned and operated over a long lifetime. It is therefore in the best interest of the organisation to futureproof the facility to be able to respond to changing customer demands, including factory expansion, product adaptations or future regulations e.g. packaging restrictions.<br /> <br /> Avoiding functional obsolescence requires careful planning and holistic decision making in the very early design stages.<br /> <br /> Most importantly, all ‘permanent’ factory elements which are expected to remain over its entire lifetime and not require replacement – foundations and structural frame – should be designed to accommodate potential future loadings, equipment replacement and factory expansion.<br /> <br /> Designing-in the ability to expand in the future not only means leaving the necessary space on the site, but also means selecting façade systems which can be easily removed and reused post expansion and potentially designing-in extra capacity at structural connection points to reduce the need for structural reinforcing post expansion. Designing for future expansion requires keeping good records of the structural capacity, materiality and as-built design. Material passport software such as “Buildings as Material Banks” or “Madaster” can be integrated into the project BIM model to record all construction information necessary to enable future low impact renovation or deconstruction.<br /> <br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> 6. People-focused factories – health and wellbeing of employees&lt;br /&gt;<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> Factories are typically perceived as sterile, dismal, equipment-focused facilities with little consideration for the people who work in them and with the rise of robotics and automation in the food industry, the number of factory workers, in particular with repetitive, low-skilled roles have reduced. However, in a modern food factory, you will still find essential roles such as engineers, quality control technicians, logistics coordinators, cleaners, packers and forklift drivers.<br /> <br /> The remote, often noisy and low-employee density of food factory operations makes it even more important to incorporate quiet “oases” within the design of a factory. Providing wellness areas with access to daylight and views out, amenity spaces and a canteen offering healthy food options for employee use, supports informal interaction between employees, thereby promoting a sense of community and improving productivity.<br /> <br /> Even seemingly small things like ensuring factory and office staff use the same entrance on a daily basis can have a significant impact on employee health and happiness<br /> <br /> 7. Water footprinting<br /> <br /> As with the factory energy profile, the vast majority of factories’ water demand is driven by the process operations. Unlike the term carbon footprint, water footprint is still a relatively new concept, and one which is possibly more challenging to quantify and tackle than a carbon footprint, as the impact of any water use will vary, depending on the local availability of freshwater. Common water-hungry factory processes including cleaning of distribution lines and processing equipment, transportation of easily bruising food, and continuous water cooling of equipment. Opportunities to reduce water demand in the first instance include ice pigging to clean the inside of pipes and tubing. Ice-pigging helps reduce the use of harmful cleaning fluids, requires less water than standard pigging, saves time, improves process efficiency and ultimately increases profits.<br /> <br /> A strategy for the local treatment and recycling that considers both the output quality of used water and the input water quality parameters can enable water reuse without excessive, energy intensive treatment and reduce loading on the local sewage system.<br /> <br /> 8. Circular Economy<br /> <br /> The Circular Economy is a sustainability headline on the rise across many industries, as businesses are looking to address the systemic issues behind our current linear economy, based on a “take, make, waste” mentality. For the built environment, this means creating regenerative building designs that prioritise adaptability and the reuse of waste materials and components, while stimulating the local economy and creating new industries in the process. Some of the key themes which can be applied to the food production industry are: avoiding the use of composite, non-recyclable, or virgin materials, identifying local recycling routes and engaging with the supply chain to promote packaging reuse or development of take back schemes.<br /> <br /> 9. Employee transportation<br /> <br /> Factories can be located in remote areas with limited access to sustainable transportation options, meaning employees and visitors access factories via single-person vehicles. Following assessment of the surrounding transport infrastructure and the existing barriers to using sustainable transportation, food factories can be designed to accommodate and promote the use of alternative transport. For example, by designing safe access routes for bicycles, providing electric vehicle charging stations or running a shuttle from the nearest public transport link, factory infrastructure can support the use of sustainable transport. Additionally, by promoting active travel via incentives such as a cycle to work scheme or a carpooling points system, a factory can reduce the number of vehicles on the road, thereby reducing congestion, carbon emissions and improving air quality.<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 12:22, 08 Aug 2019 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:International]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Water]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Design]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-06-21T08:12:23Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>== Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-06-21T08:12:05Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for sustainable construction practices with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-06-21T08:04:05Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> {|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F Is the desire to reduce the embodied carbon of new buildings damaging the UK steel industry?]<br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Is_the_desire_to_reduce_the_embodied_carbon_of_new_buildings_damaging_the_UK_steel_industry%3F 2019-06-21T08:01:24Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;The recent news of the troubled British Steel over in Scunthorpe isn’t the first time the UK steel industry has faced serious financial challenges and whether you believe the U...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>The recent news of the troubled British Steel over in Scunthorpe isn’t the first time the UK steel industry has faced serious financial challenges and whether you believe the UK needs to have a national steel industry or not, the reliance of communities on steel production and the need for steel to support our various industries, from aerospace to construction, is undeniable.<br /> <br /> Previous posts have detailed the contribution of the [http://klhsustainability.com/news/4-quarter-2017/can-concrete-and-steel-ever-be-carbon-neutral/ steel industry to climate change], and when faced with the knowledge that recycled steel has about 30% of the carbon impact of primary steel, it is easy to understand why some developers (and indeed sustainability consultants) believe that specifying increased recycled content in steel sections used in construction, is a great way to reduce the embodied impacts of a building.<br /> <br /> But is this the case?<br /> <br /> Steel is the most widely recycled materials with over 90% of waste steel in the UK captured and recycled. The specification of increased recycled content in construction products is a useful way of supporting those businesses that invest in capturing and recycling waste and to encourage the development of new processing technologies that enables waste to be utilised at a similar level in the value chain i.e. recycled rather than downcycled. With over 90% of steel already captured from the waste stream compared to 9% of plastics and 11% of flat glass, it is easy to see why efforts might better be focussed on driving a step change within these industries rather than pushing the steel industry to further improve recycling and recovery rates.<br /> <br /> The quantity of recycled steel that can be incorporated in a new product is dependant on the production route. There are two main production routes for steel: the Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) and the Electric Arc Furnace (EAF). The BOF route can accommodate up to 35% recycled steel while an EAF can accommodate up to 100% recycled steel. In the UK, three BOFs, one in Scunthorpe and two in Port Talbot, produce about 70% of UK steel, which is not dissimilar to the global production split. Therefore, the quantity of recycled steel that can be incorporated into products is restricted by the very nature of the UK steel production routes.<br /> <br /> The steel industry is generally highly specialised with each steel producer manufacturing a limited range of products. It is the Scunthorpe BOF that specialises in structural steel and rail, with the two BOFs at Port Talbot specialising in other construction products such as facades and floor decking in addition to packaging, oil &amp;amp; gas and automotive. The four EAFs, located within the Sheffield area focus on stainless steel products, oil &amp;amp; gas, aerospace and defence, while a further EAF in Cardiff provides the UK with the 97% recycled content rebar every sustainability consultant loves.<br /> <br /> When structural steel is requested with a recycled content above 35%, the infrastructure is simply not available in the UK to meet this demand, so it is sourced from Europe.<br /> <br /> One producer of structural steel sections via an EAF process is located in Peine, Germany. A quick carbon calculation for a structural steel member produced in Scunthorpe with 35% recycled content and transported to London, indicates the steel in Peine must use at least 80% recycled content to be carbon competitive. 80%.<br /> <br /> And what about the fact that ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS), the low carbon cement replacement is a by-product from BOF steel production?<br /> <br /> Of course, if the UK were to invest in expanding the steel industry, expansion should be through the implementation of more EAFs. Considering that of the 11 million tonnes of scrap steel the UK produce every year, over 9 million tonnes is exported to the EU for recycling, there is clearly an opportunity to obtain more value from local scrap steel. To put this quantity of scrap in context, the UK produced 7.7million tonnes of steel in 2018 with a net import of a further 3.1million tonnes.<br /> <br /> However, rather than insisting on high recycled content in structural steel, which ultimately drives no positive climate impact on a global scale (due to the fact that the majority of steel is already captured at end-of-life and recycled) and potentially contributes to the further decline of the UK steel industry, architects and building owners must seek innovative ways of re-using existing structures and engineers must use ingenuity to deliver the most materially efficient design solutions.<br /> <br /> Meanwhile it is the role of the sustainability consultants to ensure that the externalities of good intentioned decisions are considered and well understood- after all that’s what makes sustainability so interesting!&lt;br /&gt;<br /> &lt;br /&gt;<br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 09:01, 21 Jun 2019 (BST)<br /> <br /> [[Category:International]] [[Category:Policy]] [[Category:Regulations]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Designing_future_heritage_buildings 2019-05-13T09:45:27Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>When ladies and gentlemen were drawing up plans for new homes in the early centuries - sourcing materials from nearby lands, shaking hands with craftsmen to mould custom keystones, laying every brick by hand with care - no one could have imagined how the twenty first century modern building would compare. What was an industry that went to great lengths to create character and resilience through each material selected, each person involved and each individual who lived and loved the place over generations, has transitioned to a wasteful mentality where buildings are built and demolished within a single career. Where along the line did we start treating buildings with the same consumerist mentality as “fast fashion” and stop designing buildings that would be valued for generations as future heritage buildings?<br /> <br /> The beauty of the listed building stock is defined by the lost art of skilled trades and craftspeople whose creative pieces have since been taken over by mass produced manufactured goods. Where carved stone and later terracotta and faience were once highly desirable building materials, they lost fashion when cheaper alternatives such as precast concrete overtook the industry. And with it went the skilled labour force, meaning today’s workforce does not hold the same skillset to reintroduce construction craftsmanship, nor is there a desire to pay a premium for handcrafted traditional materials.<br /> <br /> Stone buildings widely recognised in the UK, most notably along Regent Street in London, represent an important contribution to the heritage building stock made up of localised UK stone primarily from Portland, Dorset. Today however, high-quality stone facades are imported all the way from China, raising concern when these stones eventually need to be replaced. Will these too need to be imported from China to find an exact colour and textural match, or will the whole façade have to be removed and replaced? One of the great values of listed buildings is the inherently localised sourcing which enables selective renovation, reduces transport emissions and supports a local economy.<br /> <br /> The existing UK housing stock is made up primarily by traditional clay brick and lime mortar construction – which given the flexibility of the mortar, can be unbonded, the bricks reused and mortar recycled at a building’s end of life. Modern day brick construction however opt for the cheaper, rigid alternative, Portland cement mortar which cannot be unbonded from the brick and therefore eliminates the opportunity for reuse. And worse yet, selecting brick render introduces a multitude of other building products glued together, creating a composite material which cannot be segregated even for recycling. The UK’s building landscape relies on the traditions of brick construction, though it should not be compromised using rigid glues and mortars that hinder its ability to play a part in the circular economy.<br /> <br /> Time and again people point to the Victorian Terrace as an example of longevity of the building stock. With their bay windows, high floor to ceiling heights and flexible interiors, the Victorian terrace has been lovingly adapted by the modern family. Moreover, the Victorian terrace is rooted to its location through its materiality, from the yellow stock in London to the red brick of Derbyshire, and the warm Bath stone in the south of England. The simple truth is that we rarely see such flexibility in modern design, nor is there such an obvious physical connection to the local surrounds so it is no wonder that we trip and stumble our way toward a circular economy.<br /> <br /> There is a lot to be learned from our existing listed building stock that if reintroduced into modern practice could dramatically reduce the construction sector’s embodied carbon and waste, create social cohesion and extend the lifetime of valuable buildings as material banks. Making careful design choices to suit modern day building needs while sympathetically responding to the history of a site through material choices must be a consideration for all sustainable building design.<br /> <br /> -[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 10:34, 13 May 2019 (BST)<br /> <br /> -----<br /> [[Category:Conservation]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Designing_future_heritage_buildings 2019-05-13T09:45:15Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:959-130x130.png?1417004814|68px|link=https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability]]&lt;br /&gt;<br /> When ladies and gentlemen were drawing up plans for new homes in the early centuries - sourcing materials from nearby lands, shaking hands with craftsmen to mould custom keystones, laying every brick by hand with care - no one could have imagined how the twenty first century modern building would compare. What was an industry that went to great lengths to create character and resilience through each material selected, each person involved and each individual who lived and loved the place over generations, has transitioned to a wasteful mentality where buildings are built and demolished within a single career. Where along the line did we start treating buildings with the same consumerist mentality as “fast fashion” and stop designing buildings that would be valued for generations as future heritage buildings?<br /> <br /> The beauty of the listed building stock is defined by the lost art of skilled trades and craftspeople whose creative pieces have since been taken over by mass produced manufactured goods. Where carved stone and later terracotta and faience were once highly desirable building materials, they lost fashion when cheaper alternatives such as precast concrete overtook the industry. And with it went the skilled labour force, meaning today’s workforce does not hold the same skillset to reintroduce construction craftsmanship, nor is there a desire to pay a premium for handcrafted traditional materials.<br /> <br /> Stone buildings widely recognised in the UK, most notably along Regent Street in London, represent an important contribution to the heritage building stock made up of localised UK stone primarily from Portland, Dorset. Today however, high-quality stone facades are imported all the way from China, raising concern when these stones eventually need to be replaced. Will these too need to be imported from China to find an exact colour and textural match, or will the whole façade have to be removed and replaced? One of the great values of listed buildings is the inherently localised sourcing which enables selective renovation, reduces transport emissions and supports a local economy.<br /> <br /> The existing UK housing stock is made up primarily by traditional clay brick and lime mortar construction – which given the flexibility of the mortar, can be unbonded, the bricks reused and mortar recycled at a building’s end of life. Modern day brick construction however opt for the cheaper, rigid alternative, Portland cement mortar which cannot be unbonded from the brick and therefore eliminates the opportunity for reuse. And worse yet, selecting brick render introduces a multitude of other building products glued together, creating a composite material which cannot be segregated even for recycling. The UK’s building landscape relies on the traditions of brick construction, though it should not be compromised using rigid glues and mortars that hinder its ability to play a part in the circular economy.<br /> <br /> Time and again people point to the Victorian Terrace as an example of longevity of the building stock. With their bay windows, high floor to ceiling heights and flexible interiors, the Victorian terrace has been lovingly adapted by the modern family. Moreover, the Victorian terrace is rooted to its location through its materiality, from the yellow stock in London to the red brick of Derbyshire, and the warm Bath stone in the south of England. The simple truth is that we rarely see such flexibility in modern design, nor is there such an obvious physical connection to the local surrounds so it is no wonder that we trip and stumble our way toward a circular economy.<br /> <br /> There is a lot to be learned from our existing listed building stock that if reintroduced into modern practice could dramatically reduce the construction sector’s embodied carbon and waste, create social cohesion and extend the lifetime of valuable buildings as material banks. Making careful design choices to suit modern day building needs while sympathetically responding to the history of a site through material choices must be a consideration for all sustainable building design.<br /> <br /> -[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 10:34, 13 May 2019 (BST)<br /> <br /> -----<br /> [[Category:Conservation]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-05-13T09:40:41Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William_butcher.jpg|150px|link=File:William_butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Designing_future_heritage_buildings|Designing future heritage buildings]]<br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Designing_future_heritage_buildings 2019-05-13T09:37:49Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>When ladies and gentlemen were drawing up plans for new homes in the early centuries - sourcing materials from nearby lands, shaking hands with craftsmen to mould custom keystones, laying every brick by hand with care - no one could have imagined how the twenty first century modern building would compare. What was an industry that went to great lengths to create character and resilience through each material selected, each person involved and each individual who lived and loved the place over generations, has transitioned to a wasteful mentality where buildings are built and demolished within a single career. Where along the line did we start treating buildings with the same consumerist mentality as “fast fashion” and stop designing buildings that would be valued for generations as future heritage buildings?<br /> <br /> The beauty of the listed building stock is defined by the lost art of skilled trades and craftspeople whose creative pieces have since been taken over by mass produced manufactured goods. Where carved stone and later terracotta and faience were once highly desirable building materials, they lost fashion when cheaper alternatives such as precast concrete overtook the industry. And with it went the skilled labour force, meaning today’s workforce does not hold the same skillset to reintroduce construction craftsmanship, nor is there a desire to pay a premium for handcrafted traditional materials.<br /> <br /> Stone buildings widely recognised in the UK, most notably along Regent Street in London, represent an important contribution to the heritage building stock made up of localised UK stone primarily from Portland, Dorset. Today however, high-quality stone facades are imported all the way from China, raising concern when these stones eventually need to be replaced. Will these too need to be imported from China to find an exact colour and textural match, or will the whole façade have to be removed and replaced? One of the great values of listed buildings is the inherently localised sourcing which enables selective renovation, reduces transport emissions and supports a local economy.<br /> <br /> The existing UK housing stock is made up primarily by traditional clay brick and lime mortar construction – which given the flexibility of the mortar, can be unbonded, the bricks reused and mortar recycled at a building’s end of life. Modern day brick construction however opt for the cheaper, rigid alternative, Portland cement mortar which cannot be unbonded from the brick and therefore eliminates the opportunity for reuse. And worse yet, selecting brick render introduces a multitude of other building products glued together, creating a composite material which cannot be segregated even for recycling. The UK’s building landscape relies on the traditions of brick construction, though it should not be compromised using rigid glues and mortars that hinder its ability to play a part in the circular economy.<br /> <br /> Time and again people point to the Victorian Terrace as an example of longevity of the building stock. With their bay windows, high floor to ceiling heights and flexible interiors, the Victorian terrace has been lovingly adapted by the modern family. Moreover, the Victorian terrace is rooted to its location through its materiality, from the yellow stock in London to the red brick of Derbyshire, and the warm Bath stone in the south of England. The simple truth is that we rarely see such flexibility in modern design, nor is there such an obvious physical connection to the local surrounds so it is no wonder that we trip and stumble our way toward a circular economy.<br /> <br /> There is a lot to be learned from our existing listed building stock that if reintroduced into modern practice could dramatically reduce the construction sector’s embodied carbon and waste, create social cohesion and extend the lifetime of valuable buildings as material banks. Making careful design choices to suit modern day building needs while sympathetically responding to the history of a site through material choices must be a consideration for all sustainable building design.<br /> <br /> -[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 10:34, 13 May 2019 (BST)<br /> <br /> -----<br /> [[Category:Conservation]]</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Designing_future_heritage_buildings 2019-05-13T09:34:20Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;When ladies and gentlemen were drawing up plans for new homes in the early centuries - sourcing materials from nearby lands, shaking hands with craftsmen to mould custom keystone...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>When ladies and gentlemen were drawing up plans for new homes in the early centuries - sourcing materials from nearby lands, shaking hands with craftsmen to mould custom keystones, laying every brick by hand with care - no one could have imagined how the twenty first century modern building would compare. What was an industry that went to great lengths to create character and resilience through each material selected, each person involved and each individual who lived and loved the place over generations, has transitioned to a wasteful mentality where buildings are built and demolished within a single career. Where along the line did we start treating buildings with the same consumerist mentality as “fast fashion” and stop designing buildings that would be valued for generations as future heritage buildings?<br /> <br /> The beauty of the listed building stock is defined by the lost art of skilled trades and craftspeople whose creative pieces have since been taken over by mass produced manufactured goods. Where carved stone and later terracotta and faience were once highly desirable building materials, they lost fashion when cheaper alternatives such as precast concrete overtook the industry. And with it went the skilled labour force, meaning today’s workforce does not hold the same skillset to reintroduce construction craftsmanship, nor is there a desire to pay a premium for handcrafted traditional materials.<br /> <br /> Stone buildings widely recognised in the UK, most notably along Regent Street in London, represent an important contribution to the heritage building stock made up of localised UK stone primarily from Portland, Dorset. Today however, high-quality stone facades are imported all the way from China, raising concern when these stones eventually need to be replaced. Will these too need to be imported from China to find an exact colour and textural match, or will the whole façade have to be removed and replaced? One of the great values of listed buildings is the inherently localised sourcing which enables selective renovation, reduces transport emissions and supports a local economy.<br /> <br /> The existing UK housing stock is made up primarily by traditional clay brick and lime mortar construction – which given the flexibility of the mortar, can be unbonded, the bricks reused and mortar recycled at a building’s end of life. Modern day brick construction however opt for the cheaper, rigid alternative, Portland cement mortar which cannot be unbonded from the brick and therefore eliminates the opportunity for reuse. And worse yet, selecting brick render introduces a multitude of other building products glued together, creating a composite material which cannot be segregated even for recycling. The UK’s building landscape relies on the traditions of brick construction, though it should not be compromised using rigid glues and mortars that hinder its ability to play a part in the circular economy.<br /> <br /> Time and again people point to the Victorian Terrace as an example of longevity of the building stock. With their bay windows, high floor to ceiling heights and flexible interiors, the Victorian terrace has been lovingly adapted by the modern family. Moreover, the Victorian terrace is rooted to its location through its materiality, from the yellow stock in London to the red brick of Derbyshire, and the warm Bath stone in the south of England. The simple truth is that we rarely see such flexibility in modern design, nor is there such an obvious physical connection to the local surrounds so it is no wonder that we trip and stumble our way toward a circular economy.<br /> <br /> There is a lot to be learned from our existing listed building stock that if reintroduced into modern practice could dramatically reduce the construction sector’s embodied carbon and waste, create social cohesion and extend the lifetime of valuable buildings as material banks. Making careful design choices to suit modern day building needs while sympathetically responding to the history of a site through material choices must be a consideration for all sustainable building design.<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 10:34, 13 May 2019 (BST)<br /> <br /> -----<br /> [[Category:Conservation]]</div>

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KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-05-13T09:25:27Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

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KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-05-13T09:17:54Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> {|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:William butcher.jpg]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:William_butcher.jpg 2019-05-13T09:17:34Z

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KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Will%27s_Headshot.png 2019-05-13T09:14:31Z

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KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Will%27s_Headshot.png 2019-05-13T09:13:17Z

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KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-05-13T09:09:02Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Contents|1 Contents]]<br /> * [[#Our_People|2 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|2.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|2.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|2.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#William_Butcher|2.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|3 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Headshot.png]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. He has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives, having work for urban agriculture companies and the New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Will%27s_Headshot.png 2019-05-13T09:05:44Z

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KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-05-13T08:58:34Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Our_People|1 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|1.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|1.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|1.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#Diana_McHugh|1.4 William Butcher]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|2 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === William Butcher ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Headshot.png]]<br /> <br /> William is a versatile individual who is determined to gain experience in sustainable building design and project management. William has a background in the clean energy sector and urban greening initiatives having work for urban agriculture companies or New York's department of Parks and Recreation Sustainable Facilities Division. With an academic background in human geography and sustainable urbanism, William brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. William is a motivated, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Headshot.png 2019-05-13T08:52:11Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: uploaded a new version of &amp;quot;File:Headshot.png&amp;quot;: will's pic</p> <hr /> <div>will's pic</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Headshot.png 2019-05-13T08:49:53Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: will's pic</p> <hr /> <div>will's pic</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-03-12T10:00:17Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>== Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === Diana McHugh ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Headshot.jpg|125px|link=File:Rosas.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Diana is a versatile individual with a record of success working in demanding and fast-paced environments. Diana brings extensive programme management experience from her previous role at the Canada Green Building Council, the certification body of LEED in Canada. Within an academic background in environmental planning, sustainability studies and urban design, Diana brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. Diana is a dependable, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-03-12T09:59:59Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>{|<br /> |width=&quot;100%&quot;|<br /> == Contents ==<br /> <br /> * [[#Our_People|1 Our People]]<br /> ** [[#Kirsten_Henson|1.1 Kirsten Henson]]<br /> ** [[#Georgios_Askounis|1.2 Georgios Askounis]]<br /> ** [[#Hayley_Cormick|1.3 Hayley Cormick]]<br /> ** [[#Diana_McHugh|1.4 Diana McHugh]]<br /> * [[#Articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|2 Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]]<br /> |}<br /> <br /> == Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === Diana McHugh ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Headshot.jpg|125px|link=File:Rosas.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Diana is a versatile individual with a record of success working in demanding and fast-paced environments. Diana brings extensive programme management experience from her previous role at the Canada Green Building Council, the certification body of LEED in Canada. Within an academic background in environmental planning, sustainability studies and urban design, Diana brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. Diana is a dependable, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge|Rising to the carbon challenge]]<br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know%3F|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Rising_to_the_carbon_challenge 2019-03-12T09:58:01Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;We have 12 years to avert climatic breakdown according to leading scientists. Following this terrifying news, I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting on my own abominable carbon f...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>We have 12 years to avert climatic breakdown according to leading scientists.<br /> <br /> Following this terrifying news, I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting on my own abominable carbon footprint; a carbon footprint largely driven by flights, both short and long haul taken, not for pleasure, but for business.<br /> <br /> However, the purpose of this blog is not to extol my otherwise carbon virtuous child-free, low-meat, slipper-wearing in the winter, second-hand furniture, driven a car twice in 15 years, lifestyle. Largely because I can’t help but roll my eyes when people take the moral upper ground for life-style choices they have made; choices that generally are not driven by the desire to avoid climatic disaster but are simply a preferred way of living. I want to reflect on the lack of change in the way the vast majority approach the built environment following the [https://www.ipcc.ch/sr15/ IPCC report.] The irony of me writing this blog as I fly to Tokyo to deliver a one-day workshop to the Olympic Organising Committees of Tokyo 2020 and Beijing 2022 is not lost on me.<br /> <br /> At KLH we have always been fortunate to work with clients that have a global conscience, but I have recently been frustrated by the general unwillingness to rock the boat; a reluctance to point out that the emperor has no clothes.<br /> <br /> Recently an architect offered a building that met the client’s brief but with a somewhat inefficient form factor and façade design, and given the open location of the site an arbitrarily large grid spacing to deliver the open-plan working required by the client. These design decisions lead to an increase in embodied carbon as well as operational carbon. The client has set a target to reduce the embodied carbon of the baseline design by 15%, but delivering this reduction against what we perceive to be a rather unjustifiably high baseline, does seem to rather miss the point.<br /> <br /> Dare I challenge, the recent recipient of the 2018 Stirling Prize and the 2019 BREEAM Awards: the Bloomberg Offices in London? With an excessively opulent interior and a domineering heavy-weight exterior, one has to question how this building can justifiably win awards that claim to have sustainability at their core. Perhaps even more damaging is the fact that it is purported to be the most expensive office building ever constructed. The message we are peddling is clear: sustainable design costs more.<br /> <br /> To counteract this, reference should be made to the Olympic Velodrome - a building heralded for its architectural beauty and efficient design. It uses 30% less material than any other equivalent velodrome across the globe, largely due to a great collaboration between architect, engineer, contractor and supply chain to realise a lightweight cable net roof structure. The innovative roof solution not only reduced the programme by 3 months but also delivered a £5.8million cost saving.<br /> <br /> Our current project is not alone in its carbon conundrum. The mantra of building for flexibility and adaptability appears to have become an excuse for the over-design of our buildings and infrastructure.<br /> <br /> While adapting or maintaining structures in 25 or 30 years may be disruptive to business function, I can’t help thinking that as the energy supply decarbonises and new innovative methods for producing near zero carbon cement and steel become commonplace, this alternative must be considered a viable option rather than throwing more concrete and steel in to our structures today ‘just in case’.<br /> <br /> I find myself increasingly frustrated by the lack of change in our industry. There is a prevalence of sustainability consultants ham-strung in to telling a ‘good’ story rather than an honest story, or hiding behind the narrow definition of a BREEAM rating in lieu of sustainable building design.<br /> <br /> We have 12 short years to transition to a net zero carbon global society. We already know we cannot rely on the government, for our leaders have historically proved themselves panderers to media and industry rather than sticking to policies that demonstrate leadership in the climate change arena. Professionals in the built environment need to start raising the carbon awareness of clients by demonstrating an honest and transparent approach to life-cycle carbon rather than hiding behind clever calculations that offer the politically correct answer.<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 09:58, 12 Mar 2019 (BST)</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-02-22T13:50:15Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>== Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === Diana McHugh ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Headshot.jpg|125px|link=File:Rosas.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Diana is a versatile individual with a record of success working in demanding and fast-paced environments. Diana brings extensive programme management experience from her previous role at the Canada Green Building Council, the certification body of LEED in Canada. Within an academic background in environmental planning, sustainability studies and urban design, Diana brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. Diana is a dependable, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Carbon_Neutrality_and_the_UK_Building_Industry:_How_much_do_we_know?|Carbon Neutrality and the UK Building Industry: How much do we know?]]<br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet%3F|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Carbon_ratings_for_buildings 2019-02-22T13:48:09Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>Net zero energy, zero carbon, carbon neutral, carbon positive: some increasingly popular terms in building design. But do we really know what each of them means and how they contribute to our roadmap to a post-carbon UK economy?<br /> <br /> Net zero energy refers to buildings where the total amount of annual energy consumed is equal to the renewable energy generated on the site. However, on a day to day basis the grid may be used to export excess renewable energy generation, with energy pulled from the grid in times of deficit.<br /> <br /> Carbon neutral (or net zero carbon) refers to a building where all carbon emissions associated with operational energy demands of the building are offset by renewable energy provision, either on- or off-site.<br /> <br /> Zero carbon is used to refer to a building where its operation does not lead to any carbon emissions. This would essentially be a building that could operate off-grid, generating sufficient energy from building-integrated renewable sources and combining this with battery and thermal storage to enable operation at times of no renewable energy production.<br /> <br /> The term ‘Zero Carbon’ has also, arguably, been incorrectly used in the London Plan. There, zero carbon, actually refers to achieving carbon neutrality of regulated emissions only (space heating, hot water, cooling, lighting and auxiliary energy). In addition, offset payments are allowed as part of the strategy to deliver ‘zero carbon’.<br /> <br /> Carbon positive buildings go beyond zero carbon and produce more energy than they need, with carbon emissions from the building’s operational energy consumption being less than the carbon emissions off-set by renewable energy generation. A carbon positive development could also effectively assist with energy demand management, interacting with the grid, electric vehicles and batteries to reduce peak energy demand, and, thereby, grid demand.<br /> <br /> == Where does UK construction currently stand? ==<br /> <br /> Previously, the government’s ‘Zero carbon homes’ policy introduced in 2006 required all homes to be net zero carbon from 2016 and included all operational building emissions (both regulated and unregulated). Following the exclusion of unregulated energy from the ‘Zero carbon’ definition in 2011, the policy was finally scrapped in 2015, to the great disappointment of environmentalists, sustainability leaders and global thinkers.<br /> <br /> The London Plan is currently leading the drive for low carbon construction in the UK and requires new major developments in London to be net zero carbon (aka carbon neutral). However, this is translated into a minimum on-site carbon reduction of 35% over Building Regulations, allowing the residual 65% of emissions to be off-set via a financial contribution to the borough.<br /> <br /> Nevertheless, carbon neutrality is deemed the ‘easy way out’, the not-so-desirable substitute for zero carbon. The building still releases carbon emissions into the atmosphere, even if carbon savings delivered elsewhere through off-set payments could be robustly demonstrated.<br /> <br /> It should also be noted that none of the above definitions currently deal with embodied carbon, the carbon associated to extraction, manufacturing and transport of building materials, the construction process, and the emissions from deconstructing and disposing at the end of the building’s lifetime. So, even if the UK construction industry were delivering net zero carbon buildings, we would still have a carbon problem!<br /> <br /> == Where do we need to be? ==<br /> <br /> Zero carbon is currently regarded as the best practice and must be the aspirational target for new buildings if we are to keep global temperature increases to below 2 degrees.<br /> <br /> When zero carbon becomes the norm, carbon positive dwellings will play a crucial role in tackling climate change and global warming, with buildings potentially being capable of making up for the carbon stemming from personal activities such as transport, food, goods purchasing etc.<br /> <br /> Inevitably there are many more labels for low carbon and sustainable developments; whole life carbon positive, climate neutral, climate positive, positive development are all terms that require us to take a step back, see the bigger picture and understand the potential of buildings to contribute to ecological restoration, social justice and financial growth.<br /> <br /> If you want to know more, KLH Director Kirsten Henson, will be speaking at a Futurebuild event on operational and embodied carbon and energy on the 6th of March.<br /> <br /> [https://www.futurebuild.co.uk/speakers/kirsten-henson#/ https://www.futurebuild.co.uk/speakers/kirsten-henson#/]<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH_Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 13:46, 22 Feb 2019 (BST)</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Carbon_ratings_for_buildings 2019-02-22T13:46:51Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;Net zero energy, zero carbon, carbon neutral, carbon positive: some increasingly popular terms in building design. But do we really know what each of them means and how they cont...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>Net zero energy, zero carbon, carbon neutral, carbon positive: some increasingly popular terms in building design. But do we really know what each of them means and how they contribute to our roadmap to a post-carbon UK economy?<br /> <br /> Net zero energy refers to buildings where the total amount of annual energy consumed is equal to the renewable energy generated on the site. However, on a day to day basis the grid may be used to export excess renewable energy generation, with energy pulled from the grid in times of deficit.<br /> <br /> Carbon neutral (or net zero carbon) refers to a building where all carbon emissions associated with operational energy demands of the building are offset by renewable energy provision, either on- or off-site.<br /> <br /> Zero carbon is used to refer to a building where its operation does not lead to any carbon emissions. This would essentially be a building that could operate off-grid, generating sufficient energy from building-integrated renewable sources and combining this with battery and thermal storage to enable operation at times of no renewable energy production.<br /> <br /> The term ‘Zero Carbon’ has also, arguably, been incorrectly used in the London Plan. There, zero carbon, actually refers to achieving carbon neutrality of regulated emissions only (space heating, hot water, cooling, lighting and auxiliary energy). In addition, offset payments are allowed as part of the strategy to deliver ‘zero carbon’.<br /> <br /> Carbon positive buildings go beyond zero carbon and produce more energy than they need, with carbon emissions from the building’s operational energy consumption being less than the carbon emissions off-set by renewable energy generation. A carbon positive development could also effectively assist with energy demand management, interacting with the grid, electric vehicles and batteries to reduce peak energy demand, and, thereby, grid demand.<br /> <br /> Where does UK construction currently stand?<br /> <br /> Previously, the government’s ‘Zero carbon homes’ policy introduced in 2006 required all homes to be net zero carbon from 2016 and included all operational building emissions (both regulated and unregulated). Following the exclusion of unregulated energy from the ‘Zero carbon’ definition in 2011, the policy was finally scrapped in 2015, to the great disappointment of environmentalists, sustainability leaders and global thinkers.<br /> <br /> The London Plan is currently leading the drive for low carbon construction in the UK and requires new major developments in London to be net zero carbon (aka carbon neutral). However, this is translated into a minimum on-site carbon reduction of 35% over Building Regulations, allowing the residual 65% of emissions to be off-set via a financial contribution to the borough.<br /> <br /> Nevertheless, carbon neutrality is deemed the ‘easy way out’, the not-so-desirable substitute for zero carbon. The building still releases carbon emissions into the atmosphere, even if carbon savings delivered elsewhere through off-set payments could be robustly demonstrated.<br /> <br /> It should also be noted that none of the above definitions currently deal with embodied carbon, the carbon associated to extraction, manufacturing and transport of building materials, the construction process, and the emissions from deconstructing and disposing at the end of the building’s lifetime. So, even if the UK construction industry were delivering net zero carbon buildings, we would still have a carbon problem!<br /> <br /> Where do we need to be?<br /> <br /> Zero carbon is currently regarded as the best practice and must be the aspirational target for new buildings if we are to keep global temperature increases to below 2 degrees.<br /> <br /> When zero carbon becomes the norm, carbon positive dwellings will play a crucial role in tackling climate change and global warming, with buildings potentially being capable of making up for the carbon stemming from personal activities such as transport, food, goods purchasing etc.<br /> <br /> Inevitably there are many more labels for low carbon and sustainable developments; whole life carbon positive, climate neutral, climate positive, positive development are all terms that require us to take a step back, see the bigger picture and understand the potential of buildings to contribute to ecological restoration, social justice and financial growth.<br /> <br /> If you want to know more, KLH Director Kirsten Henson, will be speaking at a Futurebuild event on operational and embodied carbon and energy on the 6th of March.<br /> <br /> [https://www.futurebuild.co.uk/speakers/kirsten-henson#/ https://www.futurebuild.co.uk/speakers/kirsten-henson#/]<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 13:46, 22 Feb 2019 (BST)</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:KLH_Sustainability 2019-02-05T13:34:36Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: </p> <hr /> <div>== Our People ==<br /> <br /> === Kirsten Henson ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg|174px|link=File:Kirsten_Head_Shot2.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Kirsten holds a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering and a second Masters in Engineering for Sustainable Development from Cambridge University.<br /> <br /> Kirsten has contributed to a number of master planning projects, providing technical advice on setting sustainability strategy, implementation and delivery. Her most notable contribution to date is on the London 2012 Olympic Park where her technical knowledge and ability to engage and inspire significantly influenced the planning, design and construction of the infrastructure and venues. She is also a technical advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme focussing on sport and sustainability.<br /> <br /> Kirsten is a member of the Quality Review Panel for the Queen Elizabeth Park and is a familiar face at sustainability and eco-innovation conferences. Kirsten is a guest lecturer at a number of Universities including University of Cambridge and Newcastle University.<br /> <br /> 2013, Top 20 Women in Sustainable Architecture, Architects Journal<br /> <br /> 2012, Sustainability Practitioner of the Year, EDIE Sustainability Leaders Awards<br /> <br /> 2012, Top 20 Rising Sustainability Star, Building Magazine<br /> <br /> 2012, Young Consultant of the Year Finalist, ACE/ICE<br /> <br /> === Georgios Askounis ===<br /> <br /> [[File:IMG_3486.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Georgios is a chartered engineer with a background in energy and low carbon consulting. He is a CIBSE Low Carbon Consultant and CIBSE Low Energy Assessor, Levels 3-5, in addition to having completed courses on Energy Demand Management, Renewable Energy etc. Georgios was educated in Patras, Greece and London, UK and has since worked in London and Madrid as a sustainability consultant. His international experience within the built and the corporate environments affords him a detailed, technical understanding of low carbon and energy efficiency and the opportunities arising from them.<br /> <br /> === Hayley Cormick ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Small_Hayley.jpg|125px|link=File:Small_Hayley.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Hayley Cormick holds a Master’s degree in Building Science from Ryerson University and a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Queen’s University. Her experience in large scale construction project management as a member of the general contracting team on site on Toronto’s Union Station rail project offers a complementary understanding of the practical aspects of project execution and construction. Hayley’s engineering background provides a technical foundation upon which she applies a creative approach to sustainable and holistic building design.<br /> <br /> === Diana McHugh ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Headshot.jpg|125px|link=File:Rosas.jpg]]<br /> <br /> Diana is a versatile individual with a record of success working in demanding and fast-paced environments. Diana brings extensive programme management experience from her previous role at the Canada Green Building Council, the certification body of LEED in Canada. Within an academic background in environmental planning, sustainability studies and urban design, Diana brings an international and holistic understanding of sustainability to practical implementation. Diana is a dependable, passionate hard-worker who is committed to proving the business case for green buildings with KLH’s clients.<br /> <br /> == Articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ==<br /> <br /> * [[Biophilic_design_-_good_for_us_and_the_planet?|Biophilic design - good for us and the planet?]]<br /> * [[Does_timber_actually_come_out_on_top_when_considering_end-of-life%3F|Does timber actually come out on top when considering end-of-life?]]<br /> * [[A_social,_circular_economy|A Social, Circular Economy]]<br /> * [[New_Streamlined_Energy_and_Carbon_Reporting_Regulations|The New Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) Regulations]]<br /> * [[London%27s_Blue_Ribbon_Network|London's Blue Ribbon Network]]<br /> * [[Supporting_Tomorrow%27s_Workforce|Supporting Tomorrow's Workforce]]<br /> * [[The_Need_for_Rebel_Leadership|The Need for Rebel Leadership]]<br /> * [[Passivhaus_Applicability_for_Affordable_Housing|Passivhaus Applicability for Affordable Housing]]<br /> * [[Sustainable_Timber_in_Construction|Sustainable Timber in Construction]]<br /> * F[[From_Grey_to_Green:_Transforming_the_City_with_One_Green_Wall_at_a_Time|rom Grey to Green: Transforming the City with One Green Wall at a Time]]<br /> * [[Bringing_a_breath_of_fresh_air_to_the_design_of_indoor_environments|Bringing a breath of fresh air to the design of indoor environments]]<br /> * [[Navigating_beyond_sustainability_buzzwords|Navigating beyond sustainability buzzwords]]<br /> * [[Using_BREEAM_to_assess_the_sustainable_sourcing_and_use_of_aggregates|Using BREEAM to assess the sustainable sourcing and use of aggregates.]]<br /> * [[Carbon_emissions:_where_does_the_responsibility_end%3F|Carbon emissions: where does the responsibility end?]]<br /> * [[Legislative_Change_Raises_the_Embodied_Carbon_Issue|Legislative Change Raises the Embodied Carbon Issue]].<br /> * [[Can_Concrete_and_Steel_Ever_be_Carbon_Neutral%3F|Can Concrete and Steel Ever be Carbon Neutral?]]<br /> * [[Where_does_embodied_carbon_analysis_stop%3F|Where does embodied carbon analysis stop?]]<br /> * [[Time_to_face_up:_Modern_slavery_in_the_construction_industry|Time to face up: modern slavery in the construction industry]].<br /> * [[The_Overlooked_Secret_of_Off-Site_Fabrication|The Overlooked Secret of Off-Site Fabrication]].<br /> * [[How_to_Deliver_Game-Changing_Sustainable_Solutions|How to Deliver Game-Changing Sustainable Solutions]].<br /> * [[The_Modern_Slavery_Act:_breaking_the_shackles%3F|The Modern Slavery Act: breaking the shackles?]]<br /> * [[The_Contradiction_of_Sustainability_QS|The Contradiction of Sustainability QS]].<br /> * [[Delays_to_Part_L:_A_Risk_to_Industry_Growth|Delays to Part L: A Risk to Industry Growth]].<br /> * [[Site_Waste_Management_Plans_%E2%80%93_A_Necessary_Burden|Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden]].<br /> * [[ICE_Low_Carbon_Lifed_Panel|ICE Low Carbon Lifed Panel]].<br /> * [[Water_efficiency_%E2%80%93_The_next_big_sustainability_issue%3F|Water efficiency – The next big sustainability issue]]?<br /> * [[Biodiversity_offsetting|Biodiversity offsetting]].<br /> * [[Flooring_group_launches_product_transparency_declaration|Flooring group launches product transparency declaration]].<br /> * [[Managing_packaging_waste_streams|Managing packaging waste streams]].<br /> * [[Circular_economy|Circular economy]].<br /> * [[Consciousness|Consciousness]].<br /> * [[Cradle_to_cradle_product_registry_system|Cradle to cradle product registry system]].<br /> * [[Are_sustainable_urban_drainage_systems_the_response_to_our_changing_climate%3F|Are sustainable urban drainage systems the response to our changing climate]]?<br /> * [[Impact_of_pavilion_design_on_sustainable_outcomes|Impact of pavilion design on sustainable outcomes]].<br /> * [[Tackling_the_construction_skills_shortage|Tackling the construction skills shortage]].<br /> * [[European_Union_Timber_Regulation|European Union Timber Regulation]].<br /> * [[Environment_offences:_Definitive_guideline|Environment offences: Definitive guideline]].<br /> * [[Sustainable_aggregates|Sustainable aggregates]].<br /> * [[Material_Flow_Analysis:_A_tool_for_sustainable_aggregate_sourcing|Material Flow Analysis: A tool for sustainable aggregate sourcing]].<br /> * [[KLH_Sustainability_reflect_on_the_end_of_the_zero_carbon_homes_standard|KLH Sustainability reflect on the end of the zero carbon homes standard]].</div>

KLH Sustainability https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Biophilic_design_and_sustainability 2019-02-05T13:33:24Z

<p>KLH Sustainability: Created page with &quot;The concept of biophilic design could arguably be dated back to the hanging gardens of Babylon. Biophilic design stems from biophilia; the innate human need to connect with natur...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>The concept of biophilic design could arguably be dated back to the hanging gardens of Babylon. Biophilic design stems from biophilia; the innate human need to connect with nature. Biophilic design focuses on enabling a human connection to nature in the built environment, resulting in improvements to our health and wellbeing. [https://www.terrapinbrightgreen.com/reports/14-patterns/ Benefits] range from the personal, such as improved blood flow, heart rate and stress levels to business, including increased productivity, reduced absenteeism and employee retention.<br /> <br /> Biophilic design has gained traction over the decades as global, rapid urbanisation has made it more difficult for people to connect with the natural world, and there is an increasing evidence base demonstrating the correlation between neuroscience and architecture.<br /> <br /> Statistics such as 55% of the world’s population currently living in urban areas, with this figure due to reach 68% by 2050 and the surprising fact that people spend 90% of their time indoors and cars have pushed the biophilic design conversation even further.<br /> <br /> The design firm Terrapin published [http://www.terrapinbrightgreen.com/report/14-patterns/ 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design], which is useful for exploring design opportunities and natural material selection beyond the common misconception that biophilic design means adding a couple of potted plants and shrubbery. The report details the human benefits to selecting each biophilic design pattern such as adding water features to help lower stress and blood pressure, selecting kinetic facades to energise and stimulate employees and matching lighting with circadian rhythms to boost employee alertness.<br /> <br /> As people have become aware of these benefits, biophilic design popularity has sky rocketed; even finding a prominent position in new certification schemes such as the WELL Building Standard.<br /> <br /> Looking beyond health implications, biophilic design can also bring broader sustainability benefits.<br /> <br /> Project teams are turning to sustainable materials with lower embodied carbon such as local stone, timber and cork. Exposed natural finishes including [https://www.concretecentre.com/Case-Studies/White-Collar-Factory,-London.aspx architectural concrete] reduces the need for finishing materials and on-going maintenance, as well as providing a heft of thermal mass to help reduce operational energy demands.<br /> <br /> The carpet tile, commonly a carbon intensive product and one that almost always ends up in landfill at the end of its natural life, has become increasingly sustainable. Carpet tiles comprised of recycled material from manufacturers such as Desso and Interface can now reduce a project’s carpet carbon footprint by up to 250%. Selecting sustainable carpet tiles, with a biomorphic form or pattern such as Fibonacci series can enhance concentration in building occupants. With these small selections, an entire office space can feel more interesting and comfortable, contemplative or even absorptive as compared to carpet tiles without these patterns.<br /> <br /> To maximise the human and environmental benefits of biophilic design requires early consideration by client, architect, engineer and interior designer. KLH has supported a number of project teams recently in introducing biophilic design principles whether large scale masterplanning, new build or office refurbishment – check back with our [http://www.klhsustainability.com/projects/ projects page] in a few months when we will be able to share some of the outcomes!<br /> <br /> --[[User:KLH Sustainability|KLH Sustainability]] 13:33, 05 Feb 2019 (BST)</div>

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