It's not easy being green
Series: Property Week ; 65(46) 24 November 2000, 90-91(2)Publication details: 2000Subject(s): Summary: In the light of The Hague climate change conference, article looks at how far property developers, investors and occupiers are prepared to go to address green issues. Companies like Hammerson promote environmentally friendly construction techniques, but stop short of new energy efficiency designs. For occupiers, energy efficiency is often a low priority, falling behind commercial considerations such as car parking and speed of completion. Suggests that initiatives like the Property Environment Group (PEG) are a step in the right direction, and pressure from clients will eventually persuade developers, investors, and surveying firms to become environmentally aware. Brief descriptions of the BRE Environment Building and Grosvenor place, which both incorporate energy efficient designs.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS63127 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 109674-1001 |
In the light of The Hague climate change conference, article looks at how far property developers, investors and occupiers are prepared to go to address green issues. Companies like Hammerson promote environmentally friendly construction techniques, but stop short of new energy efficiency designs. For occupiers, energy efficiency is often a low priority, falling behind commercial considerations such as car parking and speed of completion. Suggests that initiatives like the Property Environment Group (PEG) are a step in the right direction, and pressure from clients will eventually persuade developers, investors, and surveying firms to become environmentally aware. Brief descriptions of the BRE Environment Building and Grosvenor place, which both incorporate energy efficient designs.