Retrofitting commercial office buildings for sustainability tenants' perspectives
Language: English Series: Journal of Property Investment and Finance ; 26(6) 2008, 552-561(10)Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Using seven extended interviews relating to a building undergoing refurbishment in Melbourne, Australia, explores the social dimension of addressing sustainability issues in refurbishing older buildings from the perspective of commercial office tenants. Finds that commercial property tenants are on a 'journey to sustainability'. However, the process, costs and benefits need to be made clear to them. Highlights the importance of developing a strong business case and transition plan for sustainability in commercial properties.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L146148 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 146148-1001 |
Using seven extended interviews relating to a building undergoing refurbishment in Melbourne, Australia, explores the social dimension of addressing sustainability issues in refurbishing older buildings from the perspective of commercial office tenants. Finds that commercial property tenants are on a 'journey to sustainability'. However, the process, costs and benefits need to be made clear to them. Highlights the importance of developing a strong business case and transition plan for sustainability in commercial properties.