Environmentally sensitive building practice
Our site management standards ensure the entire demolition and construction process has supported the critical elements of sustainable design and construction. This was a uncompromising priority for the Beachmere Project.
The Department of Climate Change estimates that “Australians currently emit more than 550 million tonnes of greenhouse gases each year”. About 20% of this is generated through everyday activities, including heating, cooling, cooking, lighting, driving, running appliances, travelling and decaying landfill.
Sovereign Homes director, John Firrell estimates that the construction of an average $400,000 home would under normal circumstances generate the use of nine, 6m³ skips. It is therefore conceivable that a $2,000,000 home would generate the use of at least 45, 6 m³ skips. Through considered management and thoughtful process, The Beachmere Project used just 2, 6m³ skips (See the Ecolateral environmental report for full details.) This was a conscious priority for this project, along with many other environmentally responsible construction choices.
A consolidated effort to consider process management by all providers associated with the project resulted in not only a significant reduction of waste sent to landfill, but will ultimately deliver substantial environmental benefits over time.
“Up to 40 per cent of all waste that goes into landfill is building waste.
Heating or cooling accounts for up to 40% of household energy use. Bradford glasswool insulation used in this home is manufactured from up to 80% recycled glass, waste flat glass and bottle glass, depending on availability.
40% of a home’s energy for cooling or heating being lost or gained through windows...window selection and design is a critical factor in improving energy performance. AWS windows and door design offer high performance UV protection.