Case Studies
To share learnings from the approaches, challenges and achievements of our members with the wider industry, we develop case studies showcasing best-practice or innovative projects our members have undertaken.
The Big Energy Race: Powering Change Across London’s Workspaces
The Big Energy Race: Powering Change Across London’s Workspaces
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![Hammerson Retrofits Rooftop PV at WestQuay]( "Hammerson Retrofits Rooftop PV at WestQuay")
Hammerson Retrofits Rooftop PV at WestQuay
07 December 2016
Hammerson’s 130kW solar photovoltaic (PV) array at WestQuay started generating zero carbon electricity in September 2016. Building on the success of this PV retrofit, Hammerson is now looking at more opportunities to install PV on existing rooftops and car parks, as well as new developments, such as the adjacent Watermark...
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
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![Shaftesbury’s Sustainable Refurbishment at 39 William IV Street]( "Shaftesbury’s Sustainable Refurbishment at 39 William IV Street")
Shaftesbury’s Sustainable Refurbishment at 39 William IV Street
01 December 2016
Shaftesbury chose 39 William IV Street to test the feasibility of achieving BREEAM Very Good on domestic refurbishments in older buildings. The completed scheme will deliver 576m2 of modern residential accommodation and 405m2 of restaurant space, all with high operational efficiency. As a result of the project, Shaftesbury now plans to target BREEAM Very Good on more domestic refurbishments, as well as commercial schemes.
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
Member: Shaftesbury Capital
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![Low Carbon Workplace’s Refurbishment of Kew Road]( "Low Carbon Workplace’s Refurbishment of Kew Road")
Low Carbon Workplace’s Refurbishment of Kew Road
24 August 2016
In 2014 the Low Carbon Workplace undertook a refurbishment which improved the building’s EPC rating from an F to a B and was awarded a BREEAM rating of Excellent.
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
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![Wellbeing and Productivity at British Land’s Head Office]( "Wellbeing and Productivity at British Land’s Head Office")
Wellbeing and Productivity at British Land’s Head Office
22 July 2016
The refurbishment of British Land’s Head Office presented an exciting opportunity for the company to test measures designed to enhance people’s wellbeing and productivity through placemaking. The results show that staff in the new offices now feel happier, healthier and more productive.
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
Member: British Land
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![Grosvenor Britain & Ireland Achieves Passivhaus First at 11 and 19 Passmore Street]( "Grosvenor Britain & Ireland Achieves Passivhaus First at 11 and 19 Passmore Street")
Grosvenor Britain & Ireland Achieves Passivhaus First at 11 and 19 Passmore Street
27 May 2016
11 and 19 Passmore Street are the first privately rented buildings in London to achieve the EnerPHit Passivhaus standard. Developed by Grosvenor Britain & Ireland, the refurbished properties give customers the best of both worlds – the appeal of a period home at a quality above new build. Building on the success of this project, Grosvenor is already upgrading more buildings to the EnerPHit Passivhaus standard.
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
Member: Grosvenor
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![Low Carbon Workplace’s Refurbishment of Premier House]( "Low Carbon Workplace’s Refurbishment of Premier House")
Low Carbon Workplace’s Refurbishment of Premier House
07 April 2016
The Low Carbon Workplace explains how they achieved a 64% energy reduction following the refurbishment and increased occupier awareness in Premier House in Twickenham.
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
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![SEGRO – Retrofitting PV Roof Panels]( "SEGRO – Retrofitting PV Roof Panels")
SEGRO – Retrofitting PV Roof Panels
16 December 2015
SEGRO has taken on a PV retrofit project that has helped bring them 30% lower electricity rates for its occupiers as well as £600.000 of extra income in 2014.
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
Member: SEGRO
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![M&G Real Estate’s LED Lighting Refurbishment at Minster Court]( "M&G Real Estate’s LED Lighting Refurbishment at Minster Court")
M&G Real Estate’s LED Lighting Refurbishment at Minster Court
27 November 2015
M&G have carried out a major lighting refurbishment in the common parts of 1 and 2 Minster Court helping reduce the lighting energy use by 62% saving the occupiers £53,485 per year.
Topic: Retrofit & Refurbishment
Type: Case Studies
Member: M&G Real Estate
