Sustainability

The future of Industrial & Logistics spaces

In today’s world, sustainability is not an option, it’s a necessity. A sustainable business is a resilient business and for Trade City and Logistics City that means delivering industrial and logistics developments that are designed for long-term performance, efficiency and environmental responsibility.

Our commitment goes beyond reducing impact, we are shaping industrial buildings that actively contribute to a stronger, cleaner economy. Every development is designed to operate efficiently, reduce carbon and support businesses in achieving their own sustainability goals.

Building for a sustainable world

Through our ‘Building for a Sustainable World’ framework (read here), we apply our expertise to industrial and logistics spaces, ensuring that our buildings are not only fit for today, but also adaptable and resilient for tomorrow. This framework is built on two key pillars:

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Environmental
Sustainability

Driving down carbon, cutting energy demand and protecting natural resources.

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Social
Sustainability

Creating value for local communities, supporting businesses and ensuring healthier, more efficient workplaces.

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AMBITIOUS SUSTAINABILITY BENCHMARKS

New standards for green industrial buildings

Every Trade City and Logistics City development is underpinned by a set of ambitious sustainability benchmarks. These go far beyond compliance or “green add-ons” - they set the standard for the next generation of industrial and logistics real estate. These measures ensure that Trade City and Logistics City schemes aren’t just sustainable, they’re smarter, stronger and built to perform in an evolving industrial economy.

GREEN INITIATIVES INCLUDE

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BREEAM
Excellent
Sustainability at the forefront of design
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A-Rated
EPC
Delivering energy efficiency from day one
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Whole Lifecycle
Assessment
Measuring and reducing embodied carbon
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EV
Infrastructure
Electric car charging points as standard
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No Gas, Low
Carbon Systems
Air source heat pumps for office areas
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Renewable
Energy Ready
Base build solar PV with capacity for tenant expansion
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Responsible
Water Use
Aligned with the RIBA Climate Challenge 2020 target