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At Peddle Thorp, we believe that architecture has the power to shape a more sustainable and resilient future. We help our clients to identify Environmentally Sustainable Design [ESD] opportunities, source systems and materials that are ready for the market, and foster community engagement. We advocate realistic initiatives during the early stages of design and strive to create spaces that exert positive environmental impact, thoughtful use of resources, and enhance the well-being of occupants.
The significance of decisions made during design becomes evident following construction. Only after years of use do the true costs of maintaining, repairing, and modifying a building start to emerge. By incorporating sustainable design principles, we can reduce ongoing costs.
Sustainability principles in Peddle Thorp:
CULTURE
DESIGN
EDUCATION
Improve Sustainability Culture
Culture of Consciousness:
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Sustainability is woven into our company's fabric by promoting employee participation in our green initiatives, projects, and culture.
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Through continuous in-house and external education, sustainability remains a pivotal aspect of our daily operations and conversation.
Green Office Practices:
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Principles of Reuse, Reduce, and Recycle are adopted within our offices.
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Active energy consumption monitoring and strategic implementation reduce our environmental footprint.
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Our offices are adorned with indoor plants enhancing air quality and fostering creativity.
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We advocate for minimal paper use and diligent recycling to lessen waste.
Employee Wellness:
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Our support for remote work and flexible schedules aligns with our commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting work-life balance.
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By analysing commute patterns, we promote awareness and encourage eco-friendlier transportation options.
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Our dedication extends beyond business hours, we volunteer for sustainability causes. Waste and material recycling, tree planting, and beach cleanups are part of our calendar.
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In-house Yoga classes are held weekly as part of Peddle Thorp’s wellness initiatives.
Sustainable design principles
Optimise
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Utilise building orientation for optimal outcome.
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Apply passive design principles.
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Optimise building size for efficiency and future adaptability.
Minimise
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Reduce embodied carbon by choosing local, durable materials.
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Design for mixed mode ventilation and increased natural lighting.
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Specify materials with higher recycled content to reduce new material use.
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Limit waste sent to landfill.
Maximise
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Incorporate renewable energy sources.
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Extend building longevity through design for re-use and structural durability.
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Promote Health & Wellbeing by enabling user control over their environment and providing building performance information.
Sustainability education
Staff Education
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Our CPD program priorities presentations and companies who share Peddle Thorp’s environmental objectives.
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We include ESD related topics regularly at our officewide CIT and internal news sessions.
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We organise group site visits to exemplar projects with proven sustainable design outcomes. We also visit factories and showrooms with suppliers promoting ESD within their processes and products.
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We maintain a team of Green Star Accredited Professionals who are required to attend GBCA approved CPD sessions as part of their ongoing education.
Client Education
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We present ESD opportunities in all our proposals and submissions for client consideration at the beginning of each project.
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We educate clients about the long-term benefits of sustainable design, focusing on longevity, resilience, and well-being.
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Our presentations emphasise life cycle costs, health impacts, and environmental stewardship.
Project Sustainability
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We include Green Star Accredited Professionals in startup meetings to align projects with the highest environmental standards.
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Our extensive material library showcases sustainable options. We explore sustainable alternatives to traditional materials.
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We stay informed about emerging materials and technologies through ongoing research.
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