Many cruise lines are making changes to pivot toward sustainability to minimise their carbon footprint and environmental impact. Whether that’s through reconfiguring fuel, phasing out single-use plastics, or incorporating biophilic design into the ships. Here’s how some cruises are shifting towards sustainability and wellness…
Read MoreHere we discuss the the connection to nature between biophilic design, beauty and wellbeing from the perspective of the International Living Future Institute. We also look at the concept of restorative real estate developments, and even at how the Alto Adige - South Tyrol region of Italy that he is in has carved out a role for itself as a sustainable innovation hub within Italy.
Read MoreExamples of biophilic design in real estate architecture are gaining prominence in high-profile commercial buildings around the world, here we examine the best concepts that combine elements of nature, wellbeing and sustainability.
Read MoreHotels and resorts are linked to air and water pollution, consume considerable amounts of energy that may well be from fossil fuels, emit carbon, consume water and create various forms of waste. Here we provide an overview of the leading sustainability standards, certifications and ecolabels for hotels and resorts in the UK and Europe.
Read MoreA review of some of the most sustainable countryside hotels in the UK many of whom are way ahead on hotel sustainability issues such asenergy efficiency
local sourcing
eco products & materials
enhanced biodiversity
waste reduction
Read on to find out what some of the best examples of sustainable uk hotels in the countryside are doing in terms of sustainability.
Read Morebiofilico hotel sustainability consultants review the most sustainable country estate hotels focusing on: energy & water efficiency / local sourcing policy /. building and interior materials / waste reduction, recycling & single-use plastics / biodiversity & biophilia / health & wellness
Read MoreBiofilico wellness real estate consultants review the best sustainable boutique hotel brands in the UK today, from The Pig, to Good Hotel, Treehouse Hotels, Room2 and The Zetter Group, each one takes a slightly different approach to their sustainability policy, some focus more on wellness, others on carbon emissions, others on the food or guest experience. Read on to find out more!
Read MoreMatt Morley, hotel sustainability consultant, Biofilico, talks to Iain Ainsworth of The Aficionados about wellness and sustainability in the hotel industry, from eco-friendly hotel amenities, sustainability certifications for hotels, the landscape hotel concept and various examples of sustainability initiatives from his member hotels in the Alps.
Read MoreA conversation on the Restorative Design Framework of Object Space Place, the role of circular economy principles in sustainable restaurant design, designing out waste and lowering embodied carbon, while still delivering memorable customer experiences, as well as the pros and cons of sustainability assessments. David Chenery talks to Matt Morley of Biofilico healthy buildings.
Read MoreThree key principles need to be kept in mind when applying circular economy to real estate: eliminate waste and pollution + circulate products and materials + regenerate nature (Circular). Here we look at each in turn as well as integration into green building and healthy building certification systems.
Read MoreEarly decisions such as the site selection and location, or implementing a local procurement strategy will have tangible emission impacts from Day One in a sustainable real estate development, as will integrating Active Travel facilities, providing green parking facilities and tracking commuter emissions in the operational phase. Read on for a sustainable building interiors consultant's summary.
Read MoreA review of sustainability in last mile logistics real esate by Biofilico consultants. We cover green building certifications, healthy building certifications, a benchmark case study, energy efficiency, water efficiency, waste efficiency, last mile transportation considerations and the sustainable credentials of a 'hub and spoke' distribution model.
Read MoreBiofilico consultants in real estate esg and sustainability assess the opportunities for the self storage industry, and its various investment funds and developers, to implement esg strategies as well as green building principles throughout their portfolio.
Read MoreA discussion by Matt Morley of Biofilico sustainable real estate and interiors with Manuel Diaz Cebrian, a Mexican entrepreneur promoting a vibrant new bamboo industry in his home country that comes with social impact and environmental benefits aplenty.
Read MoreIn the context of sustainable buildings and interiors, embodied carbon is essentially a question of materials, healthy and environmentally friendly building materials, efficiently used, ideally in a redevelopment rather than a new build construction project.
Read MoreTalking smart buildings for improved air quality, energy saving and carbon capture with innovative software company CEO Sally R and Matt Morley of Biofilico for the Green & Healthy Places podcast on wellbeing and sustainability in real estate.
Read MoreBuildings and the real estate industry in general contribute around 30% of total global energy consumption, making them a vital consideration in the push for a green energy transition away from fossil fuel dependency. Demand can be reduced through strategies such as passive design and green roofs. Energy source efficiency can involve implementing energy efficient lighting, efficient HVAC (air con ventilation) and elevator systems, as well as renewable energy production on site via solar panels on the roof, for example.
Read MoreGreen building consultants advise project teams on how to improve water efficiency in a building via water-efficient appliances, low or no irrigation planting, alternative water sources (such as greywater and rainwater collection) and ongoing real-time water sub-meter monitoring.
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