Introduction. Karen Lyon Reid. Accommodation Strategic Planning Group Department of Public Works Queensland Government Australia

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1 Introduction Karen Lyon Reid Accommodation Strategic Planning Group Department of Public Works Queensland Government Australia

2 Overview Overview of Presentation Impact of the built environment; Responses to environmental issues; Methodology used for the ESD Guideline; The CD Rom; and Future Research

3 Impact

4 Impact Global drivers Habitat deterioration and destruction Depletion of natural reserves and resources Induced climate change

5 Impact Global drivers Biodiversity loss Plants Birds Frogs Corals Marsupials Reptiles Mammals

6 Impact Australian drivers Depletion of natural reserves of Freshwater Clean air Productive land Seed-stocks

7 Impact Australian drivers Pollution of urban/regional Air Water Land Impacts on Human health and the ecosystem

8 Response

9 Responses United Nations Kyoto Protocol on Climate Change 997 Montreal Protocol on Ozone Depletion 987 Rio Convention on Biological Diversity 992 Australia National ESD Strategy 992 Greenhouse Response Strategy 996 Built Environment Protocol 997

10 ECOLOGICALLY SUSTAINABLE OFFICE FITOUT GUIDELINE Responses

11 Methodology Intent: To provide designers, contractors and end-users with practical advice on ESD issues within the scope of office fitout activity. Objective: To enhance the performance of occupants and reduce local and global environmental impacts throughout the life cycle phases of the asset.

12 Methodology

13 Methodology Outcome of ESD initiatives: conservation of natural resources and heritage; and reduction of emissions to protect health.

14 Life Cycle Wheel

15 Methodology Rating Performance Organisations need a rating system to: Support decision making; Demonstrate performance and become leaders; Summarise or analyse progress; and Plan for overall improved outcome. ESD Starter Rated Agency Fitout ESD Improver in Supply of Fitout ESD Leader In Building Fitout

16 Methodology Rating Performance Level Score Logo Meaning 0-00 Starter Improver On-track Leader ESD Best Encouragement award for getting started. Improvement award for applied effort. Fast track award for improved outcomes. Leadership award for significant achievement. Best practice for ESD Outcomes ESD Starter Rated Agency Fitout ESD Improver in Supply of Fitout ESD Improver in Supply of Fitout ESD Leader In Building Fitout ESD Best Practice In Fitout

17 Methodology Hazardous Waste Solid waste to landfill Urban Air pollution Greenhouse pollution Water pollution Gross energy use Habitat /biodiversity loss Fossil fuel depletion Mineral depletion Fresh water depletion Loss of soil/arable land Ozone layer depletion Non-renewable resource use Current Practice Current Best Practice ESD Practice

18 Main Menu

19 Introduction Introduction In the Australian built environment, there is depletion of natural reserves of freshwater, clean air and, naturally productive land, as well as pollution of urban air to an extent that it can be detrimental to the health of both human communities and natural ecosystems []. On a global scale, the widespread habitat deterioration and destruction, climate change and depletion of scarce natural resources causes community concern [2]. The United Nations has responded by undertaking the following: Kyoto Protocol on Climate Change (997); Rio Convention on Biological Diversity (992), and Montreal Protocol on Ozone Depletion (987). The need to incorporate Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD) principles into human settlements was translated into the Australian context by the National Strategy for ESD, 992 [3]. In addition, the National Greenhouse Response Strategy endorsed by the Council of Australian Governments in 996, was a further national commitment to ESD [4, 5]. It is essential for the health and economy of the community to provide direction for future integration of effort and to improve ecologically sustainable trade and employment prospects. The Built Environment Protocol launched in Brisbane in 997, established directions for ESD in line with state, national and international agreements [Appendix A].

20 Main Menu

21 FITOUT GUIDELINES Guideline Guideline Categories The guideline relates to community, energy, materials and water and each has two principal outcomes, Resource Conservation and Emissions Abatement. Refer to the following Table 4 for an overview of these categories. Table 4. Guideline Categories Outcome: Conservation of Community Resources Habitat and Biodiversity Access and Safety Built and Cultural Heritage Endangered species Cleaner production Natural fabrics Pest control and cleaning Plantings/participation Hazardous materials Minimise building hazards Security and health issues Equitable access Accurate fitout information Information and education Maximise flexibility Rubbish/removal procedures Outcome: Reduced Emission to Air Indoors/Occupants Airborne Particles Hazardous Emissions Enhanced Ventilation Central vacuum cleaning Protect occupants Chemical storage/records Cleaning practice Voc s, toxic fume, EMF s Natural ventilation Ambient air intake

22 Part A Objective: Strategy: Recommendation Conservation of Community Resources and Heritage To protect natural heritage, habitat and biodiversity Enhance reliance on sustainable practice Implementation Rating Protect endangered species Appendix B Promote cleaner production principles Appendix C Select natural fabrics Specify plantation timbers with origins recorded. Specify plantation source in timber frame partitions/furniture. Specify preference for certified plantation timbers. Record reference to appropriate species selection listing. Avoid use of tropical hardwood unless it is recycled. Specify alternative materials to vinyl/lowest PVC content in: Floor coverings; Cabling; Furniture components; Conduit, ducting; and Venetian blinds. Minimise use of polyvinylchloride (PVC) wherever practical. Give preference to bio plastics over synthetic plastics. Specify organic fabrics with: High flame resistance; and Low toxicity qualities e.g. wool, silk. Minimise use of Fire Retardants containing VOC s

23 6 SELF-ASSESSMENT CHECKLISTS CHECKLIST PHASES In reviewing case studies, many initiatives in planning and design have failed to be communicated effectively to the correct people, at the appropriate time. It is critical that solutions to ESD issues and project implementation involve appropriate people at the right time. To ensure consistency across various management approaches, a life cycle method has been adopted for the following checklists: Planning; Checklists Design (incorporating Documentation and Procurement); Construction and Disposal (combined in checklist because of common activities); and Use (incorporating Occupancy and Evaluation). The checklists are formatted for ease of reference throughout key phases of the fitout process. Recommendations have been combined under lifecycle phases. Accordingly, some recommendations may exceed the maximum rating of 5. Considerations and outcomes in key performance areas are grouped according to each profession s responsibility and capacity to ensure appropriate and timely implementation. At each phase of the fitout, those responsible for implementation of work may use the checklists to report on initiatives undertaken, improvements and lessons learned in the key performance areas. While activities in each phase differ, the same system is used in each checklist. This approach promotes and facilitates an integrated outcome.

24 Checklist for Planning Phase Awareness and Education Consideration Implementation Activity Rating Encourage participation Inform and educate on ESD issues Review Best Practice ESD initiatives Facilitate and report on surveys and responses of occupant s needs/special needs Client input is canvassed and ESD objectives promoted. An environmental management plan is developed. An ESD approach is promoted and selections justified. Best practice ESD outcomes are researched for outcomes of: Increased reliance on renewable energy sources; Enhanced passive design and daylighting; Promoting efficient energy use and waste avoidance; Increased reliance on renewable materials; Increased materials recycled content and recyclability; and Enhanced water efficient use and waste avoidance

25 Checklist - Design Checklist for Design Phase (Incorporating Documentation and Procurement) DESIGN PHASE General Resource Conservation Consideration Implementation Activity Rating Promote waste avoidance Design for recycling and reuse Maximise design flexibility and understanding of churn factors Waste avoidance Increase durability in system Reliance on recycled/and recyclable materials Reuse of existing furniture and fittings is promoted. Spaces for recycling bins are provided in layout. Recycled doors, glass and joinery are incorporated in the design. Standard material sizes are adopted in design solutions. Options for reuse are provided e.g. design for disassembly. Design for portability/permanence depends on change history. Packaging is reduced and recyclability promoted. Pull/push plates are promoted if required on painted surfaces. Design includes guardrails in high delivery/use corridors/corners. Wherever possible recycled glass and doors are used. Recycled plastic is used for most signage. Components are designed for reuse/recycling/deconstruction with e.g. mechanical rather than adhesive fixing. Vending machines reliant on disposable cups are avoided

26 The CD Rom

27 Projects and Research Projects and Future Research

28 Projects and Research Current ESD research (in conjunction with projects) : Planning Methodology - super grid Design Principles / Construction Techniques Services Design Workstations and Furniture Result: - Maximum flexibility and recyclability - Minimal negative environmental impact Note: All ESD initiatives must be implemented within benchmark costs rates.

29 In summary: Summary The Ecologically Sustainable Office Fitout Guideline provides an excellent basis from which to undertake further research ESD fitout initiatives will vary dependant upon the parameters of each project including: - project budget - project timeframe - scope of works - refurbishment versus greenfield sites To achieve best practice ESD fitout, more detailed research and development is needed at all levels including: - methods of improving planning efficiencies and reducing churn - development of new and improved ESD products - improved design detail and construction methodology

30 Summary In summary: The increased demand by Facility Managers and Architects/Designers for environmental solutions will encourage suppliers to develop ecologically sustainable products and systems ESD best practice solutions are constantly evolving and there is improvement with every project In order to expedite learning and make a positive impact upon the environment as quickly as possible, cooperation and exchange of research is needed between public and private sectors

31 Summary