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Buro Happold Details Sustainable Projects for Earth Day
April 22, 2024
As Earth Day arrives, the UK firm Buro Happold has shared the sustainable projects that it has been involved in, highlighting efforts to create a more sustainable world.
AlUla Framework Plan
In collaboration with the Royal Commission for AlUla, the company has worked on a sustainable development plan for AlUla in Saudi Arabia. The plan focuses on preserving the area’s cultural heritage while promoting sustainable tourism and aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
Bentway Leckie-Lake Shore Triangle (LLT) Staging Grounds
Buro Happold transformed a neglected area beneath a highway in Canada into a public space. The project features innovative stormwater management solutions and educational elements about climate change and biodiversity.
Green Planet Dubai
The Green Planet Dubai bio-dome houses a tropical rainforest with over 3,000 plant and animal species. The facility aims to educate visitors about the importance of preserving ecosystems and has surpassed Dubai’s green building standards.
GMCA Building Energy Decarbonisation Plans
The British firm has provided sustainability consultancy to the Greater Manchester Combined Authority to help achieve net-zero carbon operations by 2038. The firm conducted energy surveys for buildings across Greater Manchester and developed decarbonization plans.
Mayfield Regeneration and Millbrook Park
In Manchester and London, the firm has been involved in projects that focus on urban regeneration. These initiatives restore natural landscapes, promote biodiversity, and create public spaces for community enjoyment.
New York City Green Economy Action Plan
Buro Happold collaborated with New York City leaders to develop a green economy action plan. The plan aims to prioritize human well-being and position NYC as a leader in sustainable development.
Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion
The award-winning Sustainability Pavilion, designed by the UK firm, features energy-capturing “energy trees” and promotes ecological harmony. The pavilion has achieved LEEDv4 Platinum certification and showcases innovative sustainable design.
The Red Sea Project
The group is involved in the Red Sea Project, a luxury tourism development focusing on renewable energy, waste reduction, and carbon neutrality. The project aims to set new standards in sustainable tourism.
Eden Project North
The upcoming Eden Project North on the Lancashire coast will feature sustainable building services interventions aimed at achieving significant carbon savings. The project reflects Buro Happold’s commitment to environmental responsibility.
These projects demonstrate Buro Happold’s dedication to creating sustainable solutions that benefit people, communities, and the planet.
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