In recent years, there’s been a large move towards sustainability in large-scale building design and construction operations. From choosing low-impact materials to ensuring efficient operations after the build is complete, Environmentally Sustainable Development (ESD) has become a leading area of focus for Bunzl Australia and New Zealand’s new distribution centres.
The organisation’s new Brisbane location continues these efficiencies. With ESD principles aiming to improve the health and comfort of buildings for occupants, while at the same time reducing negative impacts on the environment, this new purpose-built facility demonstrates the significant efficiencies – and savings – that can be created by well-thought-out design.
Lachlan Mann, Bunzl ANZ State Manager – Queensland, says of the recently completed and now operational build, “This new distribution centre incorporates several sustainable elements like rainwater harvesting, electric vehicle charging stations, and rooftop solar panels – allowing us to apply with GreenStar to rate the building out of 6 stars. It’s also a great example of how sustainability is always at the core of what we do from construction all the way to operation.”
Located in Eagle Farm, the Queensland facility is 17,000 square metres and includes LED light fittings, rainwater harvesting, five electric vehicle charging stations, 240 solar panels and an improved waste disposal policy.
Bunzl Asia Pacific’s Managing Director Scott Mayne is in full support of the sustainability initiatives Bunzl companies have taken up. “As an organisation, we will always support initiatives that help limit our carbon footprint as we work towards our goal of a netzero economy. At Bunzl, one of our sustainability mottos is that we believein creating a sustainable environment for us and for those who follow.”
The new Brisbane facility is an example of how significant efficiencies can be created by good design and quality construction.
