Awareness of society’s impact on climate change continues to grow year on year. At the heart of responsible change lie the choices and decisions we make. That is why, at Skanska, our approach to sustainability is built on three key pillars:
At the Skanska Group, we are committed to to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions – for which we are responsible – by 50 per cent by 2030, and to achieve net-zero emissions by 2045. Improving the energy efficiency of buildings is one of our key design objectives. Our residential developments are designed not only to provide a high level of comfort for residents, but also with careful consideration of their carbon footprint throughout the building’s entire life cycle.
form an effective barrier against health-threatening PM10 and PM2.5 dust particles. With this solution in place, there is no longer any need for an air purifier at home.
A home automation system that enables residents to monitor and manage their electricity and heating consumption via a mobile app.
The central unit can also be fitted with a button to shut off the water supply to the flat, as well as smart meters for electricity and heat consumption, which convert the data into the flat’s carbon footprint.
The energy generated in this way is used to light the building’s communal areas: garages, stairwells and corridors. This reduces the community’s maintenance costs.
Each of our developments is fitted with an external Airly sensor that monitors air quality in the vicinity of the estate. In doing so, we aim to raise awareness of outdoor air quality, as it has a significant impact on our health.
On our estates, collected rainwater is mainly used to water plants and wash bicycles, shoes or tools. To facilitate this, we install easily accessible outdoor taps supplied by rainwater.
A sustainable heat source used to produce domestic hot water in the building. By opting for renewable sources, reliance on electricity from the grid is reduced.
Our estates are fitted with charging points for electric vehicles.
Before starting construction, we carry out a number of specialist assessments involving not only geologists, but also ecologists and ornithologists. Their reports help to guide responsible project design and ensure the protection of native plant species.
We look after all the inhabitants of our estates, including birds and insects. We provide shelters and drinking spots to support urban biodiversity.
From the moment we start looking for development sites, we prioritise locations that support sustainable living, including access to public transport and cycle routes. This enables future residents to choose greener modes of transport, helping to reduce smog and noise pollution in the city.
LED lighting combined with motion sensors ensures optimal use of electricity – only when it is actually needed.
We provide shared, accessible spaces for residents’ bicycles, including repair facilities.
During the construction process, we are committed to recycling 97 per cent of waste. Our aim is to manage all waste within a circular economy model.
We carry out construction work using energy from renewable sources, by entering into sustainability-focused agreements with energy suppliers.
This certificate clearly demonstrates our commitment to environmental protection in areas such as site management, health and wellbeing, energy, transport, water, materials, waste, land use, pollution and innovation. A successful audit confirms that both the housing and the entire estate meet the highest quality standards – with particular emphasis on environmental care – providing reassurance to us and our clients.
It provides clear information about our environmentally friendly approach in areas such as construction site management, health and wellbeing, energy, transport, water, materials used, waste, respect for the local area, pollution and innovation. If our development passes the audit, this gives us and our clients the assurance that the flats and the entire estate meet the highest quality standards, which, to a large extent, centre on care for the environment.
Buildings designed in accordance with the ‘Barrier-Free Facility’ certification standard are free of architectural barriers. In addition to stairs, we provide ramps leading to the estate. All entrances – to stairwells, lifts, balconies or commercial units – are designed with accessibility in mind, featuring no thresholds (or only very low ones) and ample manoeuvring space.
