Sustainability

At NDY, we acknowledge that buildings have a significant environmental impact. It is estimated that the built environment is responsible for 40% of the world’s carbon emissions. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change also considers the building sector to offer the most cost effective opportunities for carbon emission reduction.

As building services engineers we have both great responsibilities and opportunities. We are well-placed to work with clients to minimise inefficiencies and deliver more environmentally friendly outcomes.

NDY does much more than just analyse energy efficiency; we assess satisfaction, well-being and productivity and can assist in delivering cultural change. Our services extend to developing new designs and ‘greening’ existing buildings.

Our specialist Ecologically Sustainable Development staff work with clients to resolve sustainability issues. But our commitment is much broader than groups of specialists; all of our people understand and are committed to excellence in sustainable design.

Our commitment to sustainability set us apart from others in our industry. We don’t just watch from the sidelines. NDY is an active participant in the search for new ways to measure sustainable outcomes. We contribute to industry events and invest heavily in research and development.

NDY will remain committed to the development of sustainable solutions and consider energy efficiency to be consistent with cost effectiveness. We embrace sustainability for the benefit of ourselves, our clients and the world in which we live.

Our skilled engineers can provide practical advice on how to reduce carbon footprints without reliance on offset measures.

NDY has the experience and accreditation needed to provide a full-service with respect to building rating schemes. They are an important way to ensure best-practice standards are integrated into the design and operation of buildings.

Whether it is solar, wind, geothermal or other renewable sources, NDY has the experience needed to identify realistic renewable energy options and implement them cost effectively.

In the modern world, waste management is crucial to the daily operation of buildings. At NDY, we assist clients to deal appropriately with their waste and to recycle as much as possible.

As water reserves continue to diminish, the need to conserve and recycle water will increase. NDY can help meet this need both through design processes and our ability to improve existing facilities.

NDY has experience in energy modelling across our offices. We understand the emerging technologies in this area and have the practical experience necessary to provide world-class energy modelling services.

NDY can assist clients with designing facilities that conserve as much energy as possible. We also audit existing buildings to determine opportunities for them to become more efficient.

Physical space, lighting, noise and air quality are all important. NDY is expert in these areas and understands how to maximise comfort in a wide range of buildings.

NDY’s environmental planning services are consistent with industry best practice. We have provided planning services to clients across Australia, New Zealand and the UK.