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Measures, Technologies and Good Practices
Do you want to know how much different measures and technological solutions would cost and how much money and resources they can save for your business? This database offers such data in a concise and comprehensive format.
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Technology
Aerofoil technology for refrigeration equipment
Aerofoil technology can be fitted to the front of refrigerated display cases to minimise chilled air and energy losses. Aerofoil solutions can cut energy consumption by up to 30 %.
Multi-deck...
Sector / Industry:
- Food processing
- Hotel and restaurant
- Wholesale and retail
Resources:
- Energy
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
Low cost 30% 1 - 2 Year(s)
Good practice
Life cycle assessment – Levi’s jeans case
LCA for 501s ...
Levi's iconic 501 brand of jeans was put through a full life cycle assessment which revealed a number of valuable insights
One pair of jeans uses equivalent to 3 days’ water usage by...
Sector / Industry:
- Textile and clothing
Resources:
- Energy
- Materials
- Water
- Waste
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
High cost
Measure
Reducing food waste improves profitability of grocery retail
When groceries end up as waste, the entire economic input used to produce and transport them is lost.
In Finland, the value of food waste in the retail grocery sector has been estimated to be 1.5 %...
Sector / Industry:
- Wholesale and retail
Resources:
- Materials
- Carbon
Measure
Energy management in retail
The biggest savings in retail and wholesale can be made in areas where the energy consumption is highest, such as in lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration.
In each of...
Sector / Industry:
- Wholesale and retail
Resources:
- Energy
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
Medium cost
Measure
Solar shading for energy efficient building
Solar shading describes a number of systems used to control the amount of heat and natural light that is admitted into a building.
As an integral part of the 'building envelope' in buildings with...
Sector / Industry:
- All sectors
- Construction
- Hotel and restaurant
- Office and administration
- Wholesale and retail
Resources:
- Energy
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
High cost 10 Year(s)
Good practice
Implementing industrial energy management system in Finland
High standards deliver energy savings
Three-tiered audit vital to high energy management standards at pioneering Finnish gyproc plant
Audits coupled with real-time energy monitoring and fully engaged...
Sector / Industry:
- Construction
- Manufacturing of machinery and equipment
Resources:
- Energy
- Carbon
Good practice
Innovative procurement strategy to embed...
Flexible working environment, flexible furnishing
City council explores innovative ways to re-use and refurbish existing furniture to create a new office environment
Novel approach to procuring...
Sector / Industry:
- Office and administration
Resources:
- Materials
- Waste
- Carbon
Good practice
Kesko Logistics trains drivers in eco-driving
Driving eco-change...
Large Finnish logistics company explores wide range of eco-friendly hauling solutions
Optimised routing and loading as well as training for contract hauliers in eco-driving...
Sector / Industry:
- All sectors
- Service sector
- Wholesale and retail
Resources:
- Energy
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
10-15% 0 Year(s)
Good practice
Embedding sustainability in procurement...
The natural way to zero waste...
London museum seeks to establish a sustainable procurement policy and strategy
Received support for six projects to help them embed sustainability into their...
Sector / Industry:
- Office and administration
- Other
- Service sector
Resources:
- Energy
- Materials
- Water
- Waste
- Carbon
Good practice
Sustainable procurement to deliver sustainable housing
The right stuff ... partners in affordable housing
Cardiff Council sought the right partners to build affordable and sustainable housing that delivers benefits to the economy and community
Expert...
Sector / Industry:
- Construction
- Other
Resources:
- Materials
- Waste
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
High cost
Good practice
Mobility planning solves parking problems at Valmet
Smarter commuting
Busy industrial area moves towards sustainable commuting options
Smart mobility measures introduced result in an award in 2017
Valmet Rautpohja is an industry plant situated in...
Sector / Industry:
- All sectors
Resources:
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
Medium cost 0 - 5 Year(s)
Good practice
World’s first scaled-up water-free and chemical...
This solution is just to 'dye' for ...
New scaled-up dyeing solution is faster and uses less materials and energy, which saves costs
Innovative clean technology successfully combines profitability...
Sector / Industry:
- Textile and clothing
Resources:
- Energy
- Water
- Carbon
Costs, savings, and payback time:
High cost 75-95% 3 - 5 Year(s)