Net-Zero
Zero is Real! As part of our commitment to environmental sustainability, Campus Vert is dedicated to achieving net-zero emissions . By implementing innovative strategies and smart technologies, we strive to minimise our environmental impact, optimise efficiency, and adhere to global net-zero standards.
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Pursue net-zero in carbon, water, waste and ecology
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Support multinational organisations in advancing net-zero goals
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Maximise environmental, economic and social well-being
Net-zero buildings to manage climate risk and build climate resilience
South Africa faces significant risks from climate change. If current trends continue, global temperatures could rise by at least 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, potentially jeopardising economic stability and socio-economic development.
Globally, buildings are major contributors to CO2 emissions, resource depletion, pollution, and biodiversity loss. Net-zero buildings play a crucial role in managing climate risk and building climate resilience while simultaneously fostering energy security and lowering energy costs.
Advancing Net-Zero Goals for Multinational Organisations
Partnering with leading engineers in net-zero carbon solutions, Campus Vert’s net-zero vision aligns with the United Nations Paris Agreement for all buildings to achieve net-zero carbon by 2050.
At Campus Vert, our Net-Zero Journey aims to achieve:
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Net-zero carbon:
Highly energy-efficient buildings that use renewable energy to achieve zero net carbon emissions annually or produce more energy than used
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Net-zero water:
Minimise water use, balancing consumption with harvested, recycled, and reused water, achieving zero net water usage or producing more water than consumed
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Net-zero waste:
Design buildings that reduce, reuse, and recover waste streams, sending zero solid waste to landfills annually, or diverting waste from other sites for reuse
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Net-zero ecology:
Maintain ecological value during development and increase ecological value of the site
Benefits of investing in a net-zero building:
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Environmental sustainability:
Reduces carbon footprint, conserves resources, minimises waste, and protects biodiversity, contributing to climate change mitigation
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Economic and organisational benefits:
Lowers operational costs, ensures regulatory compliance, boosts brand image, future-proofs investments, and attracts and retains top talent
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Enhanced well-being and productivity:
Embodies a holistic approach that cultivates a sense of place, improves health and fosters a supportive and engaging community
