Hosted in partnership with Westminster City Council this seminar explored the most impactful ways to reduce operational carbon emissions and improve the way we use our buildings.
Hosted by JLL, guests heard from Dr Amy Jones (Director for Environment and Climate Change, Westminster City Council) who provided an update on the Sustainable City Charter. This was followed by an overview on carbon reduction case studies by Jason Smallwood (Technical Director, WSP UK).
The most impactful ways to drive down building emissions discussed by a panel of experts included:
- Ongoing engagement between occupiers and landlords
- Regular monitoring of energy use
- Simplifying the complex language around Sustainability
Our panel included:
- Janine Cole, Sustainability & Social Impact Director, GPE
- John Davies, Sustainable City Charter Steering Group Chair & WPA Planning & Sustainability Committee and Head of Sustainability, Derwent London
- Kirsty Draper, WPA Planning & Sustainability Committee Vice Chair & Head of Sustainability – UK Agency, JLL
- Jason Smallwood, Technical Director, WSP UK
- Simon Tranter, Head of Sustainability, The Howard de Walden Estate
The Sustainable City Charter is a free innovative climate action pledge for Westminster businesses containing eight commitments for reducing carbon emissions from commercial buildings. You can find out more on the Sustainable City Charter, which provides free guidance, support and best practice, here.
