IKEA's new Greenwich store in the UK will become one of the Swedish furniture makers' flagship stores.
Not because of its size, but because it takes energy efficiency and sustainability into every aspect of its planning.
First of all, IKEA spent a lot of time researching the best possible location.
Not only would the site need to accommodate their huge store, but it would also have to make it easy for all staff and shoppers to get there easily by using public transport.
The goal is for 100% of the employees to travel to work every day using the local bus and rail service.
Next came energy planning.
According to Energy Live News, solar panels will cover the roof to supply a large portion of the electricity needs. And because British winters tend to be long, cold, and wet, the project planners decided to take advantage of ground source heat pumps.
They will also take advantage of all the rain that falls by collecting and treating it for onsite use.
Even the onsite restaurant reinvented itself with bamboo bowls and tables from sustainable sources.
What's particularly interesting about the project is that everything IKEA does can be carbon copied into another location.
So, all the groundwork for one store can become the blueprint for upgrades to existing and new stores.
Chris is one of GreenCitizen’s writers who has been a long-time advocate of individual responsibility when it comes to the environment. He shares GreenCitizen's passion for making the world a better place every day of the year.
IKEA Opens Groundbreaking Sustainable Store
Chris Bolt | 2020-11-30 | Category : Green News | 2 minutes read | 26 views
IKEA's new Greenwich store in the UK will become one of the Swedish furniture makers' flagship stores.
Not because of its size, but because it takes energy efficiency and sustainability into every aspect of its planning.
First of all, IKEA spent a lot of time researching the best possible location.
Not only would the site need to accommodate their huge store, but it would also have to make it easy for all staff and shoppers to get there easily by using public transport.
The goal is for 100% of the employees to travel to work every day using the local bus and rail service.
Next came energy planning.
According to Energy Live News, solar panels will cover the roof to supply a large portion of the electricity needs. And because British winters tend to be long, cold, and wet, the project planners decided to take advantage of ground source heat pumps.
They will also take advantage of all the rain that falls by collecting and treating it for onsite use.
Even the onsite restaurant reinvented itself with bamboo bowls and tables from sustainable sources.
What's particularly interesting about the project is that everything IKEA does can be carbon copied into another location.
So, all the groundwork for one store can become the blueprint for upgrades to existing and new stores.
Watch the full video from Energy Live News.
Chris Bolt
Chris is one of GreenCitizen’s writers who has been a long-time advocate of individual responsibility when it comes to the environment. He shares GreenCitizen's passion for making the world a better place every day of the year.
Latest News
Trending on GreenCitizen
December-14-2021
Patriot Power Generator Review (2022): Worth Your Money?March-31-2022
Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling: The Complete GuideSeptember-02-2020
How to Build Your Own DIY Solar Generator?April-10-2022
44 Of The World’s Most Ethical Companies (Updated 2022)January-07-2022
10 Best Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergents (2022)May-05-2022
How To Use A Citric Acid Cleaner On Household ItemsJanuary-03-2022
How to Recycle VHS Tapes and Cassette Tapes: A Complete GuideJuly-27-2021
How To Dispose Of A Washer And Dryer In An Eco-Friendly Way?December-28-2021
10 Best Solar Generators of 2022 with Advanced Buyer’s GuideMarch-15-2022
Jackery Explorer 1000 Watt Generator Review (2022)Our Services
Category: Green News