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Our clients recommend us: Alberto Sessolo, Country Manager of Radici Plastics Suzhou
Following the Paris Agreement, businesses are under increasing pressure to reduce their environmental impact. TERAO can help to assess the carbon footprint of companies, from the upstream to downstream emissions. Additionally, TERAO assists its clients in achieving their sustainability goals. Sustainability being within the DNA of RadiciGroup, the team was from the start interested in implementing various sustainable strategies on
[Expertise] Building envelope: the concept and its role in energy efficiency
The building envelope is the physical barrier between the indoor and outdoor environment of a building. It includes the walls, roof, windows, doors and other elements that separate the interior space from the exterior climate. The building envelope plays a crucial role in determining the energy performance, thermal comfort and indoor air quality of a building. In this article, we
[Meet the team] – Shangyi, Project Manager at TERAO Asia
Today, we will introduce you to one of our project managers based in Shanghai Office – Shangyi. With more than 6 years of working experience in sustainability, she specializes in GBL and LEED certification consulting with HVAC and plumbing background. Discover more about Shangyi in this article. Have a good read! Q1: What is your role in TERAO and since
[Expertise] Optimizing natural daylighting while minimizing heat gains and glare
Natural daylighting is a design strategy that aims to maximize the use of natural light in buildings while minimizing the need for artificial lighting and cooling. It can enhance the comfort, health, and productivity of the occupants, as well as reduce the energy consumption and environmental impact of the building. It can also reduce the need for artificial lighting and
Our clients recommend us: Haze Zhang, Deputy General Manager of Lux-mate China
In the wake of the Paris Agreement, companies are being pushed more and more to lower their environmental impact. TERAO can help assess carbon reduction and define the different reachable levels of LEED certification for the warehouse. In this article, we invite you to read the following interview of Haze Zhang, Deputy General Manager of Lux-mate China. 1 – Can
[Expertise] How to certify a carbon-neutral building?
Carbon neutrality is a concept that aims to reduce the impact of human activities on the environment by minimizing or offsetting greenhouse gas emissions. To achieve carbon neutrality, the amount of emissions produced by a source, such as a building, must be equal to or less than the amount of emissions removed or avoided by that source or another one.
[Meet the team] – Martin, Operation Manager at TERAO Asia
Today, we will introduce you to one of the funniest members of our team, but when it comes to work, he is very serious – Martin. Discover more about Martin, our Operation Manager based in Singapore. Have a good read! Q1: What is your role in TERAO and since when? Martin: I joined Terao Asia in January 2023 and I
[Case study] A Feasibility Study on Sustainable Office Relocation
Building Fit-out and its Carbon Behaviour China’s ambitious target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 has significant implications for the building sector, which is responsible for nearly half of all global carbon emissions. Specifically, building operations account for 28% of these emissions while new construction contributes to 21%. In China, construction generates 21.6% of emissions, with 28% coming from new
[Meet the team] – Huma, Project Engineer at TERAO Asia
Today, we will introduce you to an engineer who brings a lot of laughter to the team with her unexpected sense of humor – Huma. As one of our project engineers, she brings not only her skills but also her warm and lovely personality to the team. Discover more about Huma, our lovely engineer based in Shanghai. Have a good
[Expertise] How to set up the energy baseline for your asset portfolio KPI?
What is an energy consumption baseline? A baseline serves as a point of reference or comparison for evaluating another value or situation. It allows us to determine whether the measured data is distinct, unusual, or requires special attention, or if it aligns closely with the baseline. By comparing against this reference point, we can assess the significance and characteristics of
[Expertise] Thermal comfort improvement for factories – the right approach
Thermal comfort in factories plays a pivotal role in ensuring a productive and healthy working environment for employees. Maintaining optimal temperatures and humidity levels not only enhances productivity but also fosters employee satisfaction and well-being. As industrial operations continue to evolve, adopting the right approach to ensure thermal comfort in factories becomes crucial. This operation needs to be done while
[Meet the team] – Ting, Project Engineer at TERAO Asia
Today you will learn more about Ting, one of our project engineers based in the Shanghai office. Discover more about Ting, our cheerful and conscientious engineer. Have a good read! Q1: What is your role in TERAO and since when? Ting: I have worked in an architectural design institute company. During that period, I followed a green building tutor and
Successful Project – Bürkert’s Taicang Plant achieved the LEED Silver Certification
Bürkert Taicang Project located in Taicang Port, Jiangsu province, is a regional headquarter of China. The new headquarter will focus on the R&D, production, and sales of high-end fluid control systems. Bürkert Fluid Control Systems is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of measuring, controlling, and regulating systems for fluids and gases. Bürkert products are used in a wide range
[Expertise] New EDGE Accredited Professional in our team
EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiency) is a green building standard and a certification program for more than 140 countries in the world. EDGE empowers the discovery of technical solutions at the early design stage to reduce operational expenses and environmental impact. Based on the user’s information inputs and selection of green measures, EDGE reveals projected operational savings and
[Expertise] Reducing the carbon footprint of your suppliers
Implementing a green supply chain is a strategic decision that offers various competitive advantages to a company. Firstly, a green supply chain can optimize resource management, reduce operational costs, and contribute to growth. This can be achieved by using recyclable raw materials, eco-friendly packaging, energy-efficient transport solutions, and manufacturing processes that limit water and electricity consumption. Secondly, many governments have
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