Case study – Life cycle analysis: Logistics assets across China TERAO was asked to carry out a Life cycle analysis at an early stage of 5 new projects located in China (5 logistics buildings). The goal was to create a baseline based on existing projects and help set up a carbon reduction target for the client. The assessment included the construction
It is a pleasure to have certified with the support of our partner archetype, Diana Pet Food newest pet food processing factory located in Chuzhou, Anhui province. This project has obtained a Silver level LEED certification: The LEED consultancy mission was carried out by TERAO team in collaboration with an archetype, the design institute. Rendering of the factory DPF recognizes
As the second part of this carbon footprint reporting tool series, this article will focus on an analysis of CDP,UN Global Compact and RE100. CDP & UN Global Compact Both CDP and UN Global Compact initiatives date back to 2000. CDP was created by a global cooperation (UK, Germany and US) and UN Global Compact by the United Nations. Now, 21
Recently, an increasing number of MNCs and SMEs have been paying more and more attention to their Carbon footprint. These companies are looking for different international initiatives to help them to reduce their Carbon footprint. To make it easier for companies to choose from a myriad of organizations, TERAO selected six of them and conducted a detailed survey: Carbon Trust,
It is a pleasure to announce one of our new projects: Sustainability assistance for Radici’s new plant in Suzhou including LEED and GBDL certifications. This is a greenfield project of about 17,000 sqm, including a workshop, warehouse and office area. During the preliminary design stage, we conducted a Sustainability feasibility study which included studying energy efficiency strategies, some specific comfort
Last Wednesday 19th May, 2021, TERAO Asia was glad to speak at the training session for HQE organized by Cerway and CSTB. It was held within the 17th edition of the international Conference on Green and Energy- efficient building and new technologies and Products Expo, in Chengdu. During this event, our colleague Yiyi Luo shared her feedback about the recent
After 18 hours of evaluation with the HQE Auditor Frédéric Leconte, our TERAO Asia team assisted the projects of Space Museum and Exhibition hall in the Wuhan Caidian Sino-French Eco-City to pass the HQE Design stage pre-certification. HQE (Haute Qualité Environnementale – High Environmental Quality) is a French-origin International green building standard. It is intended for projects under construction, renovation
How TERAO can help you to assess your carbon footprint? Here is a case study of a textile factory in Vietnam. Case study – Vietnam factory carbon footprint study TERAO’s team worked as a specialist to assess carbon footprint for a specific case. A Vietnam based client wanted to assess the CO2 emission for all the activities involved in their factories.
Last Tuesday 9th March, in Suzhou, was held “The Sustainable Factory” seminar & panel discussion by the German Chamber of Commerce in China, at GAMI – Global Advanced Manufacturing Institute. The concern around sustainability is growing among governments, corporations and civil society, and it applies to factories. The event was held at GAMI, Suzhou Manuel Ramos, GM of TERAO
Last Wednesday 3rd March, 2021 the BRE (Building Research Establishment) China organized its annual BRE China Award ceremony at the Langham Shanghai hotel in Xintiandi, Shanghai. It was also the celebration of the 30th anniversary of BREEAM certification system. During this event, TERAO Asia team was glad to receive not only one but two recognition prizes. BRE China awards and
At TERAO, we assist our clients to get green building certification. What for? For asset owners or investors to ensure their buildings respond to a certain sustainability standard. It will let the building have more value during its lifetime and for the selling of the asset in the future. One of our clients had this objective in mind, and TERAO
On 1st February 2021, the CCIFC (French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China) Shanghai organized the “Shaping Tomorrow Round Table” inviting the different winners of the Green Business and Good Planet trophy to share their views on Sustainability. TERAO Asia team was glad to participate, along with the 3 other winners of the Green Business Award (Doucéa, Faurecia and
Terao Asia team wishes you and your beloved ones a very sustainable, healthy & prosperous year 2021! The COVID-19 has brought a crisis unprecedented in the past recent years. Let us remember that green buildings are one of the solutions to fight it, as it will enhance a sustainable environment (as shown in the featured picture, it helps fulfill several
One year after our last visit to Wuhan, TERAO team went back to show their support to the city, especially after the COVID-19 crisis. On December 7th, 2020, TERAO was invited to participate in the first signing ceremony of “Wuhan Sino French Peninsula town“, which is part of the core demonstration project of Sino-French Wuhan Caidian Pilot Eco-city. With 24
Last Thursday 12th November, in Taicang, was held “The Sustainable Factory” seminar by the German Chamber of Commerce in China. The concern around sustainability is growing among governments, corporations and civil society, and it applies to factories. Manuel Ramos, GM of TERAO Asia, introduced the topic by reminding the ambitious carbon neutrality goals set by China & Europe, respectively by
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