COADY Sustainability Charter Key Indicator #2

Published February 2025
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Operational Energy

Following the launch of the COADY Sustainability Charter, we’re diving into our second key impact indicator: Operational Energy, with a focus on Regulated Loads—the essential energy used for heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting, and hot water. 🌍💡

🏠 Why it matters:
Even the most efficient buildings can waste energy if not designed and operated correctly. Reducing regulated loads helps cut carbon emissions, lower costs, and enhance building performance.

🔍 Our Approach:
✅ Optimising passive design strategies
✅ Driving down energy demand with smart systems
✅ Prioritising renewable energy solutions
✅ Benchmarking and tracking operational performance

To strengthen our expertise, key COADY team members are upskilling in thermal bridging, hygrothermal analysis, and Passive House design—ensuring we lead the way in high-performance, low-energy buildings.

We’re committed to ensuring every COADY project achieves optimal efficiency—because better buildings mean a better future. Stay tuned as we explore a new impact indicator each month!