Chiltington Land recognises the importance of the environment and the benefits in producing sustainable buildings. Developing and refurbishing buildings contribute significantly toward carbon emissions and occupiers are becoming increasingly concerned that the buildings they occupy influence and contribute significantly to their carbon footprint.We recognise the opportunities carrying out a development or refurbishment has to offer. These go far beyond the immediate benefits that an energy efficient building will have on financial returns and running costs. We recognise the potential impact and effect this will have on how the building is used; how flexible and adaptable it is; its impact on its immediate setting and on the wider environment. These all add to people’s perception.We measure and assess performance against industry benchmarks and standards with independent assessment such as:> BREEAM> Code of Sustainable HomesAnd fully support innovative ideas that aim to:> Reduce waste> Reduce water consumption> Improve energy efficiencyAs leader of the project team, Chiltington Land recognises its pivotal role in being able to challenge and encourage designers and contractors alike to push beyond meeting minimum standards. We realise these key decisions come with an environmental responsibility. We believe that carbon characteristics will increasingly drive perception and value of commercial and residential property.