Our team have been involved in a range of projects recognised for their approach to sustainable built form, design and technology, and we now provide sustainability advisory services through a team of experienced sustainability consultants. In addition, our sustainability advisory services capability draws upon and integrates the combined knowledge and expertise of the wide range of disciplines within our organisation. We have worked on a range of projects involving urban development, educational facilities, local and state government, mining and resources, NGOs and general industry.
Sustainability Advisory Services
Our experience demonstrates that we can develop and implement contribute tangible, replicable and value-adding sustainability initiatives for projects, organisations and/or processes. We pride ourselves on our multi-disciplined approach to projects, integrating all facets of sustainability into our work.
Emerge Associates provides the following specialised sustainability advisory services:
Technical advice and strategy development in all aspects of environmental sustainability, including:
- Sustainable design
- Sustainability strategy development
- Energy, renewables and carbon reduction
- Waste and resource recovery
- Water use efficiency, alternative supply, and reuse
- Climate change risk and adaptation
- Alternative infrastructure such as battery storage
- Life cycle advice and supply chain assessments
Facilitating sustainability accreditations and certifications, including:
- GBCA GreenStar Communities
- UDIA EnviroDevelopment
- One Planet Living
Corporate sustainability strategy and reporting
- Corporate strategy development and strategy implementation
- Internal and external audit and reporting
- Social and environmental risk assessment through the application of the Equator Principles
- Reporting under the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and other independent frameworks and standards.
Leading community engagement around sustainability
- Education and engagement regarding sustainable living and sustainable fashion dress lifestyles.
- Behavioural change strategy and implementation
Sustainability marketing, communication and research, including:
- Community based communication documents – sustainability input into building design guidelines, community user guidelines and marketing material
- Research into consumer interest in sustainability initiatives and outcomes
- Coaching of sales staff to effectively communicate the sustainability message
- Strategy and documentation for industry awards including the UDIA Environmental Excellence, UDIA Sustainable Urban Development, UDIA Urban Water Excellence, PCA Award for Best Sustainable Development (new and existing buildings), Banksia Foundation Sustainability Awards, Golden Gecko and other environmental, sustainability or innovation oriented awards
