Sustainability
Sustainable Living
Sustainability is infused into the DNA of Civic Heart, which is designed to achieve “Australian Excellence” in water and energy efficiency. To achieve this, a range of measures will taken in both the construction and design processes.
Sustainability in Design
- Motion sensors will be installed in shared lobby areas and carpark levels to reduce energy consumption
- A bike share service with a selection of bikes to cater for the different recreational needs of residents will aid in the reduction of vehicle use
- A dedicated car share service will provide occupants with another mode of personal transport and reduce the need for all residents to own their own vehicles
- Multiple electric vehicle charging bays with pay-as-you-go EV chargers will be installed to accommodate and encourage the selection of electric vehicles
- Smart electrical meters in every apartment will allow occupants to monitor their power consumption in real-time
Sustainability in Construction
- The use of bubbledeck as a slab construction material reduces the use of concrete by a third
- The installation of a centralised gas hot water system is over 65% more efficient than individual electric hot water systems
- All plumbing fixtures are Watermark compliant and registered under the WELS scheme
- The solar photovoltaic system provides renewable power to common areas
- Double glazing to external apartment windows possesses excellent thermal properties that reduce the need for excessive heating and cooling
