At Bryden Wood, we have over 25 years’ experience applying all types of MMC solutions to a huge range of projects.
This commitment to sustainability is not just a business strategy but a responsibility towards addressing global climate challenges.. 5.Using data centres as a testing ground for broader technological innovation.
One of the most intriguing points discussed is how data centres can serve as testing grounds for technological innovations that could be applied to other sectors.The consistent demand for data centre infrastructure provides a unique opportunity to experiment with and refine new technologies, such as advanced cooling systems and energy management solutions.These innovations, once proven, can be scaled and adapted to solve broader challenges in the built environment, making data centres a critical component in driving global sustainability efforts..
This episode of.Built Environment Matters.
offers valuable insights into the future of data centres and their role in the broader context of sustainable construction and technological innovation.
Lincoln Wood's experience and perspective provide a compelling look at how Edged is leading the way in redefining data centre design to meet the challenges of the 21st century.. To explore these topics further, tune in to the full episode and join us as we continue to explore the ideas and innovations shaping the future of the built environment.Further development can be undertaken to explore reducing whole life carbon further.
Ideas could include:.Replacing Comflor with a less processed material which can act as formwork.
Adjusting the concrete mix to be flowing rather than self-levelling which would reduce the cement content.Exploring the use of low carbon concrete columns instead of steel ones.. Façade: Opportunities to improve the embodied carbon of facades, including finding alternatives to unitised and curtain walling systems, and their materiality.. Cladding: Elongating a material or components’ lifespan may increase the day one carbon but over the lifetime of the building the whole life carbon can be minimised, where replacement cycles are reduced.. Aluminium procurement: Minimising transport miles is important for materials.