Sustainability
Sustainability is at the heart of Rhodes House, with a redesign that incorporates sustainable technology wherever possible within the constraints of a historic Grade II* listed building. Whether it is low-carbon technology, planting to support diverse ecosystems, or cutting food miles, Rhodes House continues to focus on reducing our environmental impact now and into the future.
Technology
- On-site low-carbon energy is generated through a Combined Heat and Power system, providing 20% of total energy use
- Ground-coupled geothermal air ducts bring fresh air into the new conference spaces, reducing reliance on gas and electricity
- Lighting in general circulation areas is controlled via motion sensors, to switch off lights or reduce the intensity if not in use
Biodiversity
- The roofs to the Residential Courtyard, conference areas, and new office space are planted with biodiverse species
- Bat and bird boxes around the House encourage a diverse range of wildlife
- Large expanses of the gardens include meadow grasses and flowers, creating a beautiful scheme while contributing to biodiversity improvements
Minimum waste
- Working with our catering partners, we monitor and manage food usage to limit waste
- We have set criteria around food sourcing to ensure that food miles are kept to an absolute minimum, guaranteeing high standards of quality
- No disposable cups, plates , or cutlery are used on site
- For more information about our sustainable catering, please visit our Catering page
Our spaces
