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It is the objective of
David R Murray and Associates to contribute wherever
possible to adopt a responsible attitude to protecting
the environment by developing innovative and sustainable
design solutions.
David R Murray and Associates are committed to:
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Collaborating fully
with all members of the project team to develop and
adopt best practice sustainable development |
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Specifying materials
which are durable, economic and do not require
significant energy input during production |
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Consider as a first
option, the use of recycled materials, e.g. construction
demolition materials and suitable construction arisings |
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Making best use of
existing infrastructure before embarking on new
construction |
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Eco-design solutions by
the removal or reduction of any environmental impacts
associated with a product or a service at the design
stage - e.g. by using less materials and energy;
substituting non-toxic materials for toxic materials;
designing a product so that it can be disassembled at
the end of its useful life and its components re-used or
recycled, etc. |
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Local sourcing of
labour and materials to reduce energy consumption |
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Considering the effects
of movement of spoil on site and corresponding waste
production and disposal |
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Working in Partnership
with suppliers, and customers to promote effective and
meaningful environmental best practice |
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Adopting sustainable
drainage systems, including close liaison with SEPA,
Scottish Water, Local Authorities, and the local
community, |
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Adopting measures to
prevent pollution and adverse impact on the environment
and local community |
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Training staff,
suppliers and contractors to enhance awareness of
environmental legislation, regulations, British
Standards and Good Practice |
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Minimising waste,
re-use and recycling where ever possible |
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Switching off non
essential electrical equipment when not in use |
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Adopting energy
efficient plant and materials |
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Balancing economic
viability with environmental and social responsibility
to provide lifetime design solutions |
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