comprehensive needs analysis of the local and city-wide sustainability requirements. These objectives include the retention of the original Saxon Court building, which will save over 3,750 tonnes of CO2, a commitment to zero fossil fuel combustion on site, an increase in Biodiversity Net Gain by a minimum of 10%, which means there will be more diverse green space in an area than there was before the project was started, and a 100% diversion of waste to landfi ll.
Can you explain the concept of the One Planet Living® framework? The One Planet Living® framework was developed by environmental experts Bioregional in partnership with WWF and to date, it has been applied to roughly $30 billion-worth of development across the world. T e framework sets out a vision of the world where people live happy, healthy lives within the limits of our planet’s resources, while leaving space for wildlife and wilderness. Centred around a framework of ten simple-to-follow principles, One Planet Living® enables any company, organisation, or individual to achieve a greater level of sustainability. Objectives for MK Gateway have been developed around these ten principles.
The MK Gateway development is not yet under way, but we understand
that sustainable initiatives have already been implemented? Yes, we currently have Central Milton Keynes’ first, highly sustainable, ‘live lab’ green rooftop on the top of Saxon Court. This initiative has been made possible as a result of MK Council’s Green Business Recovery Fund and is in collaboration with local living roof specialists, Bridgman & Bridgman, and the YMCA Milton Keynes. Green roofs are a vital tool for climate action and deliver huge benefits including greater energy efficiency and an increase in biodiversity. The temporary project, which will be moved onto the roof of the YMCA in April next year, is also giving YMCA residents the opportunity to be trained and awarded certifications in the installation and maintenance of green roofs, providing them with the skills to meet future employment opportunities.
Pictured below The Green Roof Project has created a number of exciting upcycled planters at Saxon Court
Can you explain how the proposals for MK Gateway will promote sustainable transport? During our public consultations an overwhelming 43% said they would like to see healthy active travel options as part of Milton Keynes’ sustainable future. Consequently, we will be incorporating all-electric energy solutions within the development, including infrastructure to support e-mobility provisions for electric bikes and charging points for electric vehicles. As the site links directly onto the Redways, we also plan to create a cycle hub within the redevelopment of Saxon Court.
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