Case study: BedZed- sustainable urban living

Question 1

What does Bedzed consist of?

Answer 1

82 affordable homes, retail and leisure areas, offices, medical centre, child’s nursery

Question 2

Where is bedzed located?

Answer 2

London

Question 3

How does Bedzed use grey water recycling to be more sustainable?

Answer 3

They recycle water from showers, washing machines and sinks and remove the impurities like soap and reuse the water for toilet flushing and garden irrigation

Question 4

Why does Bedzed use permeable surfaces?

Answer 4

To reduce urban runoff and prevent localised flooding

Question 5

How much energy has Bedzed reduced through their energy-efficient building designs?

Answer 5

90%

Question 6

How is BedZed buildings energy efficient?

Answer 6

Insulation (thick walls and triple glazed windows)

Natural ventilation (no aircon)

Solar heating (buildings face the south)

Low energy appliances (eg. LED bulbs)

Solar panels

Question 7

What green spaces has Bedzed used to improve the local environment?

Answer 7

Green roofs

Community gardens

Wildlife corridors

Question 8

How has Bedzed prioritised sustainable transport to reduce traffic congestion?

Answer 8

Public transport networks

Electric car sharing schemes

On-site workspaces

Provides safe parks and secure bike storage to promote walking and cycling

Question 9

How has Bedzed minimised waste?

Answer 9

Provide recycling bins

Composting on-site which can then be used to fertilise the green spaces

Used sustainably sourced materials in the construction of Bedzed