Here at the Bentall Centre we take our environmental footprint seriously and are taking positive actions to reduce our waste and improve our efficiencies to keep Kingston greener.
We are proud of the movements we have made to be more sustainable.
Our 2021 Achievements:
* 76 tonnes of cardboard recycled
* 1751 trees saved
*10.8 tonnes of food waste digested
* o% of waste sent to landfill
* 2,691,409 litres of water saved
* 728,913 kw of energy saved
* 100% renewable energy used
These savings across the centre were due partly to the Covid-19 lockdown, but also to new initiatives the centre has put in place. These included;
- The introduction of an on-site Eco-Safe food digester which has eradicated food waste from the centre. The digester breaks down all food and drink waste into a liquid which can be drained down the sewer line. Treatment on-site means no trucks are required to collect and transport the food waste, saving on CO2 emissions and reducing our environmental impact.
- The installation of an energy-efficient pump which has reduced our energy output substantially.
But we are constantly trying to improve this and work tirelessly on our four key pillars in the ultimate goal to be green…
* Delivering an environment which focuses good health and well-being for our community
* Use and create clean energy supplies
* Help to create a sustainable and clean city
* Do our bit to fight against climate change
Keep an eye out on What’s On for updates on our hard work to start to change the tide on sustainability in Kingston.