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Appendix 2 – Q&A from MediaCity in relation to Appendix 1
• What energy is used to power and heat the building? Blue is powered by electricity, heat and cooling supplies from the private network. Electricity is provided in two ways, partially as a supply direct from the grid and the other generated by our on-site energy centre. Electricity from the grid is from a 100% renewable tariff whilst the energy centre uses gas from the grid in a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant to generate electricity and heat which is then fed across the private network. 1. Is the electricity designated Green Energy. Electricity from the grid is from a 100% renewable tariff. 2. If Gas is used is this standard ‘natural’ gas or is Biomass which is identified as Green Gas. I believe standard natural gas is used by the energy centre to generate electricity and heat. 3. If green energy is used would REGO certs be able to be provided? Unfortunately, LEEP Utilities who operate the private network are yet to provide proof of REGOs. • Does the whole building have a determined tCO2e footprint calculation? Blue is a building within our Net Zero Carbon portfolio which involves any energy reduction actions being undertaken, followed by securing responsible renewable tariffs and then for any remaining carbon is offset through a verified scheme. We have followed the guidance provided by the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) Net Zero definition and undergo an ex external verification on the data. The latest report for Blue is attached. • Can Salford provide information on any environmental/low carbon plans that they have – e.g. use of solar panels, PIR lighting sensors, EV charging. Blue is part of our energy management system compliant with ISO 50001 and has been since it’s adoption in 2015. Part of this process involves setting up an energy management action plan for the building identifying risks and opportunities for energy savings that could be delivered to reach our target. Actions that have been delivered in
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