Warehouses and industrial buildings

As with any project, its important to place emphasis on sustainability practices when planning and constructing a warehouse or industrial building.  

You can find some key sustainability considerations for your warehouse or industrial building below: 

• Site selection and design – it’s important to choose a location for your warehouse that will minimize disruption to local biodiversity and is also orientated in a way to maximise natural light and ventilation to save on electricity consumption. 
• Materials – where possible, aim to use materials which are environmentally friendly, such as reclaimed or recycled materials. It’s also important to ensure that materials used are high-quality and durable, to avoid unnecessary replacements and maintenance. 
• Insulation – save on energy by ensuring that the walls, roof and floors are properly insulated. 
• Aim to meet the sustainability requirements laid out by important certifications such as Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM¹) to ensure your building's environmental performance. 

Read our detailed guidance on ways to sustainably power your project² and to save on energy³. Find out more here. 

Any waste associated with the building and maintenance of a warehouse or industrial building should be recycled and/or reused as much as possible. 

It’s imperative to discuss sustainability with the tradespeople working on your project. Find a trusted trade person to help complete the job today, using our 'find a professional’⁴ tool. 

1. https://bregroup.com/products/breeam/
2. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/planning/greener-homes/home-energy-generation/introduction
3. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/common-projects/energy-saving/how-can-i-save-energy-in-my-home
4. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/planning/planning-applications/find-a-trade-professional