The BEC Building celebrated its 30th anniversary this year. Completed in 1996, it serves as an "eco-lab" dedicated to advancing sustainable building practices and innovative technologies, fully embodying the concept of green design.
In terms of design, the building's atrium uses the chimney effect, leveraging temperature and air-pressure differentials to enhance natural air circulation. In addition, the exhibition hall's high-volume, low-speed fans effectively drive airflow, improving indoor ventilation and maintaining a comfortable perceived temperature.
In addition to cutting the chilled-water system's energy consumption by around 30% using oil-free variable-speed chillers, the building incorporates several other energy-saving features to maximise efficiency. These include high-performance variable-frequency compressors, magnetic-levitation bearing technology, recycled materials, solar photovoltaic panels, LED lighting, and solar heat-insulating films.
Of course, the building is also equipped with various recycling bins. Plastic, paper, metals, beverage cartons, and old clothing are collected and sorted to encourage building users to recycle correctly and ensure items are clean before disposal.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Executive, Ms. Ng Ka Wing, said that amid increasing regulatory requirements, growing investor expectations, and rising consumer awareness, businesses must integrate environmental concepts into both their operations and supply chain management.
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