We embark on aggressive programmes for existing shopping centres to retrofit chiller plants, replace lighting systems and apply other energy saving equipment such as solar film for skylights and glass walls and variable speed drives.  These programmes, supplemented by work process improvements, result in substantial savings in electricity consumption.   For our renovation projects, we adopt green technologies in design guidelines, specifications and materials such as solar panels, green roofs and natural ventilations.

 

The Link REIT trains and educates our staff on environmental management.  In 2010, six colleagues joined the BEAM training scheme organized by The Hong Kong Green Building Council.  As the first batch of BEAM Professionals at The Link, the team will be responsible for the promotion of innovative and environmentally-friendly practices in all business operations, such as asset enhancement projects and property management. 

 

The Link REIT also educates the community on how to think and work responsibility and provide green knowledge that can be applied to daily life.  The Eco-Terrace programme at Lok Fu Plaza was a very successful partnership with over ten green groups, establishing a pioneer farmland so that nearby residents had the opportunity to take part in farming activities at the terraced field.  In the 2010 autumn-winter season alone, over 5,000 pots of nearly 15,000 sets of organic vegetables were planted, including strawberries, broccoli, cabbage, beetroot, romaine lettuce and sunflowers.  By enabling participants to experience the farming process with their families and share planting tips with each other, the project helped inspire healthy organic green living.  The "Eco Terrace" project was awarded an Asian CSR Award in Environment Excellence in October 2010, recognizing that the creative green community programme was among the best in the region.