Let's Talk Energy!
The energy landscape continues to evolve and with new renewable energy technology and energy updates, it’s difficult to keep up with it all.
MediaCity & Equans
Our friends at Equans are keeping a close eye on these technological advancements to identify those that would be suitable to implement here at MediaCity. The team work continuously to find the best solutions and implement action we may or may not actually see day-to-day that are saving us energy.
MediaCity and Equans have been working together since 2011 to achieve ambitious energy-saving targets and deliver net zero carbon status. Alongside the essential maintenance services provided, the partnership between MediaCity and Equans has helped the estate to achieve significant energy and cost savings, with Equans bringing its technical management and energy expertise to support our sustainability initiatives. Read more about the partnership in the case study below.
Get to know the team at Equans
Three of the team took some time out of their busy days to explain to us their role, how collaboration is important to energy management and their favourite project in recent times.
Exploring Energy with Equans
Our campaign partner, Equans, recently held a ‘Toolbox Talk’ for occupiers across MediaCity. During the session, Equans took us through the benefits of energy efficiency both environmentally and commercially, as well as discussing the ISO50001 certification which MediaCity has operated for nearly 10 years. In case you missed it, watch the recording of the session here.
WHAT'S NEW
Check out some of the top stories below!
Greater Manchester’s Local Area Energy Plans
Greater Manchester has been announced as one of the successful projects funded by Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living programme, receiving around £70k to help accelerate the delivery of the city-region’s Local Area Energy Plans (LAEPs).
Read the full story below.
Manchester Metropolitan University - top tips on saving money on your energy bills
As energy and gas prices continue to rise, many of us are looking for ways we can reduce our consumption to save money – and the planet too!
The Sustainability team at Manchester Metropolitan University have shared ways you can save money on your energy bills.
Mayor of GM announces a place-based approach to net zero
The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, recently advocated a place-based approach to net zero at the Greater Manchester Green Summit
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has called for local flexibility and funding on net zero, alongside a stable and progressive national approach, at today’s Greater Manchester Green Summit.
The Greater Manchester Green Summit 2023
Greater Manchester’s Green Summit 2023 was held at The Lowry Theatre, Salford Quays on Monday 2nd October, hosted by the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham.
It saw delegates meet and network with others determined to drive change and help the city-region meet its ambitious goals for the environment, with panels, workshops networking and exhibition stands showcasing challenges, solutions and opportunities.
Quayside MediaCity achieves Net Zero Carbon - Operational Energy
Quayside MediaCity, has recently become one of two retail destinations that are the first of their kind to achieve ‘Net Zero Carbon – Operational Energy’
Quayside MediaCity has been added to the growing list of Peel Groups buildings which have achieved net zero carbon status, the highest cluster of which sit within MediaCity, demonstrating the company’s commitment to climate resilience by rolling out net zero carbon initiatives across its estate.
The Energy Price Cap: how might it affect your energy bills in January?
In recent years the cost of variable tariff energy deals in England, Wales and Scotland has been controlled by the energy price cap, which is now set every three months.
The cap confirms the maximum price suppliers can charge households per unit of energy on a standard – or default – tariff in normal circumstances. It covers 29 million households.
GET INVOLVED
Greater Manchester Community Renewables (GMCR)
GMCR is a community benefit society run by volunteers to help increase community-owned renewable energy across Greater Manchester. Get in touch now to see how you can volunteer.
Groundwork
Groundwork offers individual and employee volunteering opportunities across the Manchester community.
From gardening and tree planting to litter picking, check out Groundwork to see how you can get involved.
Corporate Volunteering – Manchester City Council
Manchester City Council can help you plan a corporate volunteer day to help give back to your community.
This can range from conservation work, social value projects and even energy-related days.
Corporate Volunteering – Trafford Ecology Park
At Trafford Ecology Park, there is an array of volunteering opportunities available, both for individuals and businesses.
With a park so close to MediaCityUK, why not get stuck in and help restore and regenerate a staple for the local community.
City of Trees Volunteering
Across our MediaCity team, we’ve been involved with City of Trees for a number of years.
Why not head along to one of their community volunteering events, where you can help out with tree planting, woodland management, orchard creation and more.