SPeAR Summary Report

Project Title ABU Suatainable Campus

Job Number 1
Date 28 July 2024

Explanation of Scoring

Sustainability performance exceeding current accepted practic

3 knowledge and or practices in this area.

Best Practice Sustainability Performance

2

Good practice sustainability performance, exceeding industry

1

Legislative Compliance or Standard Practice

0

Sustainability performance falling below standard practice

-1

Social
Average Score
Community facilities 1
Culture 1
Form and space 1
Health and wellbeing 1
Transport 1
Stakeholder engagement 1

Environmental
Average Score
Soil and Land 1
Biodiversity 1
Waste 1
Materials 1
Water 1
Energy 1
Climate Change 1
Air Quality 1

Economic
Average Score
Economic Effect 1
Facilities Management 1
Site Selection 1
Employment and Skills 1
Equality 1
Governance and Reporting 1
Procurement 1
ing current accepted practices and advancing
area.

mance

mance, exceeding industry standard.

d Practice

below standard practice

Project Title ABU Suatainable Campus
Job Number 1
Date 28 July 2024

Social
Indicator Sub-Indicator Best Case

Community facilities Education The project provides or improves existing

provision of, or access to, high quality and
affordable primary, secondary (and where
appropriate tertiary) education provision and
facilities for skills and lifelong learning
available locally.
The project uses new facilities in an
innovative way to improve educational
experiences.

Healthcare The project improves local access to

comprehensive health care facilities, with
trained staff and sufficient funding, and does
not increase pressure on existing facilities.
Access to specialist health services also
enhanced.
New, innovative models of healthcare are
provided, making it more accessible to a
broader group of people.

Recreation The project enhances connections and

access to high quality, affordable
recreational, social and/or green spaces.
New, innovative models are used to make
recreational facilities more accessible and
attractive to a wider group of people.

Retail A wide range of retail is provided in the local

area (including co-operatives, social
enterprises and small businesses), and is
easily accessible to all. Any additional retail
provided as part of the project does not
jeopardise existing local retail businesses.
Retail companies with sustainability
commitments and aims are supported.
Space provided is flexible enough to provide
for a variety of uses as needs change over
time.

Culture Respecting socio-cultural identi Local cultures and identities are identified
and fully understood. The project is inclusive
of all cultures and identities. There is
promotion of positive traditions, places and
structures.
The project uses its design to creatively
reinforce positive local cultural and historical
traditions.
 Cultural and religious facilities The project contributes to the diversity of
cultural/religious facilities as appropriate, and
strengthens relationships between groups
within the local community.
Use of environment The project identifies features of cultural
and/or religious importance within the natural
environment. These are protected and
enhanced. Both existing and new cultural /
religious uses of the natural environment are
promoted by the project.

Intergenerational and gender pr Intergenerational and gender practices are

evaluated and used to inform design and
operation of the project.
The project is designed specifically to
encompass the cultural needs of different
groups, in relation to gender and age.

Archaeology and local heritage Assessment of objects, places and

landscapes with archaeological potential.
Appropriate measures put in place for
preservation in situ, reclamation
archaeology, analysis etc. Design
sympathetic to the setting/ context of historic
buildings or sites. Integration into and
enhancement of conservation area.
Protection and enhancement of cultural
resources e.g. historic and listed buildings,
including relocation and re-purposing where
appropriate.

Art The project invests in public art that is

accessible to all, reflects local culture and
contributes positively to human comfort in
public space. The project helps to create
delight in a local area.

Form and space Density, scale, height & massin The development is in keeping with the
existing built form, respecting the scale,
height and massing of adjacent buildings.
With reference to tall buildings, the
development positively contributes to
townscape. The ratio of built area to site
area is appropriate to the surrounding
environment and contributes positively to
objectives for green space. The development
maintains a 'human scale', as appropriate for
the local context.

Public, private & communal spa The development provides attractive and
accessible public and communal spaces.
There is a strong degree of continuity, with
clear definition between public and private
spaces. Public and communal spaces
benefit from public surveillance, with main
entrances fronting public areas. Private
areas are secure and screened.
 Landscaping The landscaping is programmed to ensure
that it is in place for the operational phase.
Landscaping fits with the scale of the
development and the surrounding
landscape. Local species are used to fit with
local character and encourage biodiversity.
Landscaping is considered alongside other
issues in order to achieve maximum benefits
from green infrastructure.

Landscape, townscape and visuThe visual impact of the project is positive,

and the surrounding landscape / townscape
is enhanced as a result.

Security Opportunities for crime minimised through

the creation of active public spaces,
benefitting from high levels of natural
surveillance, strong frontage onto the public
realm and a mix of uses to encourage
activity and vitality at different times of the
day and night. Private areas are secure.
There is a minimal cost of crime prevention
to the organisation and/or local community.

Connectivity Connectivity within and between

communities is enhanced, meaning that new
communities interact as a result of the
project.
Access to facilities is enhanced for existing
communities, particularly for travel by foot or
bicycle.
Connectivity is improved with rural hinterland
and open space as a result of the project.

Microclimate An assessment of the local microclimate has

considered varying conditions throughout the
year and has been used to inform the
project.
The project improves all aspects of the local
microclimate, creating a pleasant and
comfortable space for users.

Health and Access to green space Provides access to quality green space close
wellbeing to where people live and work. Protects and
enhances the distribution and quality of open
space with amenity value. Space is well-
managed with input from the users.
Adequate lighting and good design promote
feeling of safety for users. Local/regional /
national guidance is exceeded.
Community cohesion Project encourages closer relations and
understanding between different sections of
the community. The project helps people to
meet new people in their community and
create/ enhance community cohesion.

Institutions and social networks The project improves or maintains the

linkage of local communities with
national/local institutions. Formal and
informal social networks within local
communities are strengthened as a result of
the project.

Indoor environment Comfort issues including odour, noise,

vibration, airborne pollutants, traffic
generation, greenery / plants, light and
thermal comfort are all built in, as key
elements, to the design and operational
plans for the project.
Occupants are comfortable in all respects.
Feedback from occupants is sought to
continually improve the indoor environment.

Social vibrancy The project creates and/or enhances social

places for people to meet and enjoy. The
different needs of different groups of the
community influence the design. A sense of
social vibrancy is achieved for all by
programming public spaces such that they
are activated throughout the day, week and
year (taking account of seasonal changes,
local traditions and festivals).
Transport Public transport infrastructure Transport fuel consumption and emissions
are minimised.
Low emission vehicles are used on the
public transport network.
Public transport services are affordable and
provide high-speed connections through the
use of dedicated routes (e.g. guided busway,
bus rapid transit, etc. ).
High frequency public transport services
and/or public transport interchanges are
available within a short walk for all potential
occupiers/visitors. Public transport serves
appropriate / useful destinations for those
living in / visiting the development. Services
are provided throughout the week, with more
frequent services provided at peak times.
Comprehensive real-time travel information
is provided to all potential occupants and
visitors in a clear and compelling manner,
both at the point of use and via smart phone
applications, mobile devices, internet, etc.
Incentives are provided to make public
transport attractive.
Ambitious but realistic targets are set for
public transport mode share. Sufficient
capacity is provided for these targets to be
exceeded.

Pedestrian design and facilities The public realm is designed to be attractive

and convivial for pedestrians. Shortcuts are
provided for those on foot, and key
destinations are connected, both inside and
outside the site.
Neighbourhood centres are pedestrianised
to make walking the only option within the
area.
Step-free access is provided. Key facilities
are within walking distance. Pedestrian
routes are overlooked, well-lit, well-used and
there are good, convenient crossing
facilities.
Appropriate information is provided on
walking to all potential occupants and visitors
in a clear and compelling manner.
Incentives are provided to make walking
attractive.
Ambitious but realistic targets are set for
walking mode share. Sufficient capacity is
provided for these targets to be exceeded.
Cycle design and facilities Public realm is designed to be attractive for
cycle users of all ages and experience (and
for all types of bicycle). Low speed, low
traffic volume cycling environment or off-road
cycle facilities are provided, which result in
shortcuts for those cycling (e.g. filtered
permeability or contraflow lanes). Best
practice cycle infrastructure design
standards are exceeded. Key facilities are
within cycling distance. Changing rooms and
showers are provided. Secure cycle parking
facilities exceed local standards and match
target cycle usage, with scope for future
increases.
Appropriate information is provided on
cycling to all potential occupants and visitors
in a clear and compelling manner.
Incentives are provided to make cycling
attractive.
Ambitious but realistic targets are set for
cycling mode share. Sufficient capacity is
provided for these targets to be exceeded.

Private vehicle use Only essential parking provided for private

vehicles.
Existing roads are pedestrianised or speeds
are slowed down to make them more
appropriate for shared space.
Private vehicle routes are less direct than
walking, cycling, public transport alternatives
in urban areas.
Land area for private vehicle use (both roads
and parking) is minimized.

Waterways Local waterways are used as transport both

for passengers and for freight.
Accessibility by water is improved for others
in the local area. Water transport serves
appropriate destinations.
Low impact fuels are used for water
transport.

Freight traffic (logistics) Minimise Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV)

kilometres. Maximise use of low emission
vehicle technologies, e.g. hybrid fuels,
electric, hydrogen cells, biogas. Minimise
intrusion of HGVs and avoid HGVs near
sensitive receptors.
Freight consolidation is used to reduce
emissions and congestion.
Maximise percentage of freight traffic by rail
or waterway transport versus road.
 Low emission vehicles Infrastructure is provided to support
alternative fuel vehicles (including electric
vehicles), both on-site and in the wider area,
and made accessible to all.
Incentives are provided for the use of low
emission vehicles/ fuels, making them more
widely accessible.

Stakeholder Identification and analysis Detailed process for stakeholder

engagement identification and analysis including
consultation of local actors with relevant
expertise. Under-represented stakeholders
identified and appropriate engagement
strategies implemented.

Engagement process and feedbWell defined and resourced project

stakeholder engagement process is
integrated into design process that
encourages participation of stakeholders.
Stakeholders are clear about the influence
that they can have.
Evaluation and monitoring of stakeholder
engagement is in place.
Mechanisms are in place to deal with any
grievances stakeholders have in relation to a
project (these may be existing government
mechanisms, or project specific).
Appropriate communication methods are
used at each stage of design, construction
and operation, according to each
stakeholder group and the information to be
conveyed. A wide range of mechanisms are
used to ensure that all groups are reached,
including one-to-one interviews, focus
groups, public consultations, public notice
boards, newsletters, social media, websites,
etc.).

Integrating stakeholder commenStakeholder comments have been identified

and taken into account as part of decision
making.
Decision making is transparent, and
stakeholders are clear of how their individual
comments have been incorporated.

Media channels The audience is considered in choosing a

diverse range of media channels that are
actively and effectively employed in support
of project objectives.
Worst Case Score Notes

No primary, secondary or tertiary education 1

and skills training provisions made available
locally and the project damages existing
linkages.

The project increases pressure on existing 1

health care facilities and does not consider
primary health care.

No provision for recreational or social NO VAL

amenities or green spaces, and existing
provisions are disconnected from or made
unaffordable to communities.

No provision of retail in the local area. Lack 1

of diversity and flexibility in provision. Only
provision needs to be accessed by private
car.

Average score for Community facilities 1

The community's identity is undermined 1

through failure to recognise and integrate
local traditions, places or structures and
project does not meet needs of all groups.
The project leads to the loss of significant NO VAL
cultural and/or religious facilities with
negative social impacts.

Project undermines existing use of natural 1

and human-made features to the detriment
of the community.

No systems in place to monitor/evaluate the NO VAL

effect on genders/ intergenerational
knowledge resulting in loss of contact
between age groups and tension between
genders.

No assessment of appropriate measures 1

taken, leading to a loss of archaeological
resources. Not sympathetic to conservation
area and surrounding buildings and sites.
Loss of valuable cultural heritage resources.

Public art is destroyed or removed as a 1

result of the project. No consideration is
given to the value of art.

Average score for Culture 1

The development is not in context with the 1

character and appearance of the local built
environment. The scale, height and massing
of the development is not in proportion with
the surrounding area. The development is
very low density, using a disproportionate
area of land compared with the required built
area.

The design creates left over, ill-defined and 1

inaccessible spaces. There is a poor
distinction between the public and private
realm. Public spaces do not benefit from
good surveillance. Backs of development
are exposed, orientated towards public
areas and create an unattractive,
unanimated space.
No consideration is given to landscape 1
treatment. The design of any new
landscaping is out of character with the
area's prevailing landscape setting, resulting
in the degradation of the landscape
character.

No consideration is given to the surrounding NO VAL

landscape and townscape. The project has
an extremely negative visual impact.

Poor definition exists between the public and 1

private realm. Public spaces are underused.
Development does not address the street,
resulting in a low level of surveillance (e.g.
blank walls facing on to streets or
alleyways). Private areas are exposed with
high security risk. There is a high cost of
crime to the organisation/local community.

Communities are fragmented as a result of NO VAL

the project, and access to key facilities is
made harder.

No consideration given to how design NO VAL

proposals might affect the microclimate.

Average score for Form and space 1

Loss of green space or reduction of access 1

to green space. Fails to enhance the
distribution or quality of public open space.
Perception of risk associated with the space,
making probability of use infrequent. Lack of
clear ownership of space and low
maintenance.
Project creates fear, tensions and conflict in 1
the community. Fragmentation and
severance of communities. No contribution
to community interaction.

The project worsens the linkage of local 1

communities with national/local institutions
and disrupts existing social informal social
networks.

No consideration given to the internal 1

environment for occupants

No consideration is given to the need for 1

social vibrancy or activation of space. No
communal spaces for people to socialise are
provided.

Average score for Health and wellbeing 1

Site located remote from public transport, 1
with no attempt made to link in to existing
public transport network.

No consideration is given to designing the 1

public realm for those on foot. Roads are
busy with high vehicle speeds and narrow
footways and there is no provision for
pedestrian crossing facilities. No
consideration has been given to accessibility
of facilities by foot.
Pedestrians have to make detours and face
poor personal security.
No consideration is given to designing the 1
public realm for those on bike. Roads are
busy, with high vehicle speeds making them
unpleasant for cycle users. No consideration
has been given to accessibility of facilities by
bike. Neither changing rooms nor cycle
parking is provided.

Car parking provision meets or exceeds 1

existing potential demand.
New wide roads are built, providing more
space to encourage private vehicle use at
speeds and volumes that are likely to
discourage active transport modes.
High land area taken for private vehicle use.
Private vehicle use is more convenient and
lower cost than sustainable modes.

No consideration given to the use of local NO VAL

waterways, despite them existing nearby.

Totally dependent on / encourages use of NO VAL

road freight traffic. No consideration of
alternatives to road haulage or of low
emission vehicles.
No provision for the use of low emission NO VAL
vehicles

Average score for Transport 1

No systematic stakeholder identification and 1

analysis undertaken.

Weak project team and/or processes allow 1

little involvement of stakeholders during
design and delivery of project.
No grievance mechanisms are in place.

Stakeholder comments are not taken into 1

account by the project.

Little or no consideration of media 1

communications.

Average score for Stakeholder engagemen 1

Project Title ABU Suatainable Campus
Job Number 1
Date 28 July 2024

Environmental
Indicator Sub-Indicator Best Case

Soil and Land Contaminated land Desire to remediate existing contaminated

land and improve existing soil quality has
been a key project consideration. Best
practice approach taken to soil remediation
including on-site remediation. No residual
risk to health, soil, ecology or water
resources from the site.
Contamination is removed and disposed in
accordance with best practice management
and applicable legislation.
The site is non-contaminated, or if site is
contaminated, investigation and remediation
is sufficient.

Soil quality Project results in protection of indigenous

soil profiles and overall improvement in soil
quality. This could be part of a Landscape
Management Strategy (LMS), a Landscape
Works Plan (LWP) or an equivalent section
in a Site Environmental Management Plan
(SEMP), Erosion and Sedimentation Control
Plan, or Integrated Project Plan.
Erosion is avoided and top soil is retained
and enhanced.

Drainage systems Site-wide sustainable drainage systems are

applied to manage stormwater on-site and
near site, enhancing the natural (local) water
cycle and providing stormwater quality
improvements. Rainwater/ greywater
harvested and used across the
development. Approach to managing
stormwater run-off achieves reduction in on-
site and downstream flood risk
Biodiversity Protected species and habitats Project does not negatively affect protected
species or habitats as assessed by an
ecologist. Project further enhances overall
condition, function and usage of any
protected species and/or habitats.
Ecological Works Plan, Biodiversity
Management Plan or an ecological section in
the Integrated Project Management Plan,
Construction Management Plan or
Sustainable Environmental Management
Plan been drawn up in order to be
implemented during construction.

Conserving and improving local Enhancing local biodiversity has been a key
project objective. The project results in a
significant overall increase in biodiversity,
using native or adaptive species (as
determined by an ecologist). Existing non-
native invasive species are removed to
enable regeneration of native habitat.
Biodiversity enhancements provided by the
project link to surrounding habitats.
Appropriate monitoring and maintenance
regimes in place to ensure effectiveness of
enhancements.

Habitat Connectivity The project enhances local ecosystem

function by linking populations and habitats.
Wildlife movement corridors (are created
within and outside the site, on the advice of
an ecologist. Consideration is given to the
changing needs of populations over time,
including consideration of the affects of
climate change.

Ecosystems services The project accounts for the economic value

produced by ecosystems services that will
be influenced by the project, both now and in
the future. The project protects and
enhances ecosystem services.
The project empowers local communities to
benefit from the sustainable use of products
provided by ecosystems.

Waste Designing out waste Designing out waste is a key design focus. A
SWMP has been prepared early in the
design stage and used to inform design
decision making with the outcome of a
reduction in waste arisings.
Waste

Construction waste managemenConstruction site waste management plan

drawn up early in the planning process and
used to manage and monitor waste on site.
Waste produced is monitored with
challenging performance targets set.
Contractor successfully achieving
challenging commitments to reduce waste.

Waste in operation Design and operation facilitates a reduction

of waste to landfill through provision and use
of space both internally and externally for
waste separation. Appropriate space is
provided for current local collection
arrangements and possible future changes.
Where local collection arrangements are
considered inadequate, additional recycling
services are procured on an ongoing basis.
All collection areas are highly accessible and
design promotes behavioral change around
recycling and re-use to all. Appropriate
training is provided to users or occupiers.
Waste monitoring scheme in place with
reductions achieved.
Ongoing re-use schemes are initiated.

Hazardous/ special waste Strategic objective to minimise the amount of

special/ hazardous waste generated.
Hazardous waste produced is properly
stored, labeled, managed and disposed of.

Materials Materials efficiency in design The project ensures efficient use of

materials, optimising design performance
while minimising material consumption and
impact.
Use of recycled or reused materDesign developed to maximise use of local
reused, recycled and secondary materials.
Designs developed to enable reuse and
recycling of building components and
materials in the future. Good quality data
collated, defining materials used and design
assumptions to maximise chances of reuse
and recycling.
 Environmental and sustainabilit Materials have been considered both in
terms of their own environmental impact and
their influence on the impact of other aspects
of the project. Realistic assumptions about
the lifespan of components and the project
as a whole have been made. Contractors
and suppliers engaged at an early stage to
inform the design and enable research if
necessary.
Transport of materials considered as part of
specification.

Healthy materials Materials selected to avoid health impacts

avoiding materials that contain toxins or
have a negative impact on human health.

Water Water resources Water use within the current and future
capacity of the local resource.
Project improves security of existing water
resources and re-balances water
consumption to the benefit of other users
and surrounding ecosystems.

Water supply Project has been designed to maximise use

of local, sustainable, low energy, water
resources.
Rainwater harvesting and greywater
recycling systems in place to minimise or
avoid potable water consumption.

Water efficiency Project designed specifically to avoid/ reduce

the need for water consumption.
Community / occupiers made aware of need
to minimise water consumption.
Zero use of municipal potable water
supplies/ground water.
Adoption of xeriscaping practices to avoid
need for landscape irrigation. If irrigation
needed, zero use of potable water.

Water monitoring Design facilitates water consumption

monitoring. Management system in place to
record performance and target reduction in
consumption. Corrective actions defined to
ensure achievement of water reduction
goals. Results of monitoring used to educate
facilities managers, occupants and users.
 Construction Water for construction purposes is supplied
from on-site renewable sources.
Water for construction is low
grade/reclaimed water appropriate for
purpose.

Wastewater treatment and disp Utilisation of effective and clean on-site and
off-site treatment facilities which reduce the
energy and environmental impact of
wastewater. Appropriate disposal methods
identified for any process waste which
minimises risk to the receiving environment
and reuses waste streams where possible.
Energy recovered from wastewater
treatment included in design. Community
aware of their responsibilities.
Zero generation of waste water sent to
municipal or natural systems.

Water pollution The project has been designed to improve

the characteristics of existing run-off and/or
discharges resulting in an improvement in
local water quality. Water quality
management and monitoring programme in
place with challenging water quality targets
that ensure enhancement of human health
and the local water environment.
Targets are set for stormwater quality and
quantity (see for example Living Buildings
Challenge standards). These are monitored
and continuous improvement is sought.

Energy Energy supply All project energy needs satisfied by on-site

renewable sources / project is a net
generator of energy. Residual and/or
renewable heat is re-used.
Energy conservation and efficie Energy use avoided through energy-efficient
design, processes and materials selection.
Energy efficient design, processes and
material selection minimises energy use.

Energy monitoring Energy monitoring included in design to

enable detailed understanding of project
energy use profile. Approach to metering
and monitoring results in target setting and
reduction in consumption. Real-time data
provided to occupants and users, stimulating
behavioural change.
 Daylighting The project has been developed to maximise
daylighting to achieve an overall reduction in
artificial lighting from building layout to the
design of internal spaces

Climate Change Carbon management plan A lifecycle carbon assessment has been
carried out and a management plan drawn
up to minimise emissions. The management
plan covers the full range of carbon
emissions, with action plans in place and
clear targets for reducing emissions. The
project aspires to reach zero carbon and has
set a trajectory and milestones to achieve
this goal.

Social impacts of climate chang Resilience to future climate change is a

central aim of the project. Project has
considered all relevant short and long term
impacts of climate change on local
communities, and taken steps to mitigate
and adapt to likely effects.

Physical impacts of climate cha Resilience to future climate change is a

central aim of the project. The project has
considered all relevant short and long term
impacts of climate change on the local
physical environment.
An assessment of the potential physical
impacts of climate change over the lifetime
of the project is undertaken early in the
project planning stages and used to inform
designs.
Either additional measures are put in place
to protect against physical risk, or flexibility is
built into design to allow these risks to be
appropriately managed.

Carbon sequestration The project restores important carbon sinks

such as peat bogs and forests, and/or
creates new capacity for CCS.
Economics of climate change The potential impacts of climate change on
the local economic context in which the
project is being developed have been
considered. Potential adverse effects have
been proactively mitigated; opportunities to
exploit first to market advantage have been
delivered
Air Quality Ambient air quality Project located within an area of good
ambient air quality. No significant local air
pollution sources. Ambient air pollution
concentrations well within WHO air quality
guidelines (and national air quality standards
if such standards exist), i.e. location is of low
sensitivity with regard to air quality. Targeted
ambient air quality management strategy in
place, including monitoring programme.

Direct emissions For new facilities, direct emissions do not

add significantly to background pollutant
levels. For replacement facilities, direct
emissions are less than those associated
with the previous facility/ies. Best available
techniques used. Appropriate systems are in
place to manage direct emissions to air and
targets are set to continually reduce
emissions of potentially harmful pollutants. A
monitoring system is in place.

Indirect emissions For new facilities, indirect emissions do not

add significantly to background pollutant
levels. For replacement facilities, indirect
emissions are less than those associated
with the previous facility/ies. Facility/ies
designed to minimise private vehicle travel.
Low or no use of conventional fuels.
Appropriate systems are in place to manage
direct emissions to air and targets are set to
continually reduce emissions of potentially
harmful pollutants. A monitoring system is in
place.

Ozone depleters No chemicals or equipment used containing

ozone depleting substances. Ozone
depleting substances are named and
specified in purchasing policies/contracts as
being banned.
Worst Case Score Notes

No consideration or investigation of potential 1

contamination, or contamination identified
and potential for significant harm or pollution
(no remediation/mitigation)

Project results in removal of topsoil and 1

indigenous soil profiles. No consideration is
given to soil quality

Drainage systems have an adverse affect on 1

run-off e.g. increases risk of flooding.
Reliance on grey infrastructure with no
consideration of sustainable systems, e.g.
infiltration, rainwater harvesting.

Average score for Soil and Land 1

A net loss in the size or quality of protected 1
areas.

Project results in a loss of local biodiversity 1

and an. increase in non-native species.

Ecosystem function will be adversely 1

affected by the project. No corridors are
created. No consideration is given to the
need to connect populations and habitats.
Ecosystems become fragmented and
isolated.

No consideration is given to the value of 1

ecosystems services or to enhancing local
ecosystems. No economic or social benefits
are realised.

Average score for Biodiversity 1

No SWMP or consideration of the need to 1

design out waste.
No plan to reduce construction waste. Most 1
waste sent to landfill. No monitoring of
results

No space has been provided, either NO VAL

internally or externally for waste separation
or collection. No thought has been given to
waste separation or storage. No training of
users or occupiers. No waste monitoring.

Special/ hazardous waste is treated/ 1

disposed of inappropriately. National / local
minimum standards are not met.

Average score for Waste 1

Design and construction proceed without 1

considering ways to optimise material
efficiency.

Design does not take account of 1

opportunities to incorporate reused or
recycled materials, or to enable reuse or
recycling in the future. Lack of data on
materials used makes it difficult for future
designers to identify opportunities.
Materials selected and specified on the 1
basis of cost and performance only.

Materials selected and specified on the 1

basis of cost and performance only with no
consideration of health impacts.
Average score for Materials 1

Unsustainable abstraction of water that will 1

potentially contribute to depletion of the
aquifer resources. Unknown impacts or
adverse impacts on other users or
ecosystems.

Potable water used as a supply for all end NO VAL

uses, regardless of quality needs.
Water requirements for project compete with
existing local or environmental needs.
Water supply systems are energy intensive
and no consideration is given to reducing
energy.
No awareness of the impact of over-
abstraction where this applies.

No design to avoid/reduce water NO VAL

consumption. No awareness of over-
abstraction or the need to reduce water
consumption.

No monitoring to assess water consumption NO VAL

levels. No awareness of performance or the
need to reduce water consumption.
No consideration of construction water NO VAL
source. Municipal potable supply, where
water consumption competes with the local
community's water resources. Unsustainable
abstraction of water that will potentially
contribute to depletion of the aquifer.

Ineffective or no sewage treatment. No NO VAL

disposal route identified. No consideration of
opportunities to recover material or energy.

No water quality targets established. No NO VAL

water quality monitoring undertaken. No
liaison with the regulatory bodies undertaken

Average score for Water 1

Renewable energy not considered as an 1

alternative energy source. Any residual heat
is wasted.

Use of standard technologies and 1

processes. No assessment of energy
performance of design options. No
monitoring or control of energy usage.

No monitoring to assess energy 1

performance levels. No awareness of
performance in terms of energy usage.
Artificial lighting used throughout and at all 1
times.

Average score for Energy 1

No consideration has been given to the 1

carbon impacts of the project or how best to
manage these.

The project has not considered the short 1

and long term impact of climate change on
local communities.

No assessment is carried out. No 1

consideration is given to how physical risk
might worsen as a result of climate change.

The project destroys important carbon sinks NO VAL

such as peat bogs and forests.

No analysis of the long term economic costs 1

of inaction has been made and design
decisions have been made purely on the
basis of immediate financial cost.

Average score for Climate Change 1

Potentially significant local air pollution 1
sources and high ambient air pollutant
concentrations exceeding WHO air quality
guidelines (and national air quality standards
if such standards exist), i.e. the location is of
high sensitivity with regard to air quality. No
ambient air quality management strategy /
monitoring programme in place.

Direct emissions have significant effect on 1

ambient pollutant concentrations to form a
pollution 'hotspot'. No mitigation or
consideration of guidelines in process
selection. No targets set to reduce
emissions.

Indirect emissions have significant effect on NO VAL

ambient pollutant concentrations to form a
pollution 'hotspot'. No consideration of
indirect emissions through design/operation.
Predominant use of conventional fuel based
energy generation and transportation.

No plan to phase out existing substances NO VAL

with ozone depleting potential, e.g. in
refrigeration, air conditioning.

Average score for Air Quality 1

Project Title ABU Suatainable Campus
Job Number 1
Date 28 July 2024

Economic
Indicator Sub-Indicator Best Case

Economic Effect Value for money Economic performance appraised on the

basis of the quality and range of impacts and
the overall value for money, as opposed to
lowest cost. Decision-making and value
engineering based on a detailed
understanding of the lifecycle costs and
likely options to maximise the overall
benefits. Intangible socio-economic costs
and benefits included in the appraisal.

Distortions to local economy Potential negative distortions to the local

economy are eradicated through
modification of project design and delivery
and/or through dedicated management plans
developed in partnership with local
stakeholders.
Project does not distort the local price/wage
levels by paying above normal prices/wages
for goods and services. Precipitates
downward pressure on prices through
strengthening local competition and reducing
costs of production and distribution.

Vitality and regeneration Existing and new sustainable business

activities enhanced through financial
benefits, improved services and links to
enterprise development with resulting
positive economic impacts on the local
economy and society.
Variety of businesses supported (including
e.g. co-operatives, social enterprises).
Priority support provided to enterprise with
overarching sustainable aims.

Carbon pricing Explicit inclusion of an actual or 'shadow

price' for carbon in project financial and
socio-economic appraisal.
Project decisions taken on the basis of the
cost of carbon.
Facilities Usability Systems meet the requirements of building
Management users/occupants, are self-explanatory,
modifiable and easy to use. Usability is
considered early in the design stage, and
informs design and decision-making.
Provision of a system that ensures maximum
efficiency in use of lighting controls,
temperature settings, etc., while optimising
occupant comfort.
Training and manuals are provided for users,
as required.

Appropriate technologies Technology options evaluated to maximise

positive social, economic and environmental
impacts of the project. Technology can be
readily and cost-effectively maintained using
locally available skills, tools and parts.
Training and capacity building needs
identified and addressed in project delivery.

Whole-life flexibility Project designed for future flexibility to

facilitate changes in use and extend life.

Operation and maintenance Proposal has a robust financial and

operational plan for maintaining the facilities
through the life of the asset. Building
systems will undergo enhanced
commissioning procedures. The operations
and maintenance plan is within the capacity
of the managing authority. Operations are
based on locally available skills and
materials.

Site Selection Site location 100% of site on previously used land in an

existing urban area.
Project is a positive contribution to
communities and areas of ecological
importance.
Site selection minimises risks of natural
hazards; where these risks are unavoidable
they are addressed through site layout
and/or project design.
Site is served by a range of key community
facilities within walking distance, including
public transportation networks. Site offers
regeneration benefits for the surrounding
area.

Diversity/ mixed use Extensive mixed use of space that reflects

local needs and contributes to diversity of
the area.
Mix of uses means the project is useful and
accessible to all local residents.
 Planning intent Site designated by planners/regulators for
redevelopment. Proposed project improves
on the sustainability of relevant
local/regional/ national planning policies and
legislation. The project engages with the
local /city authority/agency to seek to
advance the sustainability requirements of
local laws and policy.

Employment and Labour standards All employment generated by the

Skills development exceeds the decent work
criteria and there are systems in place which
are pro-actively managed to ensure
compliance with these criteria, including e.g.
training, fair holiday pay, parental leave,
pensions etc.
Contractors and subcontractors are also
bound and monitored to exceed these
criteria.
Trade Unions (or equivalent workers'
collective groups) are promoted and
engaged in positive dialogue with employers.

Employment creation Design and delivery of project utilises labour-

based technology in construction, operation
and maintenance.
The project is designed with recognition of
traditional local trades, and to maximise use
of local skills.
Preference is given to employing local
people, particularly for longer term
employment opportunities and good quality
training is provided. Systems are in place to
encourage local recruitment, and ensure that
these are long-term new opportunities
(rather than replacing existing jobs).

Training Project includes training programs to

maximise local contribution to construction
and to support local employment in operation
and maintenance activities.
Training is delivered by local providers.

Access to finance Widespread access to affordable finance for

local suppliers and contractors (of a variety
of sizes and types of enterprise).
Project proponent takes active measures to
facilitate access to finance for firms with
access difficulties.
 Employment creation in constru Project construction prioritises labour-based
technology and favours local people. Boom
and bust is avoided. A diverse range of skills
are required.

Employment creation in operati Project provides numerous long-term

employment opportunities. It prioritises
labour-based technology and favours local
people.
Employment provided in the supply chain as
well as directly. Jobs created are new rather
than replacing existing employment
opportunities.
A diverse range of skills is required and
supported.

Social mobility The creation of employment encourages up-

skilling of local workforce.
It provides opportunities for local people to
take on new roles and improve income
generation capacity, helping to increase
social mobility.

Equality Affordability All elements of the project, including

associated products and services, are
affordable to people at all income levels.
The financial needs of low-income people
are met or exceeded.
Quality of life is improved for all in the local
community, regardless of socio-economic
status.

Designing for equality The project works with equality groups to

remove barriers to access.
The project is designed to improve access
(both to the project and to wider socio-
economic opportunities) for all equality
groups.
Design decisions are made specifically to
improve equality.
The project surpasses the requirements of
applicable legislation (e.g. UK Single
Equality Act, Americans with Disabilities Act,
etc.) and good practice guidance (e.g. UK
Lifetime Homes guidance).

Impacts and benefits Benefits accrue equitably, or in favour of

those most disadvantaged, and costs are
fairly distributed.
 Land tenure Project results in improvement in the status
of fair land tenure for local communities, e.g.
more secure, more affordable access.

Displacement Disturbance of communities, their properties,

lands, infrastructure and services is actively
avoided.

Governance and Monitoring and evaluation Monitoring and evaluation systems

Reporting systematically incorporate sustainability
issues and are considered integral to the
achievement of social and environmental
objectives.
Clear responsibility is assigned for
monitoring and evaluation activities and an
ongoing budget is assigned to the activity.
Stakeholders are directly involved in project
monitoring activities. The outcomes are
made freely available to stakeholders.

Information disclosure and repo Comprehensive reports are produced on a

regular basis and communicated to all
stakeholders in a way that they can easily
understand.
All material issues are reported on.
Reports are externally verified to ensure that
the information is balanced and accurate.
Lines of communication are transparent, so
that all involved understand how to use
them, and are able to make effective use of
them.

Strategy The project includes a comprehensive

sustainability strategy, which sets clear,
ambitious, specific, measurable, attainable,
realistic, time-bound (SMART) targets. The
strategy considers deliverability and assigns
responsibility for actions. Costs, payback,
and alternative financing mechanisms have
been considered.
 Risk management Detailed risk assessment and ongoing
monitoring and review is a key component of
project appraisal and the design and delivery
process. Risk management responsibilities
assigned. Detailed consideration of all
categories of risk including financial, political,
economic, social, reputation, regulatory and
environmental risks.
Long-term risks such peak oil, climate
change, reputational risk (from
'greenwashing') are included.

Donations to voluntary and com Both financial and in-kind investment into the
community, focusing on issues of local
importance.
Investment of wider non-financial donations
to community projects, making best use of
skills and experience for social good.
Long-term relationships are developed to
maximise the benefits to the community.

Procurement Local sourcing Project designed to integrate local materials,

skills, goods and services to the maximum
extent possible in both construction and
operation. Supply chains are analysed early
in the design process and priority assigned
to local suppliers in project procurement,
including high value-added goods and
services. There is a clear role for small,
community and minority enterprises in
project delivery.

Global sourcing There is a clear commitment to ensure

responsibility and sustainability through the
supply chain, including through ethical trade
relations and environmental stewardship.
The performance of suppliers is considered
through the procurement process, and
formal chains of custody and/or certification
are required to verify the legitimacy of
suppliers. Supply chains are regularly
monitored and audited. ISO 9001-
certificated Quality Management Systems
are in place.
Procurement Strategy The project has a bespoke and
comprehensive sustainable procurement
strategy, which sets clear and ambitious
targets for sustainability in supply chains.
The strategy assigns actions, responsibilities
and resources which clearly support the
overall sustainability priorities of the project
and surrounding area. Guidance and training
has been provided to those engaged in
procurement activity, and the strategy has
been well communicated to all relevant
stakeholders. A procedure, responsibility and
resources are provided for monitoring and
reporting on the strategy.
Worst Case Score Notes

No economic appraisal, assessment of 1

lifecycle costs or incorporation of non-
monetary costs and benefits, simply the
lowest cost solution implemented.

No action taken to identify or manage 1

potential negative impacts on the local
economy.
Annual expenditure on project undertaken
on an ad hoc basis without considering how
to maximise local economic benefits.
Expenditure practices drives above-normal
inflation in local prices of goods and
services, reduces local competition and
raises local prices.

Detracts from existing vitality of the area and 1

erodes existing business base. Reduces the
opportunity for local business initiatives and
degrades the context of existing economic
activity by exploiting people and materials
for marginal local economic impacts.

No consideration of the future cost of carbon 1

in project decision making or economic
appraisal and financial projections

Average score for Economic Effect 1

Inflexible system that cannot be modified to 1
respond to local user needs. Systems
installed that are too complicated for
users/occupants to operate, or do not meet
requirements. No training provided

Specification of technology without 1

consideration of social, economic and
environmental impacts or local context. No
action to take into account user needs or to
build the local capacity to operate and
maintain the technology.

No flexibility to change use or extend life. No 1

awareness of the need for flexibility in the
project design.
No operations and maintenance planning. 1
No assessment of capacity to pay of
consumers/recipients.

Average score for Facilities Management 1

Extensive footprint on previously- 1

undisturbed location with negative impacts
on local communities and areas of
ecological importance.
Surrounding area is green field land. Site not
served by public transportation networks or
community facilities.
Site at risk from landslide, subsidence,
earthquakes and/or flooding.

Single use development not accessible to all 1

locals and with no contribution to local
diversity or mixed use. Gated development.
Development is not in compliance with 1
relevant local/ regional/ national planning
requirements for the site.

Average score for Site Selection 1

Decent work criteria not met. No systems in 1

place to monitor or improve basic labour
standards and conditions of employment.

No action taken to maximise employment 1

generation. Predominant use of capital-
based technology and transient labour force.
Labour and services appointed outside of
the project area.

Significant local skills gaps and capacity 1

shortfall. No action taken to address the
skills shortfall. Appropriate skills imported
from outside of the project area.

No consideration given to how to improve 1

access to finance for local businesses and
entrepreneurs.
No action taken to maximise employment 1
creation in construction. Predominantly
capital-based technology used, and no
preference given to employing local people.

No action taken to maximise employment 1

creation in operation. Predominantly capital-
based technology used, and no preference
given to employing local people.

The project takes jobs from local people 1

(e.g., by moving from labour-based to
technology-based manufacturing) and
results in social decline. Any specialist skills
are brought in from elsewhere where
required and the income and benefits
channel out of the local community.

Average score for Employment and Skills 1

Low income or minority groups are unable to 1

access the project because the services
provided are unaffordable.

The project actively discriminates against 1

users on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender,
sexual orientation, religion, or socio-
economic background, either in physical
design or management and operation.
Equality groups are made more vulnerable
as a result of the project.

Benefits distributed unevenly, 1

disproportionately favouring those already
socially and economically advantaged.
Support for compensation and adaptation is
not offered. If compensation and adaptation
is offered, costs are not equitably and fairly
distributed.
Land tenure issues result in exclusion of 1
individuals or communities from the
provision of services, access to financial
support and/or compensation processes.
The project results in populations being 1
relocated or displaced without following any
established standards (e.g. International
Finance Corporation performance Standard
No.5 on Land Acquisition and Involuntary
Resettlement). No resettlement plan and
grievance mechanisms are in place. The
populations are relocated to a place with no
connectivity to employment or amenities.

Average score for Equality 1

Little or no monitoring and evaluation. No 1

funding or responsibility for monitoring and
evaluation. No involvement of stakeholders
in monitoring and little or no information
regarding project performance made
available to stakeholders.

Little or no disclosure of information to NO VAL

project stakeholders.

There is no sustainability strategy, or/and NO VAL

the strategy is not funded.
Nominal consideration of project risks. NO VAL

No contributions to voluntary or community NO VAL

organisations.

Average score for Governance and Report 1

Little or no supply of local goods and 1

services. No consideration of supply chains,
local suppliers, small-, community- or
minority- enterprises in project procurement.

There is no commitment to sustainable NO VAL

procurement and no recognition of ethics,
labour standards or environmental
stewardship issues in the supply chain.
Verification of sources is not required and
supplier performance is neither monitored
nor audited.
There is no sustainable procurement 1
strategy in place, neither for the project nor
for the client firm. Sustainable procurement
has not been considered as part of project
management and delivery.

Average score for Procurement 1