At Waterloo House, sustainability isn’t a label. It’s a responsibility — to the city, to the people who use the building, and to the generations that follow.
From the materials we choose to the way the building uses energy, every decision is made with long-term impact in mind.
But more than that: we believe sustainability should be understandable. Clear. Practical. This page is here to explain what we’ve done — and what it means for you.
Setting the standard with BREEAM Outstanding
BREEAM is one of the world’s leading certification systems for sustainable buildings. Waterloo House achieves its highest possible rating: Outstanding. This means the building performs exceptionally well across a wide range of criteria — from energy and water use to health, materials, and biodiversity. It’s not just efficient; it’s exemplary.
Ready for tomorrow: Paris Proof by design
Most buildings still use more energy than our planet can afford. That’s why Waterloo House is built to be Paris Proof — aligned with the energy goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. In practical terms, this means the building will stay within strict energy-use limits all the way to 2050 and beyond. It uses less, wastes less, and performs better — for the long term.
Built to last with a circular construction
The way we build matters. Waterloo House applies circular principles wherever possible — reusing materials, designing for disassembly, and selecting components with a long second life. The fifth floor features a timber structure, over 70% of the steel in the main structure is reused, and biobased materials are used throughout the design. This isn’t just better for the environment — it creates a building with real integrity.
What this means for you
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