BREEAM rating awarded to college

• 09 March 2010

  A college building has been awarded a BRE Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) rating of excellent for its eco friendliness.
  
  South Devon College's University Centre building has not yet been finished, but showed its sustainable potential to judges of the BREEAM award.
  
  The college's principal Stephen Criddle told the Herald Express: "We always encourage interest in environmental improvements and sustainability and the new university centre will be a fine example of how we meet our aspirations and responsibilities."
  
  A total of 74 points were awarded to the construction, which means it comes top for environmental performance and sustainability.
  
  Water recycling, solar heating and responsibly-sourced materials all contributed to the rating.
  
  There will also be composting facilities and automatic cooling vents in the green building.
  
  According to the publication, the college recently changed its cleaning products and devices to make them more eco-friendly.
  
  South Devon College offers education to school leavers and runs courses up to university level.
  
  For further information on any of our Environmental services or to find out how we can assist you please call us on 08456 122 144.
  
  Posted by James Hill

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