Energy Efficiency: Not just about Green Design

Energy efficiency begins with good, green, sustainable design, but it is meted out in our lifestyles.  Vexiflex employs sustainable design philosophy and practice green building in our construction.  However, it’s up to the owners and those living in our houses to choose a lifestyle that is responsible and environmentally sustainable.

We do our best to source and use materials that are locally made and have minimal impact on the environment, not only in their manufacture but also in their transport and longevity, which is known as embodied energy.  Once we’ve done our part, it’s up to our clients to take the philosophies and practices forward.

Here are some practical suggestions that will reduce your carbon footprint and save you money!

Build to endure: green building design

As we embark on hosting the world’s leading conference on environmental sustainability, COP17, South Africa has some serious work ahead as carbon emissions have increased by almost 30% in the last six years (440 metric tons in 2004 to 552 metric tons in 2010).  Vexiflex is committed to green design, environmental sustainability and is a member of the Green Building Council of South Africa.