(UR) BedZED

Question 1

key features

Answer 1

• apartments, work spaces, and community spaces
• renewable energy; solar panels and a biomembrane reactor
• variety of houses; 1-4 beds
• gardens and a playing field
• made from reclaimed materials
• dual flush toilets and low flow taps
• energy efficient appliances
• segregated recycling bins
• natural lighting
• wind cowls for ventilation
• insulated rooms
• diverse community
• transport links (buses, trains, trams stops, car share schemes, bike storage)
• close to shops and services
• security cameras

Question 2

successes of BedZED

Answer 2

• carbon emissions reduced by 56%
• water use reduced by 50%
• 84% of BedZED residents report an increased quality of life
• average saving of people using the car club, including transport, water, and energy bills: £3,258

Question 3

problems of BedZED

Answer 3

• expensive to build, so expensive to buy
• not inclusive to lower income people
• design of the buildings doesn’t fit in with the surrounding area
• sustainable features can’t easily be added to other existing buildings in other places