Schofield Gardens is at the forefront of sustainability

As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainable development, ALAND has used a range of energy-efficient materials. Some of these materials are the result of the company’s own research and development efforts. Additionally, room layouts were designed to enhance natural ventilation to cool the building in summer. Other innovations include the installation of several electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, a centralised hot water system and the harvesting of rainwater, which is then used to water the gardens in the complex.

Schofield Gardens is at the forefront of sustainability

Creating a
sustainable future

To fulfil its mandate for eco-friendly construction, Jasmine also features a number of innovative products that are both durable and aesthetically pleasing, such as the high-grade exterior Dulux paint system and CSR Hebel PowerPanels. These require less embodied energy and produce fewer greenhouse gases than conventional materials.

Such attention to detail is the hallmark of Schofield Gardens which features the liberal use of natural timbers, recycled bricks and textured concrete to create a unique residential complex that is designed to improve with age.

Creating a
sustainable future

Energy Storage

24 Tesla Powerwalls provide 324-kilowatt storage capacity

Advanced Solar

A network of 201-kilowatt solar panels installed on the roof

LED Lighting

All apartments fitted with low-energy LED lighting

Water Recycling

Filtered rainwater used
to maintain gardens

Setting ESG
benchmarks

ALAND has recently formalised a strategic approach to ESG that works towards clear ESG outcomes for the business and its stakeholders.

As part of establishing ALAND’s ESG framework the business undertook: research of material topics reported by relevant benchmarked companies and global ESG standards strategy workshop and stakeholder engagement to discuss and prioritise material topics based on inputs using a materiality matrix to represent topic importance identified and agreed on four broad ESG issues as most relevant for ALAND aligned to Environmental, Social and Governance pillars.

ALAND’s vision is to provide industry leading, sustainable, quality homes and this is supported by our ESG framework and ambitions.

Setting ESG
benchmarks

ALAND has recently formalised a strategic approach to ESG that works towards clear ESG outcomes for the business and its stakeholders.

ALAND’s vision is to provide industry leading, sustainable, quality homes and this is supported by our ESG framework and ambitions.

ESG framework and priority areas

1

Environment

Under the banner of ‘Product Excellence and Sustainability’, ALAND is pledged to deliver best-in-class apartment and mixed-use developments which stand the test of time, while also meeting our diverse stakeholder needs including optimising returns and minimising our impacts on the environment. Priority areas include reducing carbon emissions by using solar power, providing communal green space and rainwater harvesting and re-use. Schofield Gardens, our masterplanned community in Sydney’s North-West, demonstrates how sustainable technology can achieve better environmental outcomes, and build greater social connectivity.

2

Social

Our social commitment is divided into two parts: ‘Protecting People’ and ‘Developing People’. We believe that the people who work for ALAND, our contractors and partners, should work in a safe environment, and one that respects human rights. Priority areas include health and safety, and the supply chain. ALAND is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace in which stakeholders are educated and upskilled in order to achieve developmental, physical, and financial well-being.

3

Corporate Governance

ALAND is committed to acting responsibly across all of our diverse business operations. Our Executive Team provides oversight and policy direction on ALAND’s environmental, social and governance performance. Our strategic initiatives integrate good governance, transparency and ethical practices across all business operations. As part of this process, ALAND has developed clearly defined roles and responsibilities for its Executive Team. Regular communication, education and reviewing processes ensure that ALAND’s ESG agenda is being effectively applied within the company, with performance targets being under constant review.

Schofield Gardens is a highly regarded sustainably-focussed project in Sydney’s thriving North West growth corridor. Bottlebrush was the first stage in the Schofield Gardens masterplanned precinct, launching to the market in October 2019 and completed in November 2020.

Bottlebrush metrics

A Building Sustainability Index Report that measures the energy efficiency of the project and provides specifications to reduce energy consumption and the overall carbon footprint of the entire development was undertaken. This was to ensure we had provided an environmentally friendly development for the residents and local community.

43

Project BASIX score: Water

30

Project BASIX score: Energy

90%

of construction waste was recycled

8%

of the apartments at Bottlebrush are NDIS compliant

3 EVC

Gros One electric vehicle (EV) charger for every 50 apartments

40kL

40 kilometres of water is stored and re-used onsite

202kW

Canadian Solar panels have a capacity of 202kW

120kW

Capital Tesla battery storage can reserve and utilise 120kW of electricity

20YR

Average
Rescurrence Interval (ARI flows)

Key sustainability features

Cleaner Future

Bottlebrush has been built with a clear purpose of sustainability, building a cleaner future and through a partnership with community energy network provider Energy Trade. It is also one of the first residential developments with the largest installation of Tesla Powerwalls in Australia.

Hitting targets

Not only does the development incorporate a range of sustainable features, it has also met and achieved numerous sustainability targets throughout the building and construction stages.

New construction
methodologies

Although CSR Hebel PowerPanel was an already established product. However, this was the first time it was used in a class 2 & 7a residential development.

Modern energy
network

Bottlebrush features a modern energy network with the power supply, including onsite photovoltaic (PV) capacity and battery storage, three electric vehicle charging stations and a centralised hot water system.

Community at the heart of Bottlebrush

Schofield Gardens has created six stages in this remarkable community and each stage led by Bottlebrush continues ALAND’s tradition of building in harmony with nature. Each development is set around a central courtyard, providing residents with a leafy vista plus an outdoor recreation space, complete with BBQ areas, playgrounds, herb gardens and fruit trees.

Bordered on one side by a natural bush reserve, residents can enjoy a taste of country life without having to sacrifice the benefits of connected, urban living. Fresh air, sounds of nature, open fields and sunny skies are just some of the unexpected delights of life at Schofield Gardens: don’t be surprised to hear the sound of a kookaburra singing in a gum tree.

Community at the heart of Bottlebrush

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