COMMUNITY

Here at the Bentall Centre we take our environmental footprint seriously and are taking positive actions to reduce our waste and improve our efficiencies to keep Kingston greener.

We are proud of the movements we have made to be more sustainable.

  • Our 2024 Achievements:
  • 76 tonnes of cardboard recycled
  • 2,255 trees saved
  • 10.8 tonnes of food waste digested
  • o% of waste sent to landfill
  • 2,691,409 litres of water saved
  • 728,913 kw of energy saved
  • 100% renewable energy used
  • Donated 9,226 Liters of clean water via Made Blue Foundation
  • 240.29 MWh of power generated
  • 143,910 CO2 Saved

These savings across the centre were due partly to the Covid-19 lockdown, but also to new initiatives the centre has put in place.  These included;

The introduction of an on-site Eco-Safe food digester which has eradicated food waste from the centre.  The digester breaks down all food and drink waste into a liquid which can be drained down the sewer line.  Treatment on-site means no trucks are required to collect and transport the food waste, saving on CO2 emissions and reducing our environmental impact.

The installation of an energy-efficient pump which has reduced our energy output substantially.

But we are constantly trying to improve this and work tirelessly on our four key pillars in the ultimate goal to be green…

Use and create clean energy supplies
Delivering an environment which focuses good health and well-being for our community
Help to create a sustainable and clean city
Do our bit to fight against climate change

Keep an eye out on What’s On for updates on our hard work to start to change the tide on sustainability in Kingston.

 

BENTALL BEES

At The Bentall Centre, our commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship extends to our very own urban beekeeping initiative.

Did you know that we are proud to house our own beehives right here on our premises? 

These hardworking bees play a crucial role in local pollination, contributing to the vibrant ecosystem surrounding us. 

Not only do they enhance the beauty of Kingston’s surroundings, but they also provide us with delicious, locally sourced honey. 

Our buzzing bees are a symbol of our dedication to supporting biodiversity and sustainable practises, and we are thrilled to have them as an integral part of our community.

Bee Facts

  • There are three different castes of bees the queen, the drome, and the worker.​
  • There are many different types of hive. The Bentall Centre hive is called a ‘National’ hive.
  • There are 20,000 species of bee worldwide, of which around 270 are in the UK, including 24 species of bumblebee.
  • A bee is the only insect which can feed its own young. Larva are fed for five days after hatching then the cell is capped or closed.
  • Pollen grains are produced by flowers as part of this reproductive cycle. In the UK there are at least 1,500 different insects pollinating our plants. This includes wasps, all types of bees and bumble bees, butterflies, moths, flies and beetles.
  • A productive queen, favoured by the colony and free from disease should live for at least 2 years.
  • There are multiple threats to bees mites, viruses, insects, countryside changes and Asian hornets.
  • A honey bee can fly up to 5 miler at speeds of up to 15mph