We specialise in life cycle thinking
Experience in the UK & Globally
Our annual service portfolio exceeds £1bn in construction value.
BREEAM, LEED, GRIHA and other environmental rating systems
Providing solutions to achieve excellent ratings
Life-cycle thinking
To help you realise long-term value, sustainability, and resource efficiency
Inspiring better choices
We help clients deliver projects that are economically viable and sustainable by assessing options for design, specification, and lifetime operation that provide both a positive return on investment and are good for the environment.
ADW’s expert knowledge and services include life cycle assessment (LCA) and life cycle costing (LCC), climate change adaptation, pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits, security and post-occupancy evaluation. Our clients are close and valued colleagues, and we offer high quality professional services and support from an experienced, expert team based in the United Kingdom and India.
Meet the Team
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Anthony Waterman is an expert in construction economics and resource efficiency with over 18 years professional experience. He sits on ISO TC59, a working group responsible for the development of high-profile international standards developed to assess performance of buildings and other constructed assets.
Knowledge Share
What Are Dynamic EPDs And How Do They Differ From (Static) EPDs?
Dynamic Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) represent a significant innovation within the construction industry, offering a flexible and contemporary approach to assessing the environmental impact of building products. These differ markedly from traditional...
What Are The 7 Principles Of Sustainability In Construction?
The 7 principles of sustainability in construction are essential guidelines aimed at minimizing environmental impact, optimizing resource use, and creating healthy, resilient buildings. These principles are: 1. Energy Efficiency This principle focuses on reducing...
What Are The 3 Pillars Of Sustainability In Construction?
The 3 pillars of sustainability in construction, often referred to as the Triple Bottom Line, encompass environmental, economic, and social sustainability. Each pillar plays a crucial role in ensuring that construction projects contribute positively to the...
Case Studies
Learn how we have helped clients choose efficient design specifications across the whole of the built environment sector. Our Case Studies are reflective accounts of key challenges we have come across and our best-practice solutions to address them.
Testimonials
“It has been great working with you so far and to have a contact who is really knowledgeable about LCAs and BREEAM. I look forward to continuing this.”
“ADW have proven to be an extremely useful addition to the project team, offering an excellent service which met the specific requirements of BREEAM.”
Accreditations & Certifications
Our Health and Safety (H&S) management system has undergone rigorous assessment and accreditation by the Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS). This accreditation demonstrates commitment to Health and Safety, individual responsibilities, and Staff Training, whilst ensuring a positive safety culture across our organization and clients.