Building Partnerships goes green with new Chairman After seven successful years at the forefront of commercial property development across the Eastern region, Building Partnerships Ltd is entering an exciting new era with a new chairman. Following the departure of Henry Cator to concentrate on his rural and residential interests, director Paul Knowles will take sole charge to concentrate on guiding the business through some exciting new projects which will see Building Partnerships Ltd at the cutting edge of commercial property development, with a keen focus on green issues. Building Partnerships has always focused on environmental concerns surrounding its property developments, and it is in this area that the new chairman will continue to work tirelessly to take responsibility for the environmental impact of all his new projects: “In the last 15 years, there has been a 30% increase in global carbon dioxide production, mainly as a result of burning fossil fuels. The media and the government are increasingly drawing public attention to the issues around global warming but little time is given to the problems generated by buildings and property. As an environmentally-friendly developer, we constantly strive to reduce the environmental impact of all our developments and encourage the use of natural or renewable energy sources,” explains new Chairman Paul Knowles. Mr Knowles (50), will continue to take a hands-on role within the business, passing on his expertise through strategic property, development and consultancy advice. With over 25 years of commercial development experience, which included the conception of the highly successful commercial property department at Bidwells Norwich office, Mr Knowles has undertaken successful commissions for leading local names such as the University of East Anglia, Ministry of Defence and May Gurney Integrated Services Plc. Building Partnerships is currently overseeing the innovative regeneration of a redundant site at Salhouse, and Mr Knowles plans to locate his new offices within this “green office” scheme upon completion of the project. |
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