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The \u00a34m refurbishment of the Graham building brings more sustainable student accommodation to the Victoria Park Campus in Manchester<\/h2>\n

The sustainable student accommodation project was completed in eight months, in a live environment.<\/p>\n

Delivered as part of the University’s Environmental Sustainability Strategy, which set a zero carbon by 2038 target, the refurbishment enhanced the building’s thermal capabilities and utilisation of renewable energy sources.<\/p>\n

The project was delivered by the property services division of North-West based contractor Seddon<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Refurbishments included asbestos removal and more efficient water heating<\/h3>\n

Seddon removed all asbestos from the site, which included ceiling tiles and Artex surface coating. Replacing the absestos-afflicted areas<\/a> required reconnecting mechanical and electric services to the ceiling.<\/p>\n

The project included a three-storey extension comprising a water tank room on the ground floor, bedroom spaces on the first floor and a plant room on the second floor.<\/p>\n

The improved plant room helps heat water far quicker, saving water wastage.<\/p>\n

Alongside the improved sizing of its 48 bedrooms, the extensions will greatly improve the student experience whilst maximising the energy efficiency and heat retention of the building.<\/p>\n

Solar panels were installed<\/a> to support the University’s efforts to achieve renewable electricity commitment.<\/p>\n

Sustainability features of the project include specialist composite windows, procured from Denmark, made from a combination of timber and aluminium for optimum performance.<\/p>\n

Sustainable student accommodation is a key part of the University’s strategy<\/h3>\n

John Shannon, managing director of property services at Seddon said: \u201cWe are pleased to have supported the University of Manchester in its efforts to achieve net zero<\/a>. We completed this eight-month project in a live environment, working to minimise disruption to students and staff.<\/p>\n

“The works will greatly improve the building\u2019s thermal capabilities, minimise the property\u2019s running costs and offer impressive improvements to the student experience. It represents a vital step on the University\u2019s journey towards carbon neutrality.\u201d<\/p>\n

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