Brad Johnson

Associate Director - Sustainability @Savills / Occasional Musician / Man of Kent / Biscuit Eater

[Simon Evans @DrSimEvans]

Super excited to finally share this updated analysis on the countries most responsible for climate change, now including all sources of CO2:

US 509GtCO2
CN 284
RU 172
BR 113
ID 103
DE 88
IN 86
UK 74
JP 68
CA 65

1/n

https://t.co/5PlQMZRhyR

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

That's the plan 👍 Aiming to bring through the next batch of property focused sustainability leaders here at @Savills!

[Martin Baxter @mbaxteriema]

Great to see the Savills Sustainability Graduate Scheme aligned to @iemanet Practitioner membership #PIEMA #careers #sustainability #hiring https://t.co/HdqidL2FNe

[Energy Saving Trust @EnergySvgTrust]

Ten years ago, 7% of electricity in the UK came from #lowcarbon sources. In 2018, the figure was 33%. And in 2019, we generated more #electricity from #renewables than from fossil fuels for the first time since the Industrial Revolution.

Find out more:
https://t.co/bIWYNFkro6

[Savills @Savills]

There are many reasons why landlords and investors should get the #sustainability credentials of their assets assessed. In our latest blog post, Sophie Chick, explains the different types of green building certification methods that are worth exploring: https://t.co/a0Uw3XJ027

[Savills @Savills]

While we can expect to see an increase in Environmental, Social and Governance (#ESG) specific investment vehicles, combining responsible investment with ongoing responsible management will be key in order to develop future-proof buildings

Read more: https://t.co/1NR4VX0hEf

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

Phenomenal stats on renewable usage vs fossil fuels in electricity generation.

[Simon Evans @DrSimEvans]

Two astonishing facts before breakfast:

1) Great Britain has gone two months without coal power AND
2) GB renewables have generated more electricity than fossil fuels in 2020 to date, per quick analysis I did last night

More in this piece by @BBCJustinR

[Ben Caldecott @bencaldecott]

UK Govt response to carbon pricing consultation published. Commits to a UK ETS with Phase I running from 2021- 2030, which could be linked or standalone, and will have a cap net zero aligned by Jan 2024 at the very latest. First net zero aligned ETS! https://t.co/SOvNmG3Tvt

[Alan Somerville @alanjsomerville]

#ESG passes the Covid challenge. At its heart #ESG is simply a way of running efficient, low impact organisations which deliver better returns to shareholders and society. https://t.co/584GOO9pvz via @financialtimes

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

The latest issue of @Savills Impacts is now out - It was great to contribute insight on the impact of the climate change tipping point. Other articles include thoughts on the advancing net zero agenda by @alanjsomerville
https://t.co/BB1Fc7u8BQ

[Savills @Savills]

What lessons can we learn from Asia on returning to the workplace?

#SavillsOfficeFiT is pleased to present a webinar hosted by Savills EMEA cross border tenant advisory team, in conjunction with colleagues across APAC, exploring this.

Watch the webinar: https://t.co/1hQcBCZZO1

[Emily Gosden @emilygosden]

National Grid says it’s currently forecasting that Britain will see a new record low power demand overnight this Sunday at just 14.4GW - lower than the 15.2GW seen on Easter Monday.

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

@LucieMiddlemiss Descending clouds here in North Leeds and getting worse by the minute. I think I may delay the lunch time fresh air and leg stretching stroll for a bit...

[Lisa Lee @LisaCarterLee]

Big investors urge companies to maintain focus on climate change https://t.co/Dsp3SrBSFp via @financialtimes

[British Electricity Tracker @myGridGB]

Britain's electricity mix at 1pm on 20th Apr 2020

Nuclear 17.4% Gas 19.4% Coal 0.0%
Wind 28.8% Solar 28.0% Hydro 0.4%
Biomass 3.5% Import 2.1% Storage 0.0% Other 0.5%

Generation 33GW
Carbon intensity 127 gCO2eq/kWh
vs a target of 50-100 gCO2e/kWh by 2030

[George Smeeton @GSmeeton]

Renewables generated more electricity than any other UK power source in first three months of year, shows @enappsys analysis: https://t.co/CXbzfg7zAj by @James_BG

[Savills @Savills]

On Thursday at 8pm, the UK came out to show its appreciation for all of the hard work that @NHSuk workers are putting in.

As we continue to share positive stories from across the Savills network, here is a flavour of the support shown, from our offices, to properties we manage.

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

I once managed a dire 36 steps once on a work from home day... If you don't force yourself up (either to the fridge or outside...) you can absolutely go a whole day barely moving! Not good!

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

Apparently the whole of North Leeds is out running. All keeping a good distance from other runners and pedestrians. May as well use the rare bit of warmness to blow some work from home cobwebs away!

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

For anyone that believes #HS2 is solely about the minutes, it's not. These plans look excellent for the currently underutilised around Sheffield station.

[Sheffield Rising @SheffieldRising]

Plans have been revealed for the Midland Station masterplan, which includes re-routing the ring road and tram system. Document available here https://t.co/NHWJMlxWXl #sheffieldissuper

[Brad Johnson @bradjohnsonenv]

Dare I say, the finest @Savills office in the country! A look into the local office market as it's gone from strength to strength #Leeds

[Savills @Savills]

2019 saw Leeds continue to go from strength to strength; with @Channel4's relocation of its national HQ to the city a key highlight.

Our latest research takes a closer look at the #office market in #Leeds: https://t.co/JfZZypyojH