Camp Glenorchy: Zero energy tourist accommodation

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Written By Karen Melville Ives

An exemplar application of technology to achieve zero energy

SITE LOCATION: Glenorchy, New Zealand

COMPLETION: 2018

CLIENT: Pounamu Holdings

Camp Glenorchy is New Zealand’s first Net Zero Energy accommodations. Designed to the principles of the Living Building Challenge, the facility aims to achieve a 50% reduction in water and energy use, while providing a guest experience that inspires and delights. Attention was invested in every feature of this incredible project to achieve a truly exemplar outcome.

Revolve Energy Project Awards:

  • Finalist - KNX International, KNX awards 2018.

  • Winner - KNX NZ, Best NZ Commercial KNX project 2018.

  • Winner - SEANZ, Dave Keppel Innovation Award, 2019.

  • Runner up - SEANZ, Environmental impact award 2019.

Client Project Awards:

  • Time Magazine, 100 best places to visit/stay

  • Finalist - SBN, Revolutionising Energy Finalist 2019

  • Winner - NZ Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA), Sustainability Innovation Award 2019

Karen Melville Ives
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