Sustainability in focus

Every winter brings reflection and in the world of science real estate, it’s a time to measure progress on sustainability. With COP and tightening ESG targets driving corporate strategy, the next generation of labs must do more than perform, they must prove their sustainability credentials.

At Inuti, we design Net Zero-ready laboratories that meet the twin goals of environmental responsibility and operational excellence.

1. Heating and energy efficiency in focus

Winter highlights the challenge of energy-hungry laboratories. Labs typically consume up to 10 times more energy than offices due to ventilation and process loads. Through advanced air recovery systems, smart HVAC controls, and heat reclamation strategies, Inuti reduces energy demand while maintaining strict environmental conditions.

2. Material efficiency and lifecycle thinking

Sustainability doesn’t stop at the mechanical level. We specify low-carbon materials, modular components, and reusable lab infrastructure to extend building life cycles and reduce embodied emissions, ensuring every project contributes to Net Zero goals.

3. Preparing for ESG-driven investment in 2026

Investors are increasingly favouring developments that align with ESG frameworks and science-aligned carbon targets. A Net Zero-ready facility is now a competitive differentiator in attracting both occupiers and capital.

As 2025 closes, developers who design with sustainability in mind will enter 2026 ahead of regulatory and market expectations.

The push toward Net Zero isn’t coming, it’s here.

Partner with Inuti this winter to embed sustainability, resilience, and performance into your next laboratory project.