Shepperton Studios DOCUMENT Planning Application for Growth 2018 16

Sustainability Assessment AUGUST 2018

Sustainability Assessment

Shepperton Studios

August 2018

Contents

Contents 2

Executive Summary 4

1. Introduction 8

2. Policy Context 10

3. Pinewood Studios Group – Approach to Sustainability 15

4. Shepperton Studios: A Sustainable Location for Development 18

5. Sustainability at Shepperton Studios 22

5. Conclusion 37

Client – Shepperton Studios Limited

Turley Reference – PINR3003 Document Status – Final Date – August 2018

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The proposed development is in a highly sustainable location and will provide a range of social, economic and environmental benefits.

Executive Summary

This sustainability appraisal has been prepared to a Carbon Management Group and installation of A Sustainable Location for Development demonstrate how Shepperton Studios’ expansion renewable energy systems and centralised waste The Local Development Plan of Spelthorne proposals are underpinned by the Pinewood storage and collection services. Borough Council (SBC) supports the continued Studios Group1 (PSG)’s corporate approach to To facilitate sustainable travel PSG has in place a growth of Shepperton Studios. In particular the sustainability, are in a sustainable location, and range of measures including the provision of Spelthorne Means Business Economic Strategy through measures incorporated into the shuttle bus services to and from Shepperton (2017) highlights that the creative sector is very development’s design will deliver social, Studios and local railway stations, use of Hybrid important to the local economy and SBC’s economic and environmental benefits, mitigating Vehicle pool cars, provision of EV charge points support of Shepperton Studios is in the interests and adapting to the impacts of climate change. and secure cycle storage. of economic development. Pinewood Studios Group Approach to Part of PSG’s environmental management In terms of sustainable connections the existing Sustainability includes the ongoing monitoring of ecological Shepperton Studios site and its expansion site PSG is the leading independent provider of the habitats, ensuring the potential for pollution and (the Site) is well situated with walking and cycling real estate that is required for the production of damage is minimised. At Shepperton this links to local settlements and amenities. film and television content. PSG owns and includes the River Ash. Sustainable transport links including bus services operates studios in the UK and internationally, available less than 400m from the Site provide PSG’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) including Shepperton Studios in England. links to the local area. The on-site free shuttle programme includes initiatives, funding and bus service provides links to the local Shepperton PSG has a proactive approach to sustainability sponsorship in three principal areas: the local and Staines railway stations providing services to and has set in place a number of key corporate community, charities and organisations which Reading and London Waterloo. sustainability targets including reducing CO2e provide access, training and support for people emissions by 50% by 2025. PSG already achieves who want to work in the British screen based These sustainable transport links confirm that and will continue to target zero waste to landfill. industries. the Site is well located with respect to local amenities and services including nurseries, To achieve these targets PSG has put in place a This CSR programme demonstrates PSG’s schools, banks, post offices and grocery stores. range of measures including the development of proactive approach to ensuring that its activities This offers excellent opportunities for the deliver ongoing sustainability benefits during the reduction of private vehicle use. operational phase of the studios. 1 Parent company of Shepperton Studios Ltd

As part of the sustainable transport strategy the creation of cycle and pedestrian routes, In accordance with Policy CC1 of the Core expansion of the Site will look to extend the promotion of sustainable transport links, and Strategy, 10% of the operational regulated existing sustainable transport services, including support for bicycle users’ groups. energy of the new buildings will be provided considering an extension to the shuttle bus through low carbon renewable energy Requiring Good Design and High Quality services, increased EV charging points and new technologies: at this stage Solar PV, Solar Development – The illustrative masterplan secure cycle storage and changing facilities. Thermal and ASHP are considered potentially demonstrates how the development could be feasible technologies. These measures ensure that the Site is in a designed in accordance with the parameters. The sustainable location making good use of the parameters themselves have evolved from In addition to these mitigation measures the existing sustainable transport infrastructure. consideration of the site-specific constraints and development will include a range of measures to opportunities including improved site adapt to climate change including detailed Sustainability at Pinewood Studios accessibility and protection and enhancement of modelling of new buildings to reduce the risk of In addition to benefiting from PSG’s proactive the River Ash Corridor. overheating, a commitment to reducing water use beyond the requirements of typical buildings approach to sustainability and being in a Promoting Healthy Communities – The expansion and the design of the surface water management sustainable location, a number of measures are of the Site will include measures to promote the system to include a 40% allowance for climate to be included within the proposed development health and well-being of those working and change. to deliver economic, social and environmental visiting the Site with new green spaces, footpaths benefits and to further enhance the sustainability and connections to the local area. Conserving and Enhancing the Natural of the Site. Environment – Maintaining, conserving and Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change – enhancing the natural environment is a key Building a Strong and Competitive Economy – Climate change in the UK is anticipated to lead to objective of the expansion. In this context the Government policy is to sustain the rapid growth increased summer and winter temperatures, development will include a range of mitigation of the UK film and HETV sectors of the creative increased winter rainfall and reduced summer and enhancement measures to protect and industries, the expansion of Shepperton Studios rainfall. will contribute towards both local and national improve the site habitats and biodiversity. Key economic growth. The capital investment of In this context the proposed expansion aims to measures include the management and approximately £500m will lead to a direct local mitigate the impacts of climate change by improvement of the River Ash corridor, the benefit of £74.4m during construction, as well as incorporating measures to reduce Greenhouse creation of new wetland habitats around the on- supporting 5,312 UK jobs during operation with Gas (GHG) emissions. Key measures will include a site attenuation ponds and the installation of 2,823 of these from the local area contributing full GHG assessment during the detailed design features to attract species including bats, birds, £193.6m to the local economy. of the development including the assessment of invertebrates, reptiles and mammals. embodied carbon materials targeting a 10% Sustainable Waste Management – In accordance Promoting Sustainable Travel – Investment and reduction in emissions. enhancement of existing sustainable travel with the Pinewood Group’s zero waste target the measures through additional measures including Shepperton Expansion will aim to minimise waste

and maximise recycling during demolition, construction and operation. During the operation of the Site the existing waste management plan will be extended with the aim of ensuring that as much waste as possible from the Site is either recycled or used in the generation of energy.

Sustainability Benefits

The Social, Economic and Environmental benefits of the Shepperton Studios Expansion

Social Benefits Environmental Benefits

Continued contribution to the local community 5,312 Jobs through the Pinewood Studios Group Shepperton Studios is in a sustainable location A commitment to reducing construction stage Supported, with 2,823 supported jobs CSR strategy including community outreach and benefits from a range of sustainable transport and operational waste, maximising the re-use through the local Spelthorne area and charity contributions links such as the Shepperton shuttle bus services and recycling of materials.

Economic Benefits

10% Energy Environmental management of the River Ash £500m capital investment in the construction £322.7m Generated through the use of low carbon woodland corridor to enhance the river habitat and fit out of new high tech studio spaces GVA contributed to the UK economy each year, and improve site biodiversity renewable energy, reducing CO2 emissions with £193.6m directed into the local Spelthorne economy

The proposed development will deliver a sustainable development in a sustainable location providing a wide range of social, economic and environmental benefits. Sustainability

1. Introduction

This Sustainability Appraisal film, television and other screen based media The proposed description of development is as content. follows: has been prepared to The existing Site is bordered by areas of “Outline planning permission with all matters demonstrate how the residential development, the River Ash Corridor reserved (except for access) for the to the south and the Queen Mary reservoir to the redevelopment and expansion of Shepperton proposed redevelopment and north. Studios, comprising the partial demolition and replacement of existing accommodation; expansion of Shepperton The Site benefits from good access including bus construction of new sound stages, workshops, services which run through the village of Littleton Studios will deliver a range of office accommodation, entrance structures and and the Shepperton railway station located reception, security offices and backlots; creation economic, social and approximately 1.7km to the south east providing of a new vehicular and pedestrian access from direct links to London Waterloo. environmental benefits. Shepperton Road and the retention of existing This Appraisal has been structured to support the Proposed Development access off Studios Road; with associated car outline planning application for the To ensure the sustainable future of Shepperton parking; landscaping and ecological redevelopment and expansion of Shepperton Studios the PSG applicant proposes to redevelop enhancements.” Studios, demonstrating how the redevelopment the Site and surrounding land to provide new, Further details of the proposed development are of the Site will deliver a sustainable development state of the art production facilities. set out in the Planning Statement and Design and and local economic, environmental and social As part of the redevelopment of the Site Access Statement which accompany the benefits. 51,859m2 of the existing floorspace will be application. 2 Site Context demolished, with the construction of 164,708m Sustainability Appraisal new sound stages, workshops, offices and other Shepperton Studios is located adjacent to the To demonstrate the sustainability of the ancillary buildings on the existing Site and land to village of Littleton in Surrey and currently proposed development this appraisal is set out the north west and south . Figure 1 shows an comprises of 83,560m2 of stages, workshops and under the following headings: illustrative masterplan for the proposed ancillary buildings used for the production of redevelopment.

2. Policy Context – A review of national and local planning policy, setting out key sustainability policies and guidance relevant to the redevelopment of Shepperton Studios. 3. PSG – Sustainability Strategy – Sets out PSG’s sustainability strategy. 4. Shepperton Studios: A Sustainable Location for Development - Demonstrating how the proposed development is in a sustainable location. 5. Sustainability at Shepperton Studios – In accordance with NPPF and local policy requirements setting out the key sustainability measures incorporated into the design of the development and resulting social, economic and environmental benefits.

Figure 1: Illustrative Masterplan

2. Policy Context

This chapter of the report 2005, the strategy has taken a recently renewed promotes development that mitigates and focus in light of the government’s definition of adapts to climate change. provides an overview of the Sustainable Development in the NPPF. Climate Change Act One of the key aims of this strategy is to relevant planning policy and The Climate Change Act (2008) sets a legally recognise the threats of climate change and binding target for reducing UK CO2 emissions by guidance regarding Climate ensure that the UK develops a strategy to least 80% on 1990 levels by 2050. Change and carbon emissions mitigate and adapt to this phenomenon. At the end of June 2016, the Government The document established five key principles that for new non-domestic published the Fifth Carbon Budget. The budget will underpin the national sustainable sets a target for emission cuts of 57% from 1990 development strategy: developments from a national levels by 2030.  Living within Environmental Limits; and local perspective. The House of Lords passed the Carbon Budget  Ensuring a Strong, Healthy and Just Society; Order 2016 on 19 July, making the budget and its target law. A bill passed in early July to abolish National Policy  Achieving a Sustainable Economy; the Department of Energy and Climate Change This section sets out a summary of current  Promoting Good Governance; and (DECC) and absorb its functions into the new national guidance and policy in relation to Department for Business, Energy and Industrial sustainable development.  Using sound science responsibly. Strategy, will not affect the implementation of UK Sustainable Development Strategy The strategy will be implemented at a national the Carbon Budget. level through the development of more specific In 2005, the Government published an updated strategies at a government department or sector UK Carbon Plan strategy for implementing sustainable level. In 2011, the Government published an updated development across the UK. With regards to planning and the built Carbon Plan setting out how the UK will achieve This strategy acts as an overarching document environment, this document sets the basis for decarbonisation and make the transition to a low from which a range of specific policies and the development of plans and Policies that carbon economy. It sets this objective within a legislation was derived. Although published in framework of mitigating and adapting to climate

change and maintaining energy security in a way deliver a 9% reduction in carbon emissions by ensuring that sufficient land of the right type that minimises costs and maximises benefits to compared to equivalent 2010 Part L standards. is available in the right places and at the right the economy. This change aimed to strike a balance between time to support growth, innovation and the commitments to reducing carbon emissions improved productivity; and by identifying and With regards to development, the Carbon Plan and improving energy efficiency and ensuring coordinating the provision of infrastructure. presents the Government’s approach to that the overall effect of regulation upon promoting the delivery of low carbon, resilient A social objective supporting strong, vibrant and consumers and businesses does not stifle growth. and adaptive buildings and enabling sustainable healthy communities, by providing the supply of transportation as positive contributions to aid The Government has stated that developers and housing required to meet the needs of present national carbon reduction targets. house builders should have full flexibility in how and future generations; and by creating a high they meet carbon reduction targets and that in quality built environment, with accessible local In late 2015, the Green Construction Board accordance with the energy hierarchy the services that reflect the community’s needs and published, Low Carbon Routemap for the Built emphasis should be on a Fabric First approach support its health, social and cultural well-being; Environment. This updated the Low Carbon towards the design and construction of new and Routemap for the Built Environment prepared in homes. 2013 aimed at delivering an 80% cut in UK built An environmental objective contributing to environment carbon emissions by 2050 National Planning Policy Framework protecting and enhancing our natural, built and compared to 1990 levels. historic environment; and, as part of this, helping Updated in July 2018 the NPPF provides a frame to improve biodiversity, use natural resources It found that annual emissions in the UK had work for the development of locally-prepared prudently, minimise waste and pollution, and actually increased since 2009, primarily due to an plans and the government’s planning policies for mitigate and adapt to climate change including increase in gas consumption from heating. The England and how these are expected to be moving to a low carbon economy. report states “There has been a growing applied. divergence occurring over just a few years (2009 These objectives are key to the preparation of Paragraph 7 of the NPPF states that: ‘the purpose through 2013). Given the steepness of the local plans and the NPPF sets out a number of of the planning system is to contribute to the trajectory required to meet the ambition for built key themes for consideration which guide the achievement of sustainable development’. environment carbon reductions (and statutory preparation of local plans and policies, ensuring targets for the UK as a whole), a significant It states clearly that in order to deliver the delivery of sustainable development. transformation from the ongoing ‘status quo’ sustainable development, the planning system trajectory is needed.” must perform three distinct objectives, aligned to Planning Policy Guidance the three pillars of sustainability, which must not The revised Planning Practice Guidance (PPG) Building Regulations be taken in isolation and should be pursued provides further advice on various planning Whilst not planning policy, in April 2014 the Part jointly: issues associated with development, including L regulations changed and it is now a those linked to sustainability and renewable An economic objective to contributing to building requirement for non-domestic development to a strong, responsive and competitive economy,

energy and underpins the policies within the documents. The Council is in the process of Spatial Strategy NPPF. preparing the Spelthorne Local Plan, however The following table is extracted from the Core this is not planned for adoption until 2020. The PPG is an important material consideration Strategy demonstrating how Shepperton Studios in planning decisions and should generally be Spelthorne Core Strategy and Policies is identified as an area for the development of followed unless there are clear reasons not to. It Development Plan Document (Adopted employment space. sets out how local authorities should include 2009) Table 1: Shepperton Development Requirements polices that protect the local environment and The Core Strategy sets out the Council’s spatial strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate strategy and planning policies to guide Employment change and supports developments that are development in Spelthorne. functional and adaptable for the future. Designation for Objectives employment includes The Guidance reiterates that local authorities Shepperton should set sustainability policies for new housing The objectives contained within the Core strategy 11.1ha at Shepperton that are in line with the Government’s Housing demonstrate how the vision will be achieved, and Studios include: Standards Review.  To protect and improve the quality of the Updates to the PPG in April 2016 confirmed Local Below is a summary of key sustainability policies environment, including improving the Authorities have the option to set technical which guide new development. requirements exceeding the minimum landscape, promoting biodiversity and requirements of the Building Regulations in safeguarding the Borough’s cultural heritage. Policy LO1: Flooding – The Policy states that the Council will seek to reduce flood risk and its respect of access, water and space where  To ensure the Borough develops in a way that adverse effects on people and property in sufficient evidence is produced to justify the minimised harmful Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Spelthorne by: target. emissions contributing to climate change and The Guidance also states that the distribution that caters for potential future climate  Supporting flood risk management measures; and design of new development, and the change.  Reducing the risk of flooding through potential for servicing sites through sustainable  To ensure new development is designed to a sustainable drainage schemes; transport solutions, are particularly important high standard appropriate to its setting. considerations.  Requiring development in Zones 2, 3a and 3b  To support the retention of sufficient well to be designed to be flood resilient and The Local Development Plan located employment land to enable the resistant. The Local Development Plan for Spelthorne maintenance of the local economy and to Policy EM1: Employment Development – The Borough Council currently comprises of the support redevelopment of well-located land Policy states that the Council will maintain Spelthorne Core Strategy and Policies to meet business needs. employment development by supporting inn Development Plan (2009) and supporting

principle proposals in Shepperton Studios for  Incorporate provision for the storage of waste o Include measures to provide at least 10% employment development. and recyclable materials and make provision of the development’s energy demand for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). from on-site renewable energy sources. Policy SP6: Maintaining and Improving the Environment – The Policy states that the Council Policy EN8: Protecting and Improving the  Encourage high standards of sustainable will seek to maintain and improve the quality of Landscape and Biodiversity – The Policy states construction including the use of recycled the environment of the Borough. The Council that the Council will seek to improve the construction material; and will: landscape and biodiversity of the Borough by:  Encourage developments to attain high  Ensure the design and layout of new  Ensuring that development, where possible, energy efficiency and minimum impact on the development incorporates principles of contributes to an improvement in the environment to at least Code for Sustainable sustainable development; landscape and biodiversity and avoids harm Homes – 3 star or BREEAM ‘Very Good’ to features of significance in the landscape standard.  Contribute to improving the air quality in the or of nature conservation interest. Borough; Policy CC3: Parking Provision – The Policy states Policy SP7: Climate Change and Transport – The that the Council will consider the scope for  Protect and enhance areas of existing Policy states that the Council will seek to encouraging alternative means of travel to the environmental character including sites of minimise the impact of climate change, by: development that would reduce the need for on- nature conservation value and open space of site parking. The Council will require the amenity and recreation value;  Promoting the inclusion of provision for provision of sufficient, safe, weatherproof, renewable energy, energy conservation and  Promote the improvement of poor quality convenient and secure cycle parking within waste management facilities; and environments both within the urban area and developments to assist in promoting cycle use. in the green Belt.  Ensuring development is located in a way that reduces the need to travel and encourages Emerging Local Plan – Issues and Options Policy EN1: Design of New Development – The alternatives to car use. The Local Development Scheme indicates that Policy states that the Council will require a high the Spelthorne Local Plan will set out vision, standard in the design and layout of new Policy CC1: Renewable Energy, Energy objectives, spatial development strategy, development. Development should demonstrate Conservation and Sustainable Construction – development management policies and they will: The Policy states that the Council will support the allocations for the Borough. provision of renewable energy, energy efficiency  Incorporate measures to minimise energy and promote sustainable development by: The Emerging Local Plan is currently at the Issues consumption, conserve water resources and and Options consultation stage and is proposed provide for renewable energy generation in  Requiring development of buildings or to be adopted in September 2020. accordance with Policy CC1; and extensions exceeding 100m2 to: Whilst no specific policies have yet been drawn, o Optimise design, layout and orientation the following key challenges have been of development to minimise energy use.

identified, which the Emerging Local Plan will Summary of Sustainability Policy address: Both local and national policy aims to ensure the  Maintaining and intensifying employment delivery of sustainable development which is well land, anticipating growth in the Borough. designed and includes measures to mitigate and adapt to the potential impacts of climate change.  Protecting valuable open spaces, recreation and leisure facilities and biodiversity sites. The Spelthorne Core Strategy identifies the importance of mitigating against and adapting to  Managing further risk of flooding and prevent climate change. The Core Strategy includes a or mitigate harm from environmental impacts range of positive sustainability requirements for such as poor air quality and noise pollution. new development.  Ensuring the Borough has the right amount of This includes requirements for development to social, cultural and community facilities, reduce the risk of flooding, maintain and including opportunities to support the arts. enhance the environment and biodiversity, Pre-application Consultation facilitate the use of sustainable transport, and As part of the pre-application discussions with ensure the use of sustainable construction the council is was confirmed that the BREEAM methods and low carbon renewable energy. policy requirement would not be required as part The following section of this Sustainability of the proposed development. Appraisal sets out the design measures included at this stage and to be considered at the detailed design stage to ensure the delivery of a sustainable development providing economic, social and environmental benefits.

3. Pinewood Studios Group – Approach to Sustainability

The Pinewood Studios Group The following paragraphs summarise PSG’s key Energy and Carbon Strategy sustainability strategies and how these will be To help realise PSG’s reduction in carbon dioxide implemented at Shepperton. has a proactive approach to emissions it has established a Carbon sustainability and has Sustainable Waste Management Management Group (CMG) where measures to cut carbon emissions are discussed and PSG has a zero waste to landfill policy with all developed a comprehensive implemented. Projects include: waste either recycled or turned into energy. sustainability strategy to  the replacement and updating of gas boilers Both the Pinewood and existing Shepperton across the estate to improve efficiency; reduce resource use, Studios sites include designated recycling centres where waste is collected and compacted onsite.  installation of LED lighting; minimise waste and This reduces the needs for daily waste  installation of Solar PV systems; encourage sustainable travel. collections.  installation of an on-site wind turbine (at As part of the expansion of the Shepperton Site Pinewood Studios Wales) which generates the recycling centre will be enlarged to This section sets out the PSG sustainability approximately 950,00kWh of year and 75% of accommodate additional storage capacity to strategy, demonstrating how PSG tackles energy the sites annual electricity use. use, waste, environmental protection and facilitate on-site operational recycling. As part of the Shepperton Studios expansion, sustainable travel, and how these are Prior to construction, a Site Waste Management consideration will be given to the use of low implemented at the Site. Plan (SWMP) will be prepared and implemented carbon renewable energy to deliver 10% of the to reduce construction waste. Through these measures PSG aims to minimise Site’s regulated energy use in accordance with its environmental impact and has set itself a During the operation of the Site, training will be Policy CC1 of the Core Strategy. number of sustainability targets which include: provided to new staff members to facilitate Sustainable Travel  reducing CO2e by 50% of the 2010/11 operational recycling. benchmark by 2025, and PSG has implemented a range of proactive sustainable travel measures to encourage the use  continuing to achieve zero waste to landfill. of sustainable travel.

Shuttle Buses – PSG operates a free shuttle bus Environmental Sustainability Children, as well as local charities, clubs and service at Pinewood and Shepperton Studios PSG recognises the importance of environmental organisations. which travels from the studio sites to the local protection and sustainable development. Training – PSG continues to foster the next underground and mainline train stations. The generation in the British screen-based industries Shepperton buses travel to Shepperton and As Pinewood and Shepperton Studios are located by supporting the following: Staines railway stations. next to environmentally sensitive areas PSG carries out monthly inspections to ensure these  The National Film and Television School The buses include a tracking system which allows areas are protected and maintained. through a BA Masters degree; users to follow the location of the buses and time their travel accordingly. At Shepperton, .the Site’s surface water  The Rye Studio School with visits to the discharges into the River Ash therefore a system studios; At Pinewood Studios, access to the bus service of drains, filters and cleaning systems are used to  Sponsorship to the Iris Prize Festival; has been extended to qualifying local residents ensure surface water is clean prior to entering and this will be considered as part of the the river.  The BFI Academy Scheme introduces young sustainable travel strategy at Shepperton. As part of the expansion additional surface water people to film and television production. Electric Vehicles – At Shepperton and Pinewood drainage systems will be provided including Local Schools – PSG is committed to offering hybrid pool cars are available for business travel permeable paving, underground storage, swales careers advice and support to all local schools and since 2013 they have saved 14.5 tonnes of and attenuation basins to control surface water and colleges, with careers events held annually at carbon dioxide. discharge from the Site. both sites to inform young people of the A number of electric vehicle charge points have As part of the operational management of the opportunities available to them. been installed at Pinewood and Shepperton studios an Ecological Management Plan is Summary Studios which are well used. In this context available which sets out a strategy to reduce the further charge points will be installed as part of impact of filming on the local ecology. The PSG has a proactive approach to the Shepperton Studios expansion. sustainability and in accordance with its key Corporate Social Responsibility sustainability targets has in place a range of Cycling – PSG’s Sites provide bicycle racks, measures to reduce operational waste, reduce shelters and showers to encourage cycling to PSG is committed to its staff, to the communities energy use and carbon dioxide emissions, work. in which it operates and to the advancement of encourage sustainable travel and protect the skills and training in the industry. As part of the proposed development additional environment. EV charge points will be provided as well as new Charitable Support – PSG nationally supports As part of the redevelopment of Shepperton cycling storage and changing facilities in the new charities linked to the film and television Studios these measures will be further buildings. industries, including the Cinema and Television Benevolent Fund, MediCinema and Save the incorporated into the development with additional measures including:

 Inclusion of a target for waste management during construction.  Inclusion of low carbon renewable energy systems to provide a target of 10% of the new development’s regulated energy as a minimum.  A commitment to target further energy and carbon emission reductions during detailed design.  Provision of new EV charging points, secure cycle storage and changing facilities.  Protection and enhancement of the sites ecological habitats to improve site biodiversity.  A commitment to engaging with and supporting the local community.

4. Shepperton Studios: A Sustainable Location for Development

This section of the Appraisal The emerging Local Plan currently being sectors, this includes making provision for prepared includes a range of supporting creative or high technology industries. documents including an Employment Land Needs demonstrates why the The Spelthorne Means Business: Economic Assessment and Functional Economic Area Strategy 2017 – 2022, published in 2017 proposed development and Analysis prepared to support the recent Issues highlights that Shepperton Studios is a major and Options Consultation. expansion of Shepperton employer in the area and that the creative Studios is in a sustainable The Spelthorne Employment Land Needs industries and technology sector is critical to the Assessment prepared in 2018 states that local economy and nationally. SBC’s strategy location. Shepperton Studios is a major employer and is a emphasises the importance of Shepperton potential strategic employment site Studios and that there is scope for support to be This section sets out how the proposed recommended for retention as part of the new widened in the interest of economic development is in a sustainable location and how Local Plan. development. it supports the adopted and emerging local plan, The Spelthorne Functional Economic Area It is clear therefore that Shepperton Studios is a facilitating local economic growth and the future Analysis prepared in March 2017 states that major source of employment and investment for sustainability of Shepperton Studios. Shepperton Studios represents a ‘high tech’ Spelthorne with expansion and further The Local Development Plan and supporting industry presence in the Borough. investment a key sustainability priority for the Borough. evidence base documents The Area Analysis document refers to Paragraph A review of SBC’s adopted and emerging 21 of the NPPF (2012) which states that Local Sustainable Connections Authorities should ‘plan positively for the Sustainability Appraisal (SA) documents has been Shepperton Studios is located in the village of location, promotion and expansion of clusters or undertaken to identify evidence to support the Littleton in Surrey, approximately 6km to the networks of knowledge driven, creative or high expansion of Shepperton Studios south of Heathrow and 26km to the south west tech industries.’ Updated in 2018 the NPPF of central London. As noted in Section 2 of the adopted Core Paragraph 82 says that council decisions should Strategy, Shepperton Studios is identified as a recognise locational requirements of different This section sets out how the Studios are key employment development area. connected to the local and wider area through a

range of sustainable transport links,  Bus service 458, available from Squires Bridge facilitating the travel of employees, contractors, demonstrating that it is in a sustainable location Road/Magdalane Road providing 1 service a visitors and the delivery of equipment and for employees to commute to and from the day between – Ashford, Shepperton and materials used in filming and supporting the local Studies by means other than private car. Sunbury. businesses on site. The Site benefits from a wide range of transport Rail – The closest stations to the Site include Local Services and Amenities connections which are summarised below. Shepperton railway station located In addition to the sustainable connections approximately 2.5km to the south east of the site Walking – The Site is located adjacent to the available to the Site there are a wide range of and Staines railway station located village of Littleton; footpaths lead through the local services and amenities which facilitate local approximately 6km to the north west. village onto Squire’s Bridge Road which provides employment. a route through to Shepperton located 2.2km to Both stations are accessible via the Studio shuttle To demonstrate how the area benefits from local the south east of the Site. bus service, or via public bus services 400 and services a review has been undertaken, including 695 and include secure cycle storage, with 36 Cycling – The Site includes a number of secure nearby: spaces at Shepperton railway station and 142 at cycle spaces adjacent to the main site entrance Staines.  Public transport; with shower and changing facilities for cyclists. Laleham Road provides a route for cyclists from Shepperton railway station is at the end of a line  Leisure and sports facilities; Shepperton to the Site. providing services to London Waterloo, while  Health and social care services; Staines railway station provides services both to Bus – In addition to the Studio shuttle bus which London and various stations to Reading to the  Food stores; provides connections to the Shepperton and west. Staines railway stations there are a number of  Communication services such as post offices; public bus routes available: Road Network – The local road network provides  Banks and ATM cash machines; access to the local area and to the national road  Bus service 400, available from a stop on  Schools; network, with Junction 1 of the M3 Studios Road 40m from the site entrance approximately 4km to the east and Junction 12 of  Nurseries, and providing 3 services a day between; Stanwell the M25 approximately 5km to the west of the Moor, Staines, Ashford, Shepperton, and  Pubs and restaurants. Site. Walton. In reviewing available local services and distances In this context it is considered that the Site is well  Bus service 574, available from Squires Bridge from the Site the Institute of Highways and connected to the local transport network with Road 400m from the site entrance providing 2 Transport (IHT) Guide ‘Providing for Journeys on access provided by a range of public and services per hour between; Royal Estate, Foot’ (2000) includes suggested acceptable sustainable modes of travel. Laleham, Shepperton, Charlton Village, and walking distances in Table 2. Sunbury. The connectivity of the Site means that the Studio is in a sustainable location with access

Table 2: Institute of Highways &Transport Walking  up to 5km (3 miles) cycling Through the redevelopment and expansion of Distances distance/accessible via local public transport the Site these existing services will be enhanced network. by: Town Commuting Elsewhere All distances have been measured from the  a review of the shuttle bus service, with the Centres School / (m) centre of the Site unless otherwise noted. A potential for increased services or additional (m) recreational walking speed of 1.4m/second has been used to buses to improve the service; facilities (m) calculate the approximate times based on  installation of additional EV charging points; guidance from the IHT on average walking Acceptable 400 1,000 800 and speeds.  provision of additional secure cycle storage Preferred 800 2,000 1,200 An assessment of the Site based on these and shower and changing facilities. Maximum requirements has been undertaken using Further details on how sustainable transport will desktop data and is summarised in Appendix 1, showing the distance to key local facilities and be encouraged are set out in Section 4.2 The principles of PPG 13 on Transport, though Figure 2 shows a visual representation of the Summary now superseded by the current PPG can still be local services and amenities. applied and align with the above, they state: In reviewing the emerging Local Development Further services and amenities are available in Plan, transport connections, available services  Walking is the most important mode of travel the surrounding local area in Laleham and and sustainable transport enhancements at the local level and offers the greatest Staines-upon-Thames to the north west, Walton- proposed, it is considered the proposed potential to replace short car trips, on-Thames to the south east and Ashford to the development is in a sustainable location with particularly under 2km. east, all accessible via public transport links. good access to the local transport network and  Cycling also has potential to substitute for The assessment demonstrates that there are a sustainable transport opportunities; is accessible short car trips, particularly those under 5km. range of accessible local services and amenities to a wide range of local services supporting local employees; and will through a range of In this context a review of the existing facilities which provide opportunities for local employees sustainable travel enhancements minimise the and services has been undertaken by using the to minimise car travel. reliance on private car, reducing emissions and following distances in accordance with the above Encouraging Sustainable Travel impacts on air quality. policy guidance: As noted in Section 3 PSG has a proactive

 within easy walking distance (800m); approach to promoting sustainable travel with  up to 2km (1.2 miles) optimum walking the operation of shuttle bus services, provision of distance; and hybrid vehicles and EV charging points, as well as secure cycle storage at the Site.

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5. Sustainability at Shepperton Studios

This chapter summarises the Achieving Sustainable Development 4.1 Building a Strong and Competitive This section of the report outlines the Economy sustainable design measures Sustainable Design and Energy Strategy for The proposed development will contribute to Shepperton Studios, demonstrating how the incorporated into the positive economic growth for the district through development responds to both national and local construction and occupation, providing new masterplan and measures to planning policy, including the NPPF. employment development opportunities, and be considered during the In this context the sustainable design measures supporting the local Spelthorne economy. incorporated into the development masterplan detailed design to deliver The film and high-end TV (HETV) sectors of the at the outline application stage and measures to UK creative industries are making an increasingly be considered during the detailed design are set sustainable new development important contribution to the Economy. out under headings which reflect the themes of which provides a range of the NPPF. Total spend on film production in the UK in 2017/18 was £1,858m more than double that economic, social and This includes details on how the Proposed spent in 2011/12. The growth of the UK’s film Development will mitigate and adapt to the environmental benefits in line sector reflects wider global market trends. impacts of climate change to ensure the long with local and national policy. term sustainability of the development. Currently the Shepperton Studios site supports a total of 3,013 direct and indirect FTE jobs across the UK with 1,522 jobs in the Spelthorne local area and the expansion of the Site is anticipated to lead to a significant contribution to the local economy. Construction - The economic benefits of construction are well known with considerable

direct and indirect positive impacts resulting In addition the development will provide the SBC employees and visitors to travel on foot or by from new construction. with an increase in business rates which bicycle; contribute towards supporting local services and A study by the Confederation of British Industries  promotion of local sustainable transport infrastructure projects. (CBI) demonstrated that construction projects services and events, including local lift share have a significant benefit on the local and wider 4.2 Promoting Sustainable Transport services; and economy. The report concluded that for every £1 A detailed Transport Assessment has been  creation of a bicycle users’ group to of construction expenditure £2.84 is injected into prepared to support the application which encourage cycling. the economy. assesses the impact of the development on the More detailed information on transport issues is The construction of the proposed development is local infrastructure network and sets out contained in the Transport Assessment and estimated around £500m and is anticipated to be measures to be incorporated into the Travel Plan that accompany the outline planning completed between 2019 and 2030. The high development to encourage the use of sustainable application. cost of the Proposed Development is due to the transport. specialist nature of the facilities and Primary access to the expanded Site will be via a 4.3 Requiring Good Design and High infrastructure. new roundabout junction on the Shepperton Quality Development The construction is anticipated to lead to 1,469 Road providing access to the southern part of the The development seeks to promote character direct and indirect FTE jobs in the UK with 255 Site, and through a relocated entrance on Studios and quality in its design approach and responding jobs in the local area. It is estimated to deliver a Road. positively to the local area and the constraints significant contribution to the local and UK As detailed in the previous section the Site and opportunities of the Site. economy with a total of £392m GVA, with benefits from good connections into the local £74.4m directed into the local Spelthorne The parameters for the development have been area with access to a range of local sustainable economy. developed in response to the specific constraints transport options. and opportunities of the Site and its local Operation – Further positive economic impacts As part of the redevelopment the existing on-site context. The project aspirations include: resulting from the operation of the new sustainable transport measures will be extended, extended Shepperton Studios include:  To expand and modernise production in addition the Travel Plan which accompanies capacity, enable growth and provide a step  An increase in employment opportunities with the outline application sets out a number of change in the quantum and quality of an anticipated 5,312 FTE jobs in the UK, with other sustainable travel measures which will help facilities. 2,823 jobs through the local area. further reduce the reliance on car travel, reduce  To provide a scale of configuration of emissions and improve local air quality. These  A significant contribution to the UK and local development which responds to the context measures include: economy with £322.7m GVA increase into the of the Site and its surroundings and mitigate UK economy with £193.6m of that  creation of a network of pedestrian and cycle the impacts of the development on the contributed to the local economy. paths through the Site to encourage environment.

In this context the parameters have been 4.4 Promoting Healthy Communities committed to tackling climate change and has an designed in accordance with the following ambitious long-term goal to reduce carbon Creating a high quality development that Sustainability and Sensitivity objectives: emissions by 80% by 2050. promotes health and wellbeing is a key aim of  Ensure there is no net loss of ecological value the scheme, which supports measures to The UKCP09 Climate Change projections or biodiversity. enhance human health and safety through the prepared in 2009 set out the projected UK provision of healthier transport options and Climate Change impacts.  Create a development which can be improved green infrastructure. sensitively screened to reduce visibility and Qualitatively the impacts of climate change in the enhance the accessibility and quality of the The design has been developed incorporating a UK are likely to lead to: landscape around the Site. number of features including:  an increase in summer mean and daily  Improve the recreational provision in the  Safe and secure accessibility supported by the maximum temperatures; accessible parts of the Site. development encouraging walking and  an increase in summer temperatures; cycling.  Enhance the accessibility of the Site  a decrease in summer rainfall; and responding to the anticipated transport  Joined up streets and spaces connecting to requirements and impact on the surrounding the surrounding area providing connections to  an increase in winter rainfall. network. the local settlements. In the South East of England the UKCP09 2  Protect local amenity.  Creation of a network of paths through green projections predict the following effects : spaces to provide recreational opportunities. In response to these objectives the parameters  An increase in summer mean temperature of include a number of measures to create a unique In addition the design of buildings will consider 3.1 leading to reduced summer rainfall and design, including: measures to improve internal environments to increasing the potential for summer drought promote health and wellbeing including: periods and water stress.  Creation of a network of footpaths around the River Ash corridor, extending the existing  Prioritisation of natural ventilation,  An increase in summer maximum daily provision for neighbouring residents. contributing to good internal air quality; and temperature of 4.3 degrees potentially leading to increased risk of heat stress and  Provision of new woodland planting along the  Utilisation of materials and services that have overheating in buildings. western site boundary connecting to the low emission rates and pollutants. existing woodland in the north west of the  An increase in winter mean temperature of Site. 4.5 Meeting the Challenge of Climate 2.5 degrees will lead to a reduction in snow Change days improving winter operational conditions More detailed information is contained within and reducing heating demand. the Design and Access Statement that One of the main challenges facing the UK and accompanies the outline planning application. new development is the need to mitigate and 2 http://ukclimateprojections.metoffice.gov.uk/23907?emission= adapt to a changing climate. The Government is high

 A reduction in summer rainfall of 19% will carbon dioxide emissions is key in mitigating the The estimate has been based on data available potentially lead to periods of drought and impacts of climate change. from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors water stress limiting operational water (RICS)3. The following Energy and Carbon Strategy sets availability. out how the proposed development will reduce Table 3: Embodied Carbon Estimate  An increase in winter rainfall of 19% will energy use and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions potentially lead to increased fluvial and through both construction and operation. When Embodied Floor Area Carbon surface water flood risk. reporting GHG emissions figures are commonly 2 (m ) (tonnes CO2e) referred to in the form of Carbon Dioxide Given the potential effects of climate change, Existing Equivalent (CO2e) emissions. 83,560 54,286 including increased flood risk potential, increased Development heat stress and a reduction of water availability Construction Stage GHG Emissions Retained ensuring the design of the development and new During construction the key GHG emissions are 31,701 18,656 Buildings buildings mitigate and adapts to the effects of anticipated to be related to the embodied energy climate change is key. and emissions from the materials used in New 164,714 87,454 In this context the following sections outline the construction. Development key climate change mitigation and adaptation At the outline application stage an estimate of Embodied Carbon of the measures considered appropriate for this the developments product stage embodied Development 106,610 development based on the latest national carbon has been carried out. Reduction in Embodied Carbon 10,661 guidance under the following headings: To minimise the impact of the Proposed Percentage Reduction in  Energy and Carbon Strategy. Development Shepperton Studios are committed Embodied Carbon 10%  Water Efficiency. to reducing the GHG emissions associated with the embodied carbon. As part of the detailed design of the  Flood Risk and Drainage. development, an embodied carbon assessment During the design of the development The Institute Environmental Management will be undertaken to target a 10% reduction in consideration will be given to the embodied Association (IEMA) sets out guidance for the emissions. energy and GHG emissions of materials. consideration of climate change adaption and mitigation which has been used in the For example where possible the development Operational Energy Use preparation of the following sections. will specify materials with a lower carbon The reduction of regulated energy demand and content, i.e. recycled aggregates for the use in carbon dioxide emissions related to the 4.5.1 Energy and Carbon Strategy foundations and road construction. operational use of buildings is set through the Developing energy efficient, low carbon buildings Table 3 below sets out the estimated embodied is a key objective of national policy and reducing 3 carbon emissions of the Proposed Development. http://www.rics.org/Global/Methodology_to_calculate_embodi ed_carbon_1st_edition_PGguidance_2014.pdf

Building Regulations. The Building Regulations The following sections set out an illustrative will aim to reduced regulated energy use beyond encourage the reduction of energy use through strategy and the measures to be considered the requirements of the Building Regulations. efficient building design. during detailed design to deliver an energy Fabric Energy Efficiency Measures – The efficient, low carbon development. This approach is highlighted by the Council’s proposed mix of development involved in the Development Plan Policies NE1 and CC1 which Be Lean – Reducing Energy Use redevelopment of the Site will require different encourage the reduction of energy use and Central to the delivery of low carbon and energy approaches for the different building types consideration of low carbon renewable energy. efficient buildings is the ‘Fabric First’ principle included. Generally the following approach will be applied to all new buildings, including: In this context the proposed development will be which recognises the most effective way of designed in accordance with the energy minimising carbon emissions is to reduce the  the specification of building materials with hierarchy, which aims to reduce energy demand demand for heat and power through well- low u-values to minimise heat loss; through passive design measures and a fabric insulated, energy efficient building fabric and  the use of high performance glazing with first approach before utilising low carbon energy services. appropriate u-values and g-values to both and the production of on-site renewable energy. Reducing the primary energy demand of a reduce heat loss and optimise passive solar At the outline application stage full details of the building through the use of efficient fabric and gain; and proposed development buildings is not available services is widely regarded as best practice and is  the use of Accredited Construction Details to and therefore the following strategy will need to therefore the first and most important step to minimise thermal bridging. be confirmed prior to construction. reducing carbon emissions. During this stage consideration will be given to This ‘fabric first’ approach has a number of the potential for building overheating taking into distinct benefits including: account the UK climate change projections which •Reducing energy use through a fabric  carbon savings delivered are ‘locked-in’ for and passive design measurse show a significant increase in anticipated Be Lean the lifetime of the building (60 years or more) summer mean and daily maximum temperatures. rather than the much shorter lifespan (around This will be key to ensuring that buildings and •Providing energy efficient building 25 years) of a renewable energy technology; occupants do not suffer from heat stress services Be Clean and impacting on their health and well-being. •Producing on-ste low carbon  virtually no maintenance and/or replacement Energy Efficiency Measures – Additional Be renewable energy costs to maintain carbon reductions through measures to reduce the regulated energy use of Green improved fabric. the proposed buildings will consider the following: Through the following fabric and energy Figure 2: The Energy Hierarchy efficiency measures the proposed development

 design and layout to promote passive solar District Heating Networks (DHN) comprise a installation of CHP and district heating, making it gains, maximise natural daylight, sunlight and centralised heat generator, typically a gas fired unsuitable for this development. natural ventilation; Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engine. CHP Be Green – Low Carbon Renewable Energy systems generate electricity and waste heat  energy efficient lighting including PIR lighting which can be fed into a network of insulated The final stage of the energy hierarchy is the sensors to reduce energy use; pipes which deliver low carbon heat to buildings generation of on-site low carbon renewable  Installation of a sophisticated building energy to provide heating and hot water via individual energy. The Council’s existing Local Development monitoring system (BEMS) together with a heat transfer units. Plan Policy CC1 requires development to deliver number of energy sub-meters. This system 10% of its energy through low carbon renewable DHNs are suited to development with high will constantly monitor the existing building, energy. thermal demand, typically provided by sufficient measure energy use in a number of locations density or a large anchor load, e.g. high density At this stage it is anticipated that the proposed and report any excess energy use. flats, leisure centres and industrial processes. development will meet, and where possible With regards to unregulated energy, Shepperton exceed the requirements of the Building Shepperton is located to the south of the Queen Studios will aim to specify energy efficient Regulations, through a fabric first approach to Mary Reservoir and while connected to the equipment to further reduce energy use. design and construction. surrounding urban settlements of Shepperton, Sustainable Materials – The development will Sunbury-on-Thames and Staines-upon-Thames Further reductions in on-site energy demand and aim to use a range of sustainable materials and the site itself is surrounded by green fields and carbon dioxide savings will aim to be achieved design features and will consider: there are no nearby sites which could provide an through the use of low carbon renewable energy to deliver 10% of the sites regulated energy use.  use of sustainable timber from FCS (or existing anchor load. equivalent) sources; and It is anticipated that the development at Below is a review of potential low carbon renewable energy options which has been  specification of materials using the BRE Green Shepperton will comprise a range of sound carried out to demonstrate potential Guide. stages, workshops, offices and ancillary buildings. Given that the heating of the sound stages and technologies and appropriate design The final design and specification of the new workshops will not be constant or predictable, it considerations. buildings will be determined during the detailed is not considered that the proposed development Based on the review of available technologies design of the development. contains sufficient heat demand to warrant the above Table 4 sets out the proposed Be Clean – Efficient Energy development of a new on-site heat network. development use types and how suitable the The next stage of the Energy Hierarchy is the In this context given the lack of local heat loads different systems are given the anticipated provision of energy efficiently, i.e. from a and development of high efficiency buildings building uses. decentralised energy system such as a Heat there is limited on-site heat demand and Solar PV – Solar Photovoltaic panels convert the Network. therefore the feasibility and viability of the suns energy to electricity. These systems are

most efficient when installed on south facing systems can reduce primary energy demand provide cooling. pitched or flat roof spaces with limited or no reducing carbon dioxide emissions. This type of systems requires external space and obstructions. Heat Pump Systems – Heat pumps provide low can generate significant noise and therefore Systems comprise of an array of solar panels and grade heat from the ground (Ground Source Heat need to be suitably located to minimise an inverter. Additional systems such as battery Pumps, GSHP) or air (Air Source Heat Pumps, operational impacts. storage can be included to improve the efficiency ASHP). ASHPs are best suited to high efficiency buildings and benefit of systems. Air source heat pumps generate heat for use in with low heating demand and the This type of system is typically suitable for all heating and hot water systems. Systems can decarbonisation of the electricity grid will, over building types and can even be installed as achieve high seasonal efficiency and work by time, reduce the carbon dioxide emissions of this ground based standalone systems. extracting latent heat from the air via a heat system. pump, they can also be used in reverse to Energy generated can be used on-site offsetting external energy demand and reducing carbon Table 4: Low carbon renewable energy assessment dioxide emissions. Accommodation Regulated Energy Potential low carbon renewable technologies Excess electricity generated can be fed back to the national grid or stored onsite using a battery Stages Energy demand likely to be Given the lack of heating demand suitable technologies are for use in peak demand periods. predominantly lighting with limited; Solar PV is considered the only potential technology limited heating. suitable for this building type. Solar Thermal Hot Water – Solar Thermal panels convert the suns energy to deliver hot water. Workshops Energy likely required for Given the proposed building use it is considered heating and Similar to Solar PV these systems are most heating and cooling, as well hot water systems may not be suitable, Solar PV is anticipated efficient when installed on south facing pitched as electricity for lighting. to be the most effective system for this type of building. or flat roof spaces with limited or no Office Energy likely required for Given the anticipated energy requirements and thermal obstructions. Accommodation heating and cooling, hot efficiency of new buildings suitable technologies include Solar Systems comprise of a panel or tubes which water, as well as electricity PV, Solar thermal and ASHP. convert the suns energy and are connected to a for lighting. hot water tank to pre-heat water in hot water Other (including Energy likely required for Given the anticipated energy requirements and thermal systems. entrance heating and cooling, as well efficiency of new buildings suitable technologies include Solar This type of system is typically suitable on structures/ cabins, as electricity for lighting. PV and ASHP. buildings where there is a high hot water recycling facilities demand. Pre-heating hot water in hot water and pass office)

Ground source heat pumps generate heat for use similarly be used within the proposed office The carbon dioxide saving above is based on the in heating and hot water systems. Systems can spaces the development site is relatively renewable energy requirement being met achieve high seasonal efficiency and work by constrained limiting space for the installation of through the use of Solar PV, with approximately extracting latent heat from the ground via a heat this system, in addition this system has a 635kWp of Solar PV required to meet the pump and a system of horizontal ground coils or relatively high cost and in this context it is not estimated regulated energy demand of the boreholes, systems can also be used in reverse to considered feasible for use at Shepperton. proposed development. provide cooling. Low Carbon Renewable Energy Summary – Table This type of systems requires space for the 5 sets out the estimated regulated energy installation of ground coils or digging of demand of the proposed new buildings and boreholes. demonstrates how meeting the Council’s 10% renewable energy requirement will reduce Similarly to ASHPs this type of system is suited to energy use and carbon dioxide emissions. high efficiency buildings with low heating demand and the decarbonisation of the Table 5: Low Carbon Renewable Energy Summary electricity grid will, over time, reduce the carbon dioxide emissions of this type of system. Carbon Energy Dioxide Biomass Systems – Biomass systems can be used Demand Emissions to generate heat for heating and hot water and (kWh/yr) (Tonnes CO2e) systems comprise of a biomass boiler which Heating and Hot 2,170,112 471 burns either wood chips or pellets. This type of Water system is suited to buildings with high heat Cooling and 99,701 52 demand. Auxiliary

The use of wood fuel is deemed to be low carbon Lighting 3,126,748 1,623 and this type of system can save carbon dioxide emissions. Total 5,396,561 2,145 10% Reduction in Energy Other low carbon renewable energy systems 58,443 (kWh/yr) such as wind power and hydroelectric systems have been discounted due to a lack of sufficient Estimated Reduction on Carbon onsite resource. Dioxide Emissions (tonnes 278 CO2e/yr) At this stage given the anticipated energy requirements of the proposed building types, while GSHP are technically feasible and could

Energy Strategy Summary significantly reduce the annual carbon dioxide emissions of the development over time. In summary an aim of the proposed development will be to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, Table 6: Total Energy Demand and Emissions over 30 years mitigating the impacts on climate change during construction and operation through: Year 1 Year 15 Year 30  the assessment of embodied carbon for key Cumulative development materials with a target to Energy 16,405 246,068 492,136 reduce embodied carbon dioxide emissions by Demand 10%; (MWh)  designing the buildings in accordance with the Annual energy hierarchy to reduce operational Carbon Dioxide regulated energy use and carbon dioxide 3,499 1,679 1,030 Emissions emissions, and (tonnes  the use of a range of fabric, energy efficiency CO2e) and low carbon renewable energy measures. Cumulative In accordance with Policy CC1 the proposed Carbon Dioxide 3,499 37,831 59,535 development will deliver 10% of its regulated Emissions energy through low carbon renewable energy. At (tonnes this stage it is considered technologies including CO2e) Solar PV, Solar Thermal and ASHP are suitable for installation. The final energy use and carbon dioxide Should the 10% energy requirement be delivered emissions will be dependent on the final solely through Solar PV this would equate to the specification of the development. use of approximately 635kWP of Solar PV saving around 280 tonnes carbon dioxide. A full GHG assessment will be provided alongside future reserved matters applications to set out Table 6 sets out an estimate of the how emissions of the proposed development will development’s total energy use and carbon be mitigated. dioxide emissions, taking into account both the new and existing buildings, over a 30 year period demonstrating how grid decarbonisation will

Regulated Energy and Carbon Dioxide Emissions at Shepperton The graph below shows the estimated regulated energy carbon dioxide savings of the proposed redevelopment of Shepperton demonstrating how the development will reduce energy use and carbon dioxide emissions through the use of low carbon renewable energy

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4.5.2 Water Efficiency 4.5.3 Flood Risk and Sustainable Drainage created to attenuate discharge from the Site, taking into account the existing development Potable water is an increasingly important A Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) and Drainage area. natural resource and with the majority of the UK Strategy report has been prepared to accompany classed as being in an area of moderate or severe the outline application which sets out the At this stage the SuDS strategy includes: water stress, the conservation of water is potential for flooding on site and the proposed  Permeable paving and/or underground becoming a more significant sustainability metric. drainage strategy. storage under the proposed new northern car The future impacts of climate change are As noted at the start of this section climate park area and backlot areas. anticipated to lead to a reduction in summer change is anticipated to lead to an increase in  A series of ribbon ponds, basins and swales rainfall which could lead to increasing periods of winter rainfall and therefore consideration and along the western boundary of the Site. drought during summer months. mitigation of potential flood risk is key to ensure development can adapt to changing climate. The proposed surface water management system Reducing water consumption is therefore a key has been designed to attenuate flows up to and target for the proposed development. The FRA sets out the current flood risk of the Site including the 1 in 100 year plus 40% rainfall event noting that it is intersected by the River Ash and In this context the proposed new buildings will be to take into account the impacts of climate potential fluvial flood risks. designed to reduce water consumption through a change. range of water efficiency measures such as: Through updated modelling of the Site and due The final surface water drainage strategy and consideration of existing flood defences it is  Dual flush WCs; SuDS will be determined during the detailed concluded that the Site is located predominantly design stage.  Water meters; in Flood Zone 2. Through this modelling the Site Further information on the Site’s flood risk and  Low flow fittings; and can be shown to be free from flooding during the 1 in 100 year storm event including a 35% the proposed surface water management system  Where appropriate, water efficient allowance for climate change. can be viewed in the accompanying FRA and appliances. Drainage Strategy. The report sets out the proposed drainage Through the use of these measures the new strategy for the Site which aims to reduce the buildings will target a water reduction beyond post development surface water discharge rate. the requirements of the typical buildings. Currently surface water from the existing Site During the detailed design consideration will be discharges via the River Ash, however this given to the use of rainwater harvesting and grey includes no prior attenuation to manage water use to provide water for toilet flushing and discharge. irrigation to further minimise water use. As part of the Proposed Development a series of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) will be

4.6 Conserving and Enhancing the  Provision of protective fencing for retained ecological enhancement measures will be Natural Environment habitats with ecological importance, such as included in the development to improve the retained trees and woodland. biodiversity of the site, including: The Proposed Development will incorporate  Best practice measures to minimise dust and  Enhanced biodiversity through the measures to support and enhance the other contamination impacts, including as a diversification of habitat niches. environment through consideration of the result of runoff. existing site ecology, including measures to  High quality water environment through the mitigate the impact of the Site and enhance site  Implementation of appropriate tree removal of fallen trees, management of biodiversity, as well as incorporate measures to protection zones. vegetation and cleansing of surface water run- reduce pollution from the Site. off.  Management of the wider River Ash 4.7.1 Ecology woodland to maximise its biodiversity value.  Ecological connectivity through the provision of new linear habitat corridors and An Ecological Assessment was undertaken by LUC  Creation of additional habitat of importance enhancement to existing corridors. in July 2018, comprising a desk study, an elsewhere within the site e.g. scrub, Extended Phase 1 Habitat Survey and specific woodland, wetland swales and wet meadow  Species-specific enhancements including faunal surveys. grassland. specific features aimed at benefitting protected and notable species. The Site is within 5km of nine statutory sites, and  A sensitive lighting scheme to minimise the within 2km of 19 non-statutory sites, including potential effect of lighting on species such as  Multi-functional and integrated landscape the River Ash. bats. including green and blue infrastructure which serves a landscape purpose and provides The Ecological Assessment indicates the presence Inspections are conducted monthly to ensure valuable ecological habitat corridors e.g. of bats, breeding birds and reptiles. environmentally-sensitive areas are protected SuDS. and maintained. PSG inspects all ponds, Below, mitigation and enhancement measures to neighbouring rivers and lakes, gas oil tanks, calor  A habitat management plan to ensure that be considered in the proposed development of gas tanks, interceptors and spill kit materials, and the value of habitats are maximised. the Site, as outlined in the Ecological Assessment regularly communicates with and is assessed by and Pinewood Studios’ Sustainability Handbook  Pond/wetland creation to provide the Environment Agency to ensure the are described. opportunities for amphibians, birds, reptiles, environment is unharmed. mammals and invertebrates. Mitigation Measures – The following mitigation At Shepperton this will continue as part of the measures aim to protect existing onsite habitats  Improvements in access will be coupled with ongoing management of the Site and areas of and species, in particular those areas of value provision of educational resources such as ecological value. such as the River Ash Corridor: interpretation boards including an Enhancement Measures - In addition to the interpretation of the site’s history and proposed mitigation measures a range of ecological interest.

Through these measures it is anticipated the To improve water quality, the surface water  the use of key internal finishes and fittings development will result in a net increase in site drainage strategy will give consideration to which comply with best practice emissions biodiversity. Further details on the site habitats, measures to minimise pollution run-off. levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) species and biodiversity is set out in the and other substances; and Sustainable Materials – Insulation materials Ecological Assessment which accompanies the containing substances known to contribute to  the specification of low Global Warming outline application. stratospheric ozone depletion or with the Potential (GWP) and zero Ozone Depleting 4.6.2 Pollution potential to contribute to global warming will not Potential (ODP) insulation materials. be used. Natural insulation materials such as The proposed development will aim to minimise mineral wool, rock wool or cork board will be 4.7 Sustainable Waste Management any negative impacts on the natural environment considered as they are amongst the lowest The proposed development will ensure the considering the impacts of water use, materials, Global Warming Potential (GWP) rating. minimisation of waste and maximisation of and air quality. Air Quality – The proposed site is within a recycling of any waste generated during Water – Throughout construction water quality borough wide AQMA declared by Spelthorne demolition, construction and operation of the will be maintained by the following measures: Borough Council. This has been declared due to new industrial space.  Reduce erosion and run-off by minimising the transport related emissions from major trunk In accordance with PSG policies the development land disturbance and leaving vegetation cover roads, including the M3 and M25. An Air Quality will aspire to generate zero waste where where possible. Assessment has been prepared by Hydrock which possible. includes measures to reduce the impact of the  Cover skips and trucks loaded with Demolition construction materials and continually damp development on local air quality during down with low levels of water. construction and operation such as: During the demolition of the existing site measures will be put in place to maximise the  implementation of a Dust Management Plan  Use non-toxic paints, solvents and other recycling and reuse of materials. Measures will to reduce dust emissions; hazardous materials wherever possible. include:  avoiding the use of onsite generators; and  Segregate, tightly cover and monitor toxic  Where possible bricks and concrete will be substances to prevent spills and possible site  design of the Site as a low vehicle scheme crushed on-site and reused in foundation contamination. with low car parking numbers and a high and hardstanding construction. number of cycle spaces to encourage The construction works will be carried out in such  Major building elements such as steel sustainable travel. a manner as to avoid adverse effects on the framing will be recycled or reused if ponds, streams and downstream habitats in To further enhance the development a number possible. accordance with Environment Agency Pollution of additional measures will be considered during  Provision will be made for sorting and Prevention Guidance (PPG). the detailed design of buildings to minimise storing of materials to facilitate recycling. pollution, including:

Prior to demolition a Demolition Environmental In addition the development will be registered Management Plan (DEMP) will be prepared to with the Considerate Constructors Scheme and manage waste during demolition and maximise achieve certification against the Code of the reuse and recycling of materials. Considerate Practice. Construction Waste Management Operational Waste Management To minimise waste during construction the The design of the development and new following measures will be implemented and buildings will make provision for the on-site considered to reduce waste to landfill and storage of non-recyclable waste and recyclable maximise recycling: waste in an accessible location to facilitate collections and maintain the Shepperton Studios  Design to minimise the use of raw materials, 100% waste reuse and recycling. including the specification of sustainable materials with low embodied carbon and reuse of materials from demolition.  Use of modern methods of construction such as the use of prefabricated building elements to minimise waste and facilitate construction efficiency.  Preparation of a Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) to minimise waste during the construction phases of the development, including the use of a scheme for recycling/disposing of waste arising from construction works.  The reduction, reuse and recycling of construction waste through measures such as avoidance of over-ordering, supervision of deliveries, use of secure materials storage facilities and reuse of materials onsite where feasible.

The redevelopment of Shepperton Studios will include measures to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change.

5. Conclusion

This Sustainability Assessment has been prepared sustainable transport enhancements will further reduction in embodied carbon emissions, to demonstrate how the proposed expansion of encourage sustainable travel and reinforce the 10% of the new buildings’ regulated energy Shepperton Studios will be delivered in sustainable location of the site. through renewable energy, reducing on-site accordance with the PSG sustainability policy, water use, and inclusion of a 40% allowance Sustainability at Shepperton Studios – Through a how the proposed development is in a for climate change in the surface water range of measures the expansion of Shepperton sustainable location and how a range of management system. Studios will lead to a range of economic, social economic, social and environmental benefits will and environmental benefits including:  Implementation of measures to protect and be delivered. enhance site environments including the  The provision of 2,823 local jobs during PSG Approach to Sustainability – The PSG has a improvement of the River Ash corridor, operation and an annual local contribution of proactive approach to sustainability which creation of new wetland habitats and £74.4m during construction and £193.6m includes a set of corporate energy, carbon provision for a range of on-site species. during operation. reduction and waste targets. Ensuring the  Measures to minimise waste during expansion is delivered in accordance with these  Sustainable transport enhancements including demolition and construction maximising targets is a key aim for the proposed the continuation of existing sustainable recycling and extension of the existing development. transport plans and new sustainable travel operational waste plan. links. A Sustainable Location for Development – The Shepperton Studios site and its contribution to  Good design which responds to the In this context it is concluded that the the local economy is recognised by SBC and constraints and opportunities of the site proposed development reflects the enhancing the existing film and HETV facilities including the protection of River Ash corridor. sustainability objectives of the and expertise is a key development target. In  Measures to enhance the health and Pinewood Studios Group, is in a addition the expansion site benefits from wellbeing of site visitors through the creation sustainable location, and will deliver a excellent sustainable transport links which are of green spaces and healthy working range of economic, social and reinforced by the Shepperton site sustainable environments. transport plans, including shuttle bus services environmental benefits. and on-site cycle storage and changing facilities.  A commitment to mitigating and adapting to Extension of these measures and additional the impacts of climate change targeting a 10%

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