Angus Kearin (urbanest Head of Development) and Dr Thomas Henriksen (Henriksen Studios) with the Passivhaus certificate Press Release - 4th February 2025 Leading central London student accommodation provider urbanest has successfully achieved Passivhaus standard accreditation for its purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development in Battersea. The certification from the Passivhaus Institut makes it the [...]
Passivhaus is recognised as the world’s most rigorous energy efficiency standard, significantly reducing carbon emissions and cutting heating consumption by up to 60–80%. As part of our commitment to reaching net zero, urbanest has made the strategic decision to target Passivhaus certification for all new developments, ensuring long-term energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact. This [...]
As home to more than 4,600 students in London, we have a duty of care and a responsibility to ensure that our residents feel safe, supported, and happy. The governance of urbanest is structured with this in mind. We are committed to operating with integrity, kindness, and understanding. Best-practice fire safety procedures, electrical maintenance, and [...]
