Four inspiring projects, supported by Newham’s People Powered Places with additional funding from the Royal Docks Team, highlight what is possible when a community with a shared vision comes together to improve their local environment.
Newham Council, in partnership with the Royal Docks Team, is improving the road layout and street environment along the Royal Docks Corridor, which consists of Silvertown Way and North Woolwich Road between Canning Town and Connaught Bridge.
The City Hall building was the first in the world to achieve dual certification for ‘BREEAM Outstanding’ and ‘LEED Platinum’
Based in Silvertown, the heat pump-based system will provide 88% lower emissions than gas boiler alternatives.
The Royal Docks Team is excited to announce the installation of six new bespoke public benches, the final set of winning designs from this year’s Pews and Perches design competition.
Over 30 Royal Docks based employers, including ExCeL, London City Airport, Tate & Lyle Sugars and University of East London have signed up to become Living Wage accredited, demonstrating their commitment to paying a fair wage for all their employees, including those in their supply chains.
Planning application to deliver new student beds and educational uses for the completed first Phase of Royal Albert Dock has been submitted
More than £2bn of public and private sector investment planned.
Gallions Green, a key development site in Royal Albert Wharf, is welcoming its first residents as it reaches practical completion, with the final handovers due to take place later this month.
