Reducing Carbon Footprint
We are currently engaged in calculating precise environmental savings when using hyperTunnel versus traditional methods.
Our initial focus is on the processes which consume the most carbon within underground construction to demonstrate how we can bring significant improvements in these areas. We will then address the carbon intensity of underground chemicals. Our mission is to improve the environmental impact and sustainability of underground construction through innovation.
Reduced Environmental Impact
Less electrical energy
Lower power requirement for swarm robotics construction
Less water
3D-printing approach uses less water and reduces need for water pumps
Less raw materials
Geology forms part of the construction
Less waste
Geology remains in place and not removed
Smaller machinery
80 tonne drilling machine vs 2000 tonne TBM
Fewer consumables
Reuse of equipment and robot fleet
Extracted material handling
Less costly treatment for extraction and disposal
Repurpose of construction pipes
Providing ground source heat pipes
Smaller construction site
Improved entry/exit locations, access and less land use
Further Sustainability Benefits
Shift underground shortens journeys and facilitates urgent projects.
Tidal range energy reconsidered by removing tunnel cost barrier.
Repair and surveying capabilities extend tunnel life.
Tunnel enlargement allows electrification and new routes for freight.
We are committed to continuously improve our environmental impact in the workplace, with a range of measures including disposal of materials through a specialist treatment supplier, minimising waste, Recycling at Work policy and EV scheme for all staff travel.
