Chapter 6 – During Renovation or Interior Decoration
This chapter provides information to those planning to carry out renovation works of different scales – it covers the
important topics of material reuse, demolition waste management and noise control, as well as the oft-neglected
problem of indoor air pollution from chemical emitting materials from new renovations.
Chapter 7 – Operation Maintenance and Management
This chapter focuses on the operation of shopping mall. It covers tips for building services operations, green
cleaning, energy saving, water saving and maintaining good indoor air quality. It also discusses the use of waste
treatment, with a focus on opportunities for kitchen waste composting in shopping malls.
Chapter 8 – Incentives for Tenants and Shoppers
This chapter discusses how green practices can be encouraged at different levels. Measures for creating
incentives and support from tenants, including green lease and other initiatives are discussed. Opportunities to
engage the public for green practices and education through shopping malls and events are also explored.
Chapter 9 – Special Topics
Opportunities for energy saving and good environmental practices for different establishments including
restaurants, supermarkets, salons, ice rinks and cinemas are discussed in this chapter. The technical aspects of
lighting design for shopping malls are also included.
In this Guide, the following boxes will further assist your reading:
Green tips
– Success stories and examples of green measures for easy understanding.
Technical note
– Reference and technical information for further study for those who are more deeply interested.
Words in blue
– Technical terms will have their definitions listed in Appendix F – Glossary.
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