Eden at New Bailey
Mainer Associates were proud to have contributed to Eden at New Bailey, one of Greater Manchester’s most sustainable, BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ developments. Appointed by main contractor Bowmer & Kirkland, we delivered the Whole Life Carbon Analysis and led the project through the BREEAM As Built Assessment stage through to certification.
The Mainer team supported B&K during the tender phase, helping to address embodied carbon targets and identify opportunities for carbon reduction. One of the most impactful measures recommended, was the use of a reclaimed Raised Access Flooring system in place of a newly manufactured alternative. This collaborative effort between Mainer, B&K, and the supply chain significantly reduced embodied carbon emissions, particularly across lifecycle stages A1–A3.
This strategy alone resulted in a total carbon saving of 435 tCO₂e, highlighting the effectiveness of reuse in meeting ambitious sustainability and carbon targets.
Image Source: Eden, New Bailey
Image Source: Eden, New Bailey
Highlights
Client
Bowmer & Kirkland
Location
Salford, North West
Value
£36 million
Specification
Mixed Use: Office & Retail
Services
BREEAM, Whole Life Carbon Assessment
Case Study: Eden at New Bailey
Client: Bowmer & Kirkland
Location: Greater Manchester
Services: Embodied Carbon Analysis, BREEAM Assessment (As Built Stage)
Certifications Achieved: BREEAM ‘Outstanding’
Carbon Reduction Achieved: 435 tCO₂e
Overview
Eden at New Bailey is a landmark development in Greater Manchester and part of a growing portfolio of BREEAM Outstanding buildings in the region. Mainer Associates were engaged by main contractor Bowmer & Kirkland (B&K) to provide specialist sustainability consultancy services, including delivery of the Embodied Carbon Analysis and management of the BREEAM assessment through to the As Built stage.
Our Role
Mainer Associates played a key role from the early stages of the project. We supported B&K during their tender process, helping to interpret embodied carbon targets and identify opportunities for meaningful carbon reductions in line with client expectations and project documentation.
Key Interventions
One of the most impactful interventions was the recommendation and implementation of a reclaimed Raised Access Flooring system, replacing the need for a newly manufactured equivalent. Mainer facilitated this opportunity by collaborating closely with B&K and engaging the supply chain to ensure feasibility and compliance.
This change eliminated the vast majority of embodied carbon typically associated with lifecycle stages A1–A3 for this building element, delivering both environmental and cost benefits.
Results
Embodied Carbon Reduction: 435 tCO₂e
BREEAM Contribution: Supported progress toward BREEAM Outstanding rating
Innovation: Circular economy approach through material reuse
Collaboration: Effective engagement with contractor and supply chain
Conclusion
Mainer Associates’ involvement at Eden at New Bailey demonstrates the value of early sustainability input and supply chain collaboration. By identifying and delivering a high-impact reuse strategy, the project achieved a significant embodied carbon saving while supporting one of the UK's most sustainable commercial developments.
