Menlyn Maine becoming the go-to venue for events and conferences
Category Commercial Property News
As climate change becomes a massive threat to the sustainability of society, it is increasingly vital for the commercial property industry to play its part in combating global warming. Internationally Green Star Rated buildings are prevalent on an international scale. South Africa is slowly starting to catch up to this global trend. Menlyn Maine is one of Pretoria's leading examples of a property development doing it the right way. The development is a mixed-use facility that has a holistic approach to expansion, architecture, job creation, and the environment.
Recently the facility hosted the African Cities Sustainability Conference, an event which places responsible environmental practice at the top of the agenda. 32 cities from around the world participated and this was an opportunity to showcase Menlyn Maine as a world-class green facility.
Head of the sustainability department at the Municipality of Tshwane, Sello Mphage, recently told iol.co.za that, the "green city" was doing its bit for changing perceptions and initiating healthier practices like cycling to work. Cycle lanes are standard in most of the world's leading urban expanses. This could also be a possibility in South Africa if more mixed-use green rated developments like Menlyn Maine start to emerge throughout the country.
"I will give an example of Menlyn Maine. When Menlyn Maine started as a precinct people didn't understand what it meant," Said Sello Mphage. Many have started to understand the operational costs of the whole precinct, including Time Square, was generally lower compared to conventional buildings in terms of green building standard. "When we started five years ago it was very uncommon to see someone cycling in our city or even in townships except during sporting activities - Sello Mphage," -Rapula Moatshe (https://www.iol.co.za/pretoria-news/tshwane-all-set-for-african-cities-sustainability-conference-at-csir-27042916)
Besides Menlyn Maine, the entire suburb is turning into one of Pretoria's most extensive commercial nodes. This has prompted leading property brokerages to invest in the location. Often there are fly by night operators, which is why it is advisable to consult a reputable company with a proven track record. One such company is OfficePlace who currently have 95 commercial properties to let in the Menlyn area. Menlyn Maine raises the profile of the suburb as more and more sought after companies are looking to invest in the culture of going green. According to numerous international studies, it's also good for business.
"A business going green makes customers feel that it is a trustworthy business. In 2015, Nielsen surveyed 30,000 consumers from around the world, and 66 percent of those consumers agree they would pay more for products from sustainable sources". - Olivia Durden; Reviewed by Michelle Seidel, B.Sc., LL.B. (https://smallbusiness.chron.com/benefits-going-green-business-3225.html)
Time to invest
As cities encroach on natural environments, it is the duty of stakeholders, entrepreneurs and civil city to do their part in ensuring urban surroundings remain sustainable. This is why Menlyn Maine is playing such a huge role in creating opportunities for green rated companies to be located in an area which gives their operation credibility and peace of mind. OfficePlace Property Specialists offer the green office solution you have been looking for with Menlyn Maine. Pick up the phone now! A highly skilled property broker is waiting to make your move to this sought-after, one of a kind facility as easy as possible. If your company is guilty of being environmentally unethical, there is no time like the present to make a change. Be a part of the environmental revolution with OfficePlace and Menlyn Maine.
Author: OfficePlace
