The Eco Quick Scan (EQS) was developed by Van der Meer & van Tilburg to assist industrial SME’s with ecological efficiency improvements. The Quick Scan is derived from projects related to ISO 9000 and 14000 (see here), Cradle to Cradle, sustainability and eco-efficiency. Van der Meer & van Tilburg noticed a need

 for a quick scan of industrial SME’s to achieve efficiency in an environmental friendly manner. The development of the EQS adresses need. It is our view that ecology and economy go together.

The EQS has the following aims:

1. to reduce the environmental impact of the company operations.
2. to select opportunities to reduce environmental costs for the company.
3. to select opportunities to increase sales, enhance the company image and improve organization operations.
4. to reduce environmental risks for the company.
5. to provide ecological and economical advantages to SME’s.

In EQS looks at the business of the company. In a preliminary interview with management before, the main business determined. These processes are then analyzed using the WAGTEL themes.

• Water
• Waste
• Sound
• Toxic and poisonous substances
• Energy
• Air pollution

Upgrading Sustainable Residential Areas – Workshop

In collaboration with Petra Veen of the University of Applied Science of Utrecht, Kris Vermaas has given a workshop on the Quick Scan Eco. This presentation was held on the knowledge conference Sustainable Residential Upgrading on June 24, 2010. You can read this presentation here.

Savings for Dry Works

Van der Meer & van Tilburg executed EQS for Dry Works. Dry Works [www.dryworks.com] specializes in concrete repair, moisture resistance and soil reinforcement. In addition, the company specializes in maintenance of the building shell.The EQS for Dry Works appointed areas of opportunity where economic and ecological benefits could be gained. 

If you are interested in the benifitsof the EQS for your company, you can contact one of our consultants for an informal inquiry.