Sustainability
ESG at NCL
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ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) concerns are quite naturally threaded through everything we do. That’s because we define sustainability as the triple bottom line: environmentally sound, socially equitable, economically feasible. Every decision we make—from our new building to our collections, programs, and staff—is made with this in mind.
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Induction Cooktop
The stovetop in our Kend Kitchen stays cold to the touch even when set to full heat. It works through electromagnetism: a coil generates a magnetic current that heats any metal container placed on it. This instant, high-precision temperature control is much more efficient and safer than a combustion-based gas stove.
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All-Electric Systems
Hidden between the skylights above the Living Room is a row of electric heat pumps that use the gas expansion-compression cycle to generate heated and cooled refrigerant, which is sent as needed to each building zone. Fresh air is supplied through a system that recovers heat and humidity for maximum energy efficiency.