Tall buildings can lead the way to an environmentally sustainable future according to a newly published report commissioned by the Corporation of London.

The "Tall buildings and sustainability" report concludes that advances in technology combined with sensitive design, can make tall buildings more environmentally sustainable than smaller buildings.

Forum Response: Corporation of London

Judith Mayhew, chairman of the policy and resources committee, told ePolitix.com: "This report shows that tall buildings are not a hindrance to sustainability - quite the opposite. Clustering already provides numerous business advantages but it can also improve sustainability in areas such as transportation, energy efficiency, land use and waste management. More and more firms have environmental policies and will increasingly look for buildings that reflect these goals.

"In a global market place where major firms can take their pick of locations, this report shows that a holistic approach to new developments is essential. Not only in terms of energy saving and an environmentally sensitive approach but also in providing a good quality of life for the people who work in the buildings. As this report makes clear, putting sustainability at heart of the design, construction and operation of buildings makes economic and business sense."