Sustainable real estate development is based on the intelligent application of environmental resources together with the use of construction materials, generating constructions with low environmental impact. Allowing them to have a property that has the capacity to be resilient to the events of nature, allowing an operational development without interruptions and of great added value.
Let’s discover the role of sustainability in real estate development, the certifications that can support that commitment and the long-term benefits that come with it.
What is sustainability in real estate development
Sustainable real estate development is based on the design, construction and adaptation of spaces in harmony with the environment, by minimizing the impact on the use of natural resources through the responsible management of water and the creation of green spaces that allow a balance contributing to a better development of activities human over time.
Certifications that accredit if a construction is environmentally friendly
Some of the environmental certifications used in Latin America are as follows:
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
- Edge (Excellence in design for greater efficiency)
- Breaam (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology)
- CASBEE (Comprehensive Assessment System for Building Environmental Efficiency)
- HQE (Haute Qualité Environnementale)
It is important to note that the most comprehensive is LEED because it contemplates important elements from design to its integration with the daily use of people. Additionally, whether or not to have certifications does not detract from the commitment to commitment to sustainability and reduction of environmental impact.
What is LEED certification?
read For its acronym in English, it means: Leadership in energy and environmental design, it is a certification that validates how friendly the building or the property with the environment is. It is not limited to the placement of solar panels, it is based on being able to provide parameters, rules and instructions that the entire life cycle of a building considers, that is, from construction to operation and maintenance.
Key aspects within LEED certification and sustainability in real estate development
Efficiency of water, energy and atmosphere.
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- energy efficiency
- Reuse of rainwater and gray through treatment plants
- Fresh air renovation
Efficiency and good use in materials and resources
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- solid waste recycling
- Quality and environmentally friendly materials
Indoor environmental quality.
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- Carbon monoxide extraction
- insulated glass, among others
location and transportation.
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- Charging stations for electric vehicles
- Bicycle parking
Innovation and design process.
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- green areas
Benefits of sustainable real estate development
Sustainable real estate development aims to have more habitable cities, resilient to natural disasters and low carbon emissions in the community. The benefits of sustainable real estate development are several, we share below:
- Reduction of the ecological footprint of constructions and contributes to the fight against climate change.
- Better quality of life through healthier, pleasant and safer urban spaces for its inhabitants.
- Optimization of resources, reducing the consumption of energy, water and materials, generating economic savings.
- Superior surplus value, since sustainable constructions are increasingly valued by investors and buyers.
Our commitment to sustainability
At Grupo Aristos, we are committed to the well-being of our communities and mainly to the good management of environmental resources, this being the main element taken into consideration for Continue to provide sustainable opportunities For our clients, collaborators and other stakeholders. Our commitment transcends corporate social responsibility, with the continuity of the business over the years from a safe, sustainable and profitable perspective in each of the markets in which we operate.
Proof of commitment to sustainability is the integral development from Aristos Inmobiliaria and Aristos Energy are not simply companies with a focus on profitability; They are catalysts of change and progress in El Salvador. Representing innovation, ingenuity and sustainability through business excellence. They are the embodiment of a better future, where each project is an opportunity to raise the standard and leave a lasting mark on the history of our country.