The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has set a new benchmark in sustainability with its Accommodation Complex in Warsan receiving the prestigious LEED Platinum Rating from the US Green Building Council (USGBC). This recognition marks the first multifamily project globally to attain this level of certification, achieving 80 points under LEED Homes v4.1.
This milestone contributes to DEWA’s portfolio of ten LEED-certified buildings, reinforcing its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and supporting Dubai’s goal of becoming a smart, sustainable city as outlined in the ‘Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033.’
Key Features of the Complex:
- Water Savings: Achieves 61% water savings.
- Energy Savings: Attains 28% energy savings.
- Renewable Energy: Generates 10% of its energy needs from renewable sources.
- Environmentally Friendly Materials: Uses low volatile organic compounds (Low VOC) materials and furniture certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, stated, “This achievement reflects our dedication to sustainability and enhancing the quality of life in Dubai. DEWA continues to adopt innovative practices in green building design to provide a healthy and efficient environment for its employees.”
Additional LEED Platinum -Certified DEWA Buildings:
- Sustainable Building in Al Quoz: The first sustainable government building in the UAE.
- Innovation Centre: Promoting cutting-edge sustainability solutions.
- Research and Development (R&D) Centre: Focused on advancing renewable energy technologies.
- Smart Grid Station: Integrating smart technologies for efficient energy management.
- Moro Hub and others: Supporting DEWA’s mission of sustainability.
This latest accomplishment further solidifies DEWA’s position as a leader in sustainability, setting an example for integrating environmental practices in infrastructure development and management.
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