General description
FINSA Multi II El Salto
FINSA Multi II El Salto is an industrial facility located in the municipality of El Salto, Juárez, consisting of speculative warehouse, manufacturing, and office areas.
This industrial facility has been designed and built with a comprehensive approach, aiming to generate positive environmental impacts and ensure energy efficiency.
Client
About FINSA
FINSA is an industrial real estate developer and manages one of the largest portfolios in Latin America.
As part of its commitment to sustainability, FINSA has enrolled in the LEED Volume Certification program and has adopted best practices and procedures for the development of its multitenant buildings.
Project
What was implemented in the project?
➢ Various strategies were implemented to maximize energy savings, such as the use of skylights, windows, and efficient materials in the building envelope.
➢ High-efficiency plumbing fixtures will be installed, achieving a 47% reduction in indoor water consumption, and a xerophilous landscape was designed to eliminate outdoor water use.
➢ Concrete waste was reused as fill material in tepetate mines in another project, while wood, metal, cardboard, and plastic were recycled, achieving a 72.78% waste diversion rate.
➢ In addition, all tenants have access to design and construction guidelines, facilitating understanding of the construction process and encouraging the adoption of sustainable practices.
➢ The project's security booth is designed to maintain high indoor air quality, and the use of efficient vehicles is encouraged through the allocation of preferred parking spaces for low-emission vehicles.
➢ The project was supervised by a LEED-accredited professional to support the application and certification process.
Challenges
In this project, the main challenge was to design an outdoor lighting system with low energy consumption to meet sustainability credits, while also complying with local public lighting regulations.
Ultimately, a balance between efficiency and regulatory compliance was achieved through the careful selection of luminaires and a strategic layout that minimizes energy use without compromising safety or visibility.
Strategies
Low-consumption LED luminaires with controlled distribution were chosen to meet the minimum lighting levels required by local regulations.
Additionally, photocells and timers were implemented to ensure the system operates only when needed, reducing energy consumption without affecting functionality or safety in the area.
Results
This project has not only been a success in terms of construction but also in its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
