Descripción general
South III
South III is an industrial building located in the municipality of Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, comprised of warehouse, manufacturing and office areas.
This industrial building has been designed and built with a comprehensive approach with positive environmental impacts and energy efficiency in mind.
Company
About IGS - Centinela
IGS / Centinela Property is a Mexican developer and fund manager dedicated to creating value for its investors and clients in the industrial, housing and development sectors.
IGS seeks to implement sustainable strategies in its portfolio of industrial buildings by certifying them LEED®, which is an international tool recognized for its holistic view of sustainability.
Project
About this project
➤ Location and Transportation
The use of efficient and electric vehicles is encouraged by providing preferential parking spaces and charging stations, promoting emission reduction and the use of low-emission transportation.
➤ Sustainable Sites
Prior to its location, the project conducted detailed analyses of topography, hydrology, climate, vegetation, soil, and human use. Additionally, stormwater management on-site, that is able to manage the 98th percentile, ensures the promotion of the hydrological cycle.
➤ Water Efficiency
Due to the implementation of efficient plumbing fixtures in the guardhouse, the project reduces indoor water consumption by 54.86% compared to conventional buildings. The xerophytic landscaping design allows for a 100% reduction in outdoor water use.
➤ Energy and Atmosphere
The facility exclusively uses LED lighting, achieving a 29.21% reduction in indoor lighting electricity consumption and a 52.40% reduction in outdoor lighting electricity consumption when comparing the design to the ASHRAE 90.1-2010 standard. Additionally, it features automatic control based on natural lighting, maximizing energy savings.
➤ Materials and Resources
During construction, the total waste density was 6.03 lb/ft², below the maximum established by LEED, demonstrating a responsible approach to waste management.
➤ Indoor Environmental Quality
With the incorporation of strategically placed skylights, the project achieves optimal levels of natural lighting in 95.95% of the occupied spaces, minimizing the use of artificial lighting.
➤ Innovation
All strategies implemented under LEED certification are communicated to the building’s occupants and visitors through a sustainable strategies mural. Throughout the project, it was accompanied by a LEED Accredited Professional specialist.
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