335 Rhapta
EDGE Advanced
335 Rhapta is a bungalow, originally built in 1967, that has been renovated to modern standards, relying on natural lighting, natural ventilation, solar PV powered energy needs, LED lighting, rainwater harvesting, low-flow plumbing fittings, and re-use of existing materials wherever viable. The project was developed by Urban Nirvana, a local property developer in Kenya.
Urban Nirvana’s ethos is to build and renovate to a minimum EDGE standard wherever viable to do so, especially in light of the necessity for energy and water resilience in Kenya, and the lack of quality, sustainable materials for construction in the market.
335 Rhapta has received a Final EDGE Advanced Certification from Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI).
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
*Part of the energy efficiency percentage may be associated with virtual energy for comfort depending on the presence of heating and cooling systems. Note that virtual energy does not contribute savings to utility bills.
Technical Solutions
Energy
Water
Materials
Location
335 Rhapta Road Nairobi, Kenya
Stage
Final EDGE Certification
Date
April 4, 2022
Floor Space (m2)
338
Total CO2 Savings (annually)
3.81
Certified By
Green Business Certification Inc.