Algarrobo – Arboleda del Campestre
Algarrobo is a 660-unit apartment complex nestled within the Arboleda del Campestre residential development in southern Ibagué. The complex’s two-bedroom units range in size from 42 to 45 square meters. Residents will enjoy the community’s numerous amenities designed for the whole family, including swimming pools for adults and children, a playground, and multi-use spaces.
The apartment complex was designed to reduce energy and water usage, allowing residents to save on utility bills and live more environmentally friendly lifestyles. Energy-saving lighting, a reduced window-to-wall ratio, and low-flow plumbing fixtures will be incorporated to contribute to the energy and water savings.
The developer of the project, Constructora Bolívar, has led the Colombian market in the development of urban housing projects for all income levels for more than 30 years. The company is committed to sustainable construction that generates value for its clients. Constructora Bolívar has also certified 127 Living, 176 Park, Arboleda del Campestre-Laurel, Nordika, Prado Park, Park Living, and Senderos de Reserva de Curinca.
Algarrobo has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from CAMACOL.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
25%
Energy Savings*
34%
Water Savings
57%
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window to wall ratio, energy-saving lighting in internal and external spaces, and lighting controls for corridors and staircases.
Water
Water-efficient single-flush water use closets and low-flow showerheads faucets for bathrooms and kitchen sinks.
Materials
In-situ reinforced concrete for the floor, micro concrete tiles on steel rafters for the roof, in-situ reinforced internal walls, and exposed brick with internal plaster for external walls.
*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.
EDGE is currently funded by the UK Government with original funding by Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO).
Additional support has been provided by Austria, Canada, Denmark, ESMAP, EU, Finland, GEF, Hungary and Japan.