Duran City
Duran City is bringing 626 single-family homes to the housing market in Guayaquil. The residential community is being developed by Constructora Prohorizon S.A., a company committed to providing resource-efficient homes to their customers.
Duran City has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from 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
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, reflective paint/tiles for the roof and external walls, insulation of the roof, and energy-saving lighting in internal spaces.
Water
Efficient-flush water closets and low-flow showerheads and faucets for kitchen sinks and washbasins.
Materials
In-situ trough concrete for the floor, micro concrete tiles on steel rafters for roof construction, medium weight hollow concrete blocks for internal and external walls, and ceramic tile flooring.
Location
Duran City Bromelia, Villa Olivo Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador
Stage
Preliminary EDGE Certificate
Date
October 2, 2020
Floor Space (m2)
42,657
Total CO2 Savings (annually)
324.2
Client Details
Certified By
Green Business Certification Inc.