The Cube has been gratned an EDGE Advanced Preliminary Certificate from Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI).
The Cube
The CUBE
The Cube is a commercial complex located in Nairobi, Kenya with a striking full glass façade and cantilevered roof over an open outdoor space.
The project tackled sustainability in the early phases of the project by carrying out building simulation modeling to assess daylighting, glare and ventilation impacts to optimize the building performance.
Given the large amount of glass desired by the designers, extra focus was given to lighting efficiency, high performance glazing and solar PV. Ultra-efficient water fixtures were used to minimize water consumption proving how significant and impact this initiative can make. Beyond EDGE the building will have a large focus on sustainable waste management.
The Cube has been gratned an EDGE Advanced Preliminary Certificate from Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI).
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
External Shading Devices, high performance thermal glass, occupancy sensors, solar photovoltaics, Low Energy Lighting
Water
Water efficient showers, toilets, and faucets
Materials
Floor and roof concrete filler slab, External and Internal Walls – Stone Blocks – Machine Cut Unpolished, Finished concrete floor
*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.
Location:
Kirichwa Grove Road
Nairobi, Kenya
Stage:
Preliminary EDGE Advanced Certificate
Date:
August 2021
Floor Space:
9,366.6 m2
Total CO2 Savings:
133.78 tCO2/Year
Landmark Place Karen has received an EDGE Advanced Preliminary Certificate from Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI).
Landmark Place Karen
Landmark Place Karen
Landmark Place Karen is a retail center situated within the old Karen shopping area of Nairobi, Kenya.
The building is set to provide numerous positive benefits to the building operations in terms of utility cost savings, resilience against utility disruptions and shortages, and occupant health and well-being. By tackling sustainability at the very early stages of design there was minimal disruption to costs and design and has resulted in a high performing building providing long term costs savings.
Landmark Place Karen has received an EDGE Advanced Preliminary Certificate from Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI).
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced Window to Wall Ratio, External Shading Devices, high performance thermal glass, occupancy sensors, solar photovoltaics, Low Energy Lighting
Water
Water efficient showers, toilets, and faucets
Materials
Floor concrete filler slab, steel sheeting on steel rafters, external and internal on timber rafters, and aluminum window frames
*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.
Location:
Langata Road
Nairobi, Kenya
Stage:
Preliminary EDGE Advanced Certificate
Date:
July 2021
Floor Space:
6,900 m2
Total CO2 Savings:
117.18 tCO2/Year
The Trade and Development Bank Nairobi Regional Office has been granted a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Trade and Development Bank Tower
Trade and Development Bank Tower
TDB Group is proud to add it’s regional HQ office building to the early pool of EDGE certified projects in Kenya. TDB Group is committed to sustainability and this building is a testament to its values.
Beyond incorporating resource-efficient design features and technologies, TDB also incorporated waste management and sustainable material procurement into the development of the project.
TDB Group’s Regional Nairobi Office Tower has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, external shading devices, higher thermal performance glass, energy-saving lighting in internal and external spaces, and occupancy sensors in bathrooms, conference rooms, and closed cabins.
Water
Efficient-flush water closets, water-efficient urinals, low-flow faucets in all bathrooms, a rainwater harvesting system, and a grey water treatment and recycling system.
Materials
Concrete filler slab for the floor, in-situ reinforced concrete slab for the roof construction, machine cut unpolished stone blocks for internal and external walls, curtain external walling, and terrazzo and finished concrete flooring.
*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.
Location:
184 Lenana Road
Nairobi, Kenya
Stage:
Preliminary EDGE Certificate
Date:
October 2020
Floor Space:
9,234 m2
Total CO2 Savings:
50.0 tCO2/Year
The Promenade
The Promenade
The Promenade is a multi-tenant commercial office building in the Westlands area of Nairobi. The seven-story building offers high quality office and retail accommodation for tenants looking for a sustainable and flexible working environment. Tenants also enjoy the building’s generous balconies and breakout areas, which provide space for relaxation and provide an opportunity to connect with the surrounding landscape.
The commercial building utilizes resource-efficient design features and technologies to reduce its environmental impact and lower its operating costs. Higher thermal performance glass, LED lighting, and occupancy sensors were installed to reduce the building’s energy use, while low-flow and water-efficient plumbing fixtures were installed to reduce the building’s water use.
The building’s developer, Krystal Investment Ltd, was committed to improving the resource efficiency of the Promenade, especially regarding the building’s water usage. As the water demand in Nairobi has skyrocketed due to ever increasing modernization and construction in the city, a water-efficient building has become essential. The building was also designed by Symbion architects and constructed by Parbat Seyani.
The Promenade has received final EDGE certification from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Higher thermal performance glass, energy-saving lighting in internal and external spaces, lighting controls for corridors and staircases, and occupancy sensors in bathrooms, conference rooms, and closed cabins.
Water
Low-flow faucets in bathrooms and water-efficient single-flush water closets and urinals.
Materials
Hollow core precast slab for the floors, in-situ waffle concrete for the roof, in-situ reinforced internal walls, and machine cut unpolished stone blocks for internal and 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.
Location:
General Mathenge Drive
Nairobi, Kenya
Stage:
Final EDGE Certification
Date:
November 2020
Floor Space:
22,709 m2
Total CO2 Savings:
189.4 tCO2/Year
Qwetu Parklands
Qwetu Parklands
Qwetu Parklands is a new residential community for students in Nairobi. The community will be home to more than 500 students from various colleges and universities, including the University of Nairobi, Mount Kenya University, Bridge College, Evelyn College of Design, Graffins College, Kenya Institute of Management, and Kenya Methodist University. Students will benefit from the community’s central location, within ten minutes of Nairobi’s central business district.
The residential community will utilize resource-efficient design features and technologies to conserve natural resources, including LED lighting and low-flow plumbing fixtures. The resource-efficient design will also lower the community’s carbon footprint.
The developer of the project, Acorn Holdings Limited (AHL), is committed to developing and managing high quality, affordable, and purpose-built rental accommodation for students. Since 2015, Acorn Holdings Limited (AHL) has worked with Helios Investment Partners, a leading Africa-focused private equity firm, to address the housing-gap in Kenya. The company is committed to certifying its portfolio with EDGE and has also achieved an EDGE certificate for its Qwetu WilsonView project.
Qwetu Parklands has received final EDGE certification from Sintali-SGS.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
A reduced window-to-wall ratio and energy-saving lighting in internal, external, and back-of-house spaces.
Water
Water-efficient single-flush water closets and faucets for kitchen sinks and low-flow showerheads and faucets for guest rooms.
Materials
In-situ reinforced concrete for the floor and roof, 3-D wire panel with ‘shot-crete’ on both sides for internal walls, and solid dense concrete blocks 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.
Location:
13759 James Gichuru
Nairobi, Kenya
Stage:
Final EDGE Certification
Date:
September 2020
Floor Space:
10,039 m2
Total CO2 Savings:
116.4 tCO2/Year
Qwetu WilsonView
Qwetu WilsonView
Qwetu WilsonView is a new residential community for students in Nairobi. The community will be home to more than 700 students from various colleges and universities, including Strathmore University, Riara University, Daystar University, Catholic University of Eastern Africa, and a variety of aviation colleges in the city. Students will benefit from the community’s proximity to T-Mall, Java Mbagathi Way, Wilson Aiport, and Galleria Mall.
The residential community will utilize resource-efficient design features and technologies to conserve natural resources, including LED lighting and low-flow plumbing fixtures. The resource-efficient design will also lower the community’s carbon footprint.
The developer of the project, Acorn Holdings Limited (AHL), is committed to developing and managing high quality, affordable, and purpose-built rental accommodation for students. Since 2015, AHL has worked with Helios Investment Partners, a leading Africa-focused private equity firm, to address the housing-gap in Kenya.
Qwetu WilsonView has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from thinkstep-SGS.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, insulation of external walls, occupancy sensors in bathrooms, and energy-saving lighting in internal, external, and back-of-house spaces.
Water
Dual-flush water closets in all bathrooms, low-flow showerheads, and water-efficient washing machines and faucets for kitchen sinks.
Materials
Concrete filler slab for the floor and roof, and 3-D wire panel with ‘shot-crete’ on both sides for internal and 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.
Location:
13759 Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
Stage:
Preliminary EDGE Certificate
Date:
October 2019
Floor Space:
11,723 m2
Total CO2 Savings:
155.1 tCO2/Year
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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.