Arcadis Insider Environmental Sustainability 10-Year Anniversary Special Edition

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INSIDER Philippines Environmental Sustainability 10-Year Anniversary Special Editon August 2018

AT ARCADIS We perform business in an honest and responsible way, working to the highest professional standards. We are entrepreneurial and agile, passionate about creating value for our clients and achieving high performance. We believe in diversity, the power of global teamwork and that by working as one we deliver exceptional outcomes. We have the responsibility to sustain our world and society in a balanced way with health, safety and well-being of our people central to all we do.

FOREWORD

On behalf of Arcadis Philippines, I would like to welcome you to this special edition of the Arcadis Insider.

With the global paradigm shift to sustainable development increasing - evidenced by the establishment of the domestic rating system called BERDE and the launch of the Philippine Green Building Code, we have successfully solidified our reputation as a company that can support clients in achieving their organization’s sustainability goals through our Environmental Sustainability services. This success is expected to continue through our partnership with global and local companies committed in environment-friendly practices in their commercial, industrial, and residential projects. The Philippines is one of the fastest-growing construction markets in Asia with the industry growing by as much as 14% to 32%. This can be attributed to the current administration’s agenda to attain inclusive growth through a massive infrastructure spending program and the strong private real estate development activity through the continuous expansion of the office, retail, residential and industrial sectors. For more than 30 years, we have gained a good understanding of the local market and have continued to remain as the market leader in each of our business segments. Recently, we were appointed as technical advisor in one of the biggest infrastructure projects in the country that will reduce traffic congestion and improve connectivity, economic growth and trade activities in Metro Cebu. We are also working on a high-speed road network that will provide efficient transportation links for people living in Cavite and Laguna, significantly boosting the competitiveness of Region IV-A as an investment destination. It is believed that the bullish construction market is poised to sustain a healthy growth in the years ahead. For millions of Filipinos, this means having more reliable road networks, bridges, airports, urban mass transportation systems, residential developments, malls, office buildings, and even smart cities. Here at Arcadis, we see it as an opportunity to continue delivering more powerful solutions and achieve our goals to create exceptional and sustainable outcomes for clients in natural and built environments.

Ross McKenzie Country Head

FOREWORD

“The passion to help clients take care of the environment and be forward looking.” - these were the principal bases of the plan presented to the Davis Langdon & Seah (DLS) management committee. A decade ago, DLS management committee members signed a 10-page business plan that started the Environmental Sustainability business line, the first environmental services within the Legacy DLS. The Environmental Sustainability team (ES) was formed with Arch. Carla Cruz as the technical delivery lead. ES started working on their first appointment in early 2008 with the Zuellig project. It earned notable awards such as the first LEED Platinum Core & Shell and was voted in the Engineering News Record Awards in 2014 as “Greenest Project on the Planet”. Since then, ES has grown and delivered several types of projects locally and even ventured to doing projects outside of the Philippines. This was possible because of the team’s passion for delivering excellence. Today, the service offerings of the team have expanded to include energy reviews and modelling, CFD analysis, and daylight simulations. The goals of these services are to assist clients to have a view of the future performance of their project in terms of energy utilizations – the inefficiency of which is still a major contributor to climate change. ES today is composed of 13 highly qualified engineers and architects who are all passionate for the environment. Moving forward, it is expected that the team will develop other capabilities to offer environmental consulting outside of the building arena – an aspiration that in keeping with the initial principles set out 10 years ago.

Darneil Perez Executive Director

DIRECTOR’S NOTES

This year, Arcadis Philippines marks the 10th founding anniversary of its Environmental Sustainability business line. Arcadis Philippines, then known as Davis Langdon and Seah, saw a window of opportunity with the lack of regulation and guidance regarding sustainable design and construction in the country. The alternative for most developers was to have projects evaluated through building metric systems such as LEED or BREEAM. Certification programs and standards have certainly provided a clearer path for project teams to follow in designing and constructing a more sustainable built environment. Time has passed, and we can say that the once new processes have become part of the norm that improved the way we develop new buildings. I cannot believe that it has been a decade since my colleague, a fellow LEED AP, and I had been calling suppliers and were struggling to explain what solar heat gain coefficient, low-e glass systems or volatile organic compounds were. I am so pleased that today these terms are a by-word in our industry. I am astonished to see how these baby steps transformed into gigantic leaps with the expansion of the team. This would not have been possible without the endless support of our partners and clients. After only a decade, our team of young and passionate professionals has worked on more than 70 green building projects of varying types and complexity. However, our achievement is beyond the numbers of projects we have successfully certified. Our success is found on how we became the industry leader, that is, how Arcadis Philippines became instrumental in transforming a now sustainable-driven construction market. Hear about our stories of triumphs in this edition of the Insider.

Carla Cruz Director - Environmental Sustainability

PREFACE

Insider, being the official publication of Arcadis Philippines, has made the entire network get to know the company’s biggest wins, events, and achievements. This year, with ES celebrating a huge milestone in the business, this special edition has consolidated some highlights of the team’s most prestigious projects, most talked about subject matters, and most recognized team members for their valuable contributions. When I joined the ES back in 2014, I had no idea how challenging it would be to propose and implement relatively new green strategies to promote sustainable development. It was no easy task to make both ends meet when the client’s project needed to be competitive, sustainable, and cost-effective all at the same time. But all hard work has paid off as the industry started to accept the standard practice for green buildings today. This trend has paved the way for an increasing number of feasibility studies for both new and existing buildings that show how developers wanted to make wiser decisions in both financial aspect and social responsibility. Hence, I would like to take this opportunity to thank our clients for the continued partnership and trust which drives us to be exemplary in our practice. I would like to thank the contractors and suppliers who have been cooperative to deliver what we have promised our clients despite the difficulties of applying new requirements and strategies. Lastly, I would like to share all our accomplishments to our fellow Arcadians. We would not have the urge to do better in our jobs without your support and rest assured that we will only strive to become the best team players you’ll ever get to work with. Cheers to all that has been achieved and to the more successes ahead!

Ronald Cadapan Senior Environmental Sustainabilty Consultant

CONTEN TS THE LAST 10 YEARS AT A GLANCE

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PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

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HAVE YOU HEARD

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LEED Certification Review Fees

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BERDE v2

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The Most Notable LEED Projects of Arcadis

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THOUGHT PAPERS

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Choosing Your Project Certification

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The Green Building Code of the Philippines

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Energy Performance of Buildings

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A Quick Guide To LEED v4

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SEMINARS AND EVENTS First Aid and Basic Life Support

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Construction Site Safety Training

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HPAIR Asia Conference

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Green Construct 2017

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PSME and Talks

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Project Milestones

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Together Awards

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The Arcadis INSIDER PH 10-Year Anniversary Special Edition

August 2018

Editor in Chief Michael Hearn Editor Carla Victoria Cruz Writers Ronald Cadapan Alexandra Aldaba Layout Editor John Carlo Vargas

The Last 10 Years At a Glance Here are some milestones and highlights of the team’s accomplishments over the last 10 years

ARYA RESIDENCES First residential project acquired under LEED v2.2 for New Construction

FORMING THE TEAM Environmental Sustainability Department was formed with 3 professionals including Arch. Carla Cruz. Shortly after, the company became a member of US Green Building Council.

SC JOHNSON AND SON INC. OFFICE BUILDING First project acquired under LEED v2009 under Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance

2009 2011 2008 2010 2012 DLSU HENRY SY SR. HALL

ES received its first LEED certifications for:

First commercial project acquired under BERDE v1.1.0 for New Const ruction

Aegis People Support Center

ZUELLIG BUILDING First commercial project acquired under LEED v2.0 for Core and Shell Sun Life Financial

The Mind Museum

BRIDGEBURY REALTY CORP. OFFICE

ESFI FOOD PROCESSING PLANT

LEED-certified project under LEED v2009 for Commercial Interiors

First manufacturing facility under LEED v2009 for New Construction

P&G KARAWANG First international project acquired under LEED-NC v2009 located in Jakarta, Indonesia

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2015 2017 2016 2018 2014 ES has grown to have 13 highly skilled professionals, 37 certified green buildings, and 23 ongoing projects of different complexities. The green advocacy of ES have started to extend its services internationally and explore other ventures aligned to help improve both built and natural environment.

FILINVEST AXIS TOWERS 1-4 First Master Site application under LEED v2009 for Core and Shell

MENARCO TOWER First project acquired under WELL v1 for Core and Shell

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

Zuellig Building Certified in April 2013

Arya Residences Acquired in May 2009 Arya Residences in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig is a residential condominium development consisting of more than 800,000 square feet of gross floor area. It derives its name from the Sanskrit word “noble” and was the country’s first “green” residential condominium. The Gold certification under LEED v2.2 for New Construction was awarded in August 2016.

Engineering News-Record, a leading U.S. industry publication, selected the Zuellig Building in Makati as the winner of the Green Project category of its Global Best Projects competition in 2013. The 33-storey Zuellig Building is a product of the collaboration between world-class architects, engineers, and project consultants, including its developer Bridgebury Realty Corporation (BRC), a subsidiary of the Zuellig Group. As the Quantity Surveyor and Environmental Consultant, Arcadis Philippines (then Langdon & Seah) provided their expertise to first help the project achieve a Gold pre-certification under the United States Green Building Council LEED Core and Shell (LEED-CS) and later upgrade this to a Platinum award. This is truly a landmark project putting the Philippines in the green world map.

Previously featured in the Davis Langdon & Seah Philippines Inc. (DLSPI) Insider - May 2010

Previously featured in the Langdon & Seah Philippines Inc. (LSPI) Insider - June 2013

Pioneer House CDO Certified in April 2015

Filinvest Axis Tower One Acquired March 2014 Filinvest Axis Tower One (previously known as Megablock Tower 1 - Phase 1) by Cyberzone Properties Inc. received a Gold certification under LEED v3 for Core and Shell buildings in May 2017. The project is a 25-storey office tower consisting of 3 basement parking levels, a ground level retail space, 5 podium parking levels and 19 office levels designed to cater to BPO companies. Some of the green features of the project include but are not limited to the following: •100% reduction in potable water and 50% reduction in total water use for irrigation. • Site landscape and open space was designed to exceed local code open space requirement by 100%; • All parking slots were located inside the building thus reducing heat island effect.

In April 2015, the Pioneer House in Cagayan de Oro became the first building in the Visayas and Mindanao region, and second in the Philippines (next to Zuellig), to receive a LEED Platinum certification by the US Green Building Council under the LEED v3 Core and Shell rating system. It is a 7-storey mixed-use office building with a total construction floor area of 3,600 square meters. Its green features include: •A double-glazed curtain wall system that limits heat transfer into the building subsequently reducing interior cooling loads while providing the occupants with an exterior environment connection through views and daylight; •The VRF (HVAC) system and LED lighting contributes to the overall building’s energy efficiency with a projected rate of 95 kwh/ sqm/year based on energy simulation process undertaken at design phase; •Potable water usage is reduced through low flow and low-flush water fixtures achieving more than 30% reduction; •To preserve the quality of indoor air, the project utilizes materials with low off-gas effect, implements a No-Smoking policy, and has designed the ventilation system to sufficiently supply fresh air.

Previously featured in the Langdon & Seah Philippines Inc. (LSPI) Insider - December 2014

Previously featured in the Langdon & Seah Philippines Inc. (LSPI) Insider - June 2015

Toyota Manila Bay Acquired in April 2016

SC Johnson & Son Certified in March 2015 The S.C. Johnson and Son Office is a 6-storey building situated at a prime location in Makati City. It is the first project in the Philippines to achieve LEED Gold certification under the v2009 Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance (EBOM) category. With a total construction floor area of 7,200 square meters. Major green building measures implemented include retrofitted toilet fixtures and use of recycled water for landscape irrigation, energy conservation program covering the replacement of old lighting fixtures to LEDs, review of the building systems operations, incorporation of a “smart� HVAC system that uses real time monitoring and, implementation of a green cleaning program.

Previously featured in the Langdon & Seah Philippines Inc. (LSPI) Insider - June 2015

Arcadis have had multiple Toyota projects as both continue to drive corporate sustainability through LEED-certified facilities. Toyota Manila Bay is a new 10-storey building project consisting of office spaces, showroom, and production areas for car dealership and services. The project has a gross square footage of 411,570 sq. ft. located along Roxas Boulevard, within the fast-growing commercial hub in Pasay City. Arcadis managed the documentation and implementation of sustainable strategies allowing the project to achieve LEED Certified level under the New Construction rating system in August 2017.

Previously featured in the Arcadis Philippines Inc. (API) Insider - June 2016

Unilever Bayanihan Certified in March 2017

Menarco Tower Registered for WELL in May 2016 Menarco Development Corp. is spent a little over P2 billion to develop its maiden office project, the Menarco Tower. The 32-story building is the first in the country to register with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) for a WELL certification to attest that the building’s features positively impact the health and well-being of its occupants. Mr. Darneil Perez of Arcadis disclosed that the WELL premium for the development cost is about 6% of the construction cost when compared to the cost of a LEED building. Already a pre-certified LEED Gold, the whole tower is cladded with a curtain wall glass which is mostly comprised of an IGU system for both viewing panels and spandrel panels and parapet glass walls with an innovative wood fin accent. The well appropriated glass thicknesses and systems will limit the tropical heat to enter the tower thus reducing the air-conditioning load to achieve optimum thermal comfort in the office environment. The construction started in March 2014 and was completed in June 2017.

Dubbed as one of the coolest offices in Manila, the new Unilever Philippines headquarters in Bonifacio Global City was awarded LEED Platinum under the LEED 2009 for Commercial Interiors by the Green Business Certification Institute (GBCI) last 13 March 2017. Garnering a total of 88 points, the US Green Building Council (USGBC) now recognizes the office among the few LEED Platinum projects in the country. Unilever Bayanihan is a 17,000 sqm office consisting of 7 levels in the newly constructed BGC Stopover Pavilion. The following are some of the project’s sustainable features: •The project utilizes water-efficient plumbing fixtures saving approximately 45% of fresh water compared to conventional toilets; •The office maximizes natural daylight using daylight sensors; the installation of occupancy sensors also decreases energy consumption by ensuring precise and economical lighting; •The provision of variable air volume boxes modulates the supply of air based on demand and saves on energy costs while maintaining an adequate supply of fresh air; •Aside from using products with low VOC content, the office space offers views of tree-lined streets and the skyline of Taguig city’s central business district. The office is now fully operational allowing its users to enjoy the benefits of working in a green building.

Previously featured in the Arcadis Philippines Inc. (API) Insider - June 2016

Previously featured in the Arcadis Philippines Inc. (API) Insider - July 2017

HAVE YOU HEARD 01 LEED Certification Review Fees

In 2016, the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI), the accredited certifying body for LEED projects launched a newpricing schedule for LEED registration and certification across all active versions which has been effective since 02 December 2016. Projects registered from the said date will follow the new fees for both registration and certification which include: (1) $300 increase for project registration, (2) new residential pricing and updated options for residential projects pursuing appeals, (3) new minimum thresholds introduced for fees, (4) all currently registered and certified LEED projects will have automatic access to Arc as of 01 December 2016, and (5) optimized pricing considerations for large-scale projects, portfolios and campus and volume program participants. Some changes in the LEED fees were shown in the table below. LEED FEES (BD+C) Registration Flat fee (per building) Expedite review (reduce from 20-25 business days to 10-12, available based on GBCI review capacity)

NOW

BEFORE Non-member

Member

Non-member

Member

$ 1,200 $ 4,250

$ 900 $ 3,250

$ 1,500 $ 5,000

$ 1,200 $ 4,000

+ $ 5,000

+ $ 5,000

COMBINED REVIEW Project gross floor area (excluding parking): BEFORE: less than 50,000 sq.ft. NOW: less than 250,000 sq.ft. BEFORE: 50,000-500,000 sq.ft. NOW: 250,000-499,999 sq.ft. BEFORE: more than 500,000 sq.ft. NOW: 500,000-749,999 sq.ft. Expedite review (reduce from 20-25 business days to 10-12, available based on GBCI review capacity)

$ 2,750

$ 2,250

$ 0.068/sf

$ 0.057/sf

$ 0.055/sf

$ 0.045/sf

$ 0.066/sf

$ 0.055/sf

$ 27,500

$ 22,500

$ 0.060/sf

$ 0.050/sf

+ $ 10,000

+ $ 10,000

SPLIT REVIEW: DESIGN Project gross floor area (excluding parking): BEFORE: less than 50,000 sq.ft. NOW: less than 250,000 sq.ft. BEFORE: 50,000-500,000 sq.ft. NOW: 250,000-499,999 sq.ft. BEFORE: more than 500,000 sq.ft. NOW: 500,000-749,999 sq.ft. Expedite review (reduce from 20-25 business days to 10-12, available based on GBCI review capacity)

$ 2,250

$ 2,000

$ 0.055/sf

$ 0.047/sf

$ 0.045/sf

$ 0.04/sf

$ 0.053/sf

$ 0.045/sf

$ 22,500

$ 20,000

$ 0.049/sf

$ 0.041/sf

+ $ 5,000

+ $ 10,000

SPLIT REVIEW: CONSTRUCTION Project gross floor area (excluding parking): BEFORE: less than 50,000 sq.ft. NOW: less than 250,000 sq.ft. BEFORE: 50,000-500,000 sq.ft. NOW: 250,000-499,999 sq.ft. BEFORE: more than 500,000 sq.ft. NOW: 500,000-749,999 sq.ft. Expedite review (reduce from 20-25 business days to 10-12, available based on GBCI review capacity)

$ 750

$ 500

$ 0.018/sf

$ 0.016/sf

$ 0.015/sf

$ 0.01/sf

$ 0.018/sf

$ 0.015/sf

$ 7,500

$ 5,000

$ 0.016/sf

$ 0.014/sf

+ $ 5,000

+ $ 10,000

Complex credits

$ 800/credit

$ 800/credit

All other credits

$ 500/credit

$ 500/credit

+ $ 500/credit

+ $ 500/credit

$ 220/credit

$ 220/credit

APPEALS

Expedite review (reduce from 20-25 business days to 10-12, available based on GBCI review capacity) FORMAL INQUIRIES Project CIRs

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BERDE v2

2. BERDE v2

Philippine Green Building Council launched its latest rating tool, BERDE v2.0.0. in November 2017. Building Philippine Green Building Council launched its latest rating tool, BERDE v2.0.0. in November 2017. for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence was first released in 2010. After 3 years, it was replaced by Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence was first released in 2010. After 3 years, it was BERDE v1.1.0 which has nine rating systems to accommodate different building types. replaced by BERDE v1.1.0 which has ninedesigned rating systems designed to accommodate different building types.

Projects which registered prior the launch of the new version gets to choose whether to pursue the new which registered prior the launch of the new version gets to choose whether to pursue the new version orProjects retain v1.1.0. In contrast, projects which registered after the launch may only use BERDE v2.0.0. version or retain v1.1.0. In contrast, projects which registered after the launch may only use BERDE v2.0.0.

haveobserved been observed on the new version.The The requirements requirements areare more specific for each SignificantSignificant changeschanges have been on the new version. more specific for each Stage of submission, points are awarded based on threshold,and and structure structure of of each credit has been stage of submission, points are awarded based on threshold, each credit has been modified. modified.

The tabulation below compares the previous and current BERDE The tabulation below compares the previous and current BERDEversions. versions.

The reviewThe process for certifying projects seeking BERDE certification has also improved. The rating systems review process for BERDE certifying projects has also improved. The rating systems and user guide and user guide are accessible in theOnline BERDE Online website. has the alsoBERDE launched the BERDE are accessible in the BERDE website. PhilGBC hasPhilGBC also launched File Portal where File Portal where submission and are uploaded downloaded. Nevertheless, Arcadis submission andreview review reports reports are uploaded and and downloaded. Nevertheless, Arcadis sees these sees these improvements necessary since BERDE activities have been steadily increasing. increasing. improvements necessary since BERDE activities have been steadily

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The Most Notable LEED Projects of Arcadis Arcadis has worked on some of the most notable sustainable developments based on various criteria since green buildings started to rise in 2008. Here are some of the earliest, biggest, and greenest LEED buildings you will find today.

The Highest Points Earned during LEED Certification

The Largest Certified LEED Buildings (based on LEED GFA) Rank

Size

Projects

Rating system

3rd

84,984 m2

BDO Corporate Center Ortigas

LEED NC

6th

76,283 m2

Arya Residences

LEED NC

8th

66,280 m2

Zuellig Building

LEED CS

10th

42,900 m2

Filinvest Axis Tower One

LEED CS

Commercial Interiors Rank

Points

CI 2009

1st

88

Unilever Bayanihan Project

4th

84

HSBC New Alabang 7th Flr Office

Core and Shell

The Earliest Certified LEED Buildings Rank Certification Date Projects

Rank

Points

CS 2.0

1st

45

Zuellig Building

36 Sun Life Financial Philippine HQ Points CS 2009

th 6Rank

Certification October 2012Date

Projects Sun Life Financial Philippine HQ

2nd Rank

th 6th 7Rank

Certification October 2012 2012Date October

Projects Sun Life Financial Philippine Aegis People Support in CebuHQ

1st

83

Pioneer House CDO

th 7th 86

October 2012 November 2012

Sun Life Financial Philippine HQ Aegis People Support in Cebu The Mind Museum in Taguig

3rd

70

Menarco Tower

th 8th 97

October 2012 November 2012 January 2013

Aegis People Support ininCebu The Mind Museum in Taguig MWC Rodriguez WTPP NCR

8 9th

November 2012 January 2013

The Mind Museum in Taguig MWC Rodriguez WTPP in NCR

Rank

Points

EB 2009

9th

January 2013

MWC Rodriguez WTPP in NCR

2nd

65

SC Johnson and Son Inc Office

Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance

New Construction

Cost and Payback Periods Although LEED buildings gain prestige and have their own sets of advantages, there are associated costs which developers have to consider before deciding to go ‘green’.

Rank

Points

NC 2.2

1st

43

Arya Residences

2nd

41

The Mind Museum

3rd

40

Aegis People Support Center – Cebu

Payback Period

10 +

Platinum Gold Silver Certified

Years

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5

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Construction Cost Platinum Gold Silver Certified

% Premium

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THOUGHT PAPERS Thought Papers are articles written by members of ES to spread awareness and share our insights on green building concepts and news. Past articles included green roofs (August 2010), flood control (June 2013), and energy efficiency ratio (March 2016). The three latest and most relevant articles released in 2017 have been republished in the hopes of sparking action from leading industry leaders in supporting the green movement.

Choosing Your

Project Certification Green buildings (GB) have grown to become an established and widely-promoted response to the global focus on environmental issues such as global warming and climate change. Various GB councils and organizations have developed their programs to address social, environmental and financial aspects framed around either a local or global context. Over the past ten years, the Philippines has seen a steady increase in commitment to the green building program.

Green Building Projects - Philippines

As the popularity of green buildings has risen in the Philippines, so has the number of green building accreditation options. Locally, Arcadis has worked on some of the most renowned and innovative projects which were certified under Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE), and WELL Building Standard (WELL). While all programs share a common purpose, there are some differences. Each program has a set of rating systems that cater to different building types or life stage, so it’s always best to seek professional advice for your specific situation before making any decisions. Rating systems also vary in the way they give credit for addressing different aspects of a green building. We have gathered our experience as the leading green building consultant in Philippines to share a side-by-side comparison of the GB programs pursued by Arcadis projects:

Green Building Program Comparison Program

Measure

LEED Launched in 1999 by the US Green Building Council (USGBC). Globally recognized. Aligned to international standards.

BERDE Launched in 2010 by the Philippine Green Building Council (PHILGBC). Nationally recognized. Aligned to international standards and local legislation.

WELL Launched in 2014 by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI ). Globally recognized. Aligned to international standards.

Focus

Whole building Whole building sustainability Occupant health, wellbeing, sustainability with emphasis with emphasis on land use and comfort. on energy conservation – and ecology. use reduction, system efficiency, energy recovery, and renewable energy.

Popularity with Arcadis clients *Projects in PH only as of June 2018

Arcadis has managed 65 out Arcadis has managed 8 out of Arcadis it consultant to the of 296 registered and 35 registered and certified first and currently the only certified LEED projects. project in PH to pursue WELL. BERDE projects.

Certification fees

Registration fee: Fixed Review fee: Based on project size Sample: New Construction project (Non-member) Registration fee: $1,500 Review fee (Split Review): For 5,000 sqm GFA – approx. $3,390 For 50,000 sqm GFA – approx. $29,600

Registration fee: Fixed Review fee: Based on project size Sample: New Construction project (Non-member) Registration fee: approx. $1,000 Review fee: For 5,000 sqm GFA – approx. $6,500 For 50,000 sqm GFA – approx. $65,000

Cost drivers *Varies on project size, scope of work, and target certification level

LEED cost premium typically ranges from 2%10% of the total construction cost.

WELL cost premium typically While most strategies are similar with LEED, some ranges from 1%-5% of the requirements are not as total construction cost. stringent which allow for less expensive compliance options. Although it is likely to increase soft costs if specialty consultants are considered.

Benefits to stakeholders

While the program has a holistic approach in defining green buildings, energy and water savings are the primary metrics used as benchmark to measure building performance. This translates to financial savings as resource consumption is reduced.

Generally, the program potentially lessens human exposure to pollution across different categories. With more green space, alternative transportation options, and separate criteria for building emissions, it improves overall environmental impact for the building occupants.

Registration and review fees: Based on project size Sample: New Construction project (Non-member) For 5,000 sqm GFA – Registration fee: $6,500 Review fee: approx. $31,204 For 50,000 sqm GFA – Registration fee: $10,000 Review fee: approx. $308,240

As the program is tailored to benefit the occupants, building provisions boasts to improve the overall performance of the employees that results to higher productivity. This translates to better revenues which allow building owners to charge a rent or lease premium upon their tenants.

The strategy and object of the sustainability goals for your specific project will be a key input to the program you decide. At Arcadis, we are pleased to offer support in the choice and processing of any of these certifications, in addition to GB programs used by other GB organizations within and outside of the Philippines.

THE GREEN BUILDING CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES OVERVIEW

Energy Efficiency

The GB code provides a framework for acceptable set of standards for sound environmental and resource management. It aims to improve the efficiency of building performance, counter harmful gasses responsible for effects of climate change and pushes for efficient use of resources, site, design, construction, maintenance without significant increase in cost.

COVERAGE & APPLICATION The code applies to all new construction or alterations of buildings with the following classifications and minimum total gross floor area (see page 4)

The adoption of efficient practices, designs, methods and technologies that reduce energy consumption resulting in cost savings. Guidelines for building envelope, natural ventilation, building envelope color, roof insulation, mechanical systems and electrical systems are provided to achieve this. Building Envelope Buildings must be planned and designed with specific details to ensure that air tightness is maximized. Window to Wall Ratio (WWR) needs to be balanced with the amount of daylight and radiative heat allowed through the glazing area. Natural Ventilation Operable windows or balcony door shall be provided in regularly occupied spaces. Building Envelope Color The use of light colored building envelope, particularly on the roof to reduce heat transfer from the outside to the inside.

6 Areas of Focus:

Energy Efficiency 1

Indoor Environmental Quality

Materials Sustainability

Roof Insulation Buildings shall be provided with roof insulation so that the average thermal resistance value (R-Value) of the roof is at least R-8. Mechanical Systems The cooling equipment shall meet or exceed the minimum efficiency requirements as set in the 2010 PSVARE standards. Electrical System Applicable buildings shall comply with the minimum performance requirements for lighting power density (LPD) as per the 2010 PSVARE Standards. This also includes installation of occupancy sensors in common areas.

Indoor Environmental Quality The code also requires buildings to comply with the minimum fresh air rates, placement of no smoking signs and in general, an adoption of efficient design and operation practices that take into consideration the building enviroment to improve occupant health, productivity and safety.

Materials Sustainability Pertains to all matters related to resource efficiency and material selection and use with the least impact on the environment. The code prohibits the use of toxic materials that could cause sick building syndrome that can lead to building related illness. It also requires that materials such as paints, coatings, adhesive and sealants should not contain Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) or be within levels tolerable to humans, and that composite wood shall not have urea formaldehyde content.

Solid Waste Management A materials recovery facility (MRF) shall be provided for collection and segregation of solid waste materials. Solid containers shall be provided for at least 4 types of wastes (compostable, nonrecyclable, recyclable and special waste). Hospitals should have isolated bins to avoid contamination. The MRF should also adhere to the minimum daily storage space requirement provided by DENR.

Site Sustainability The adoption of planning, design, construction and operation of practices that minimize the adverse impact of buildings on ecosystems and water resources. It requires that site protection be in place at the start of construction. Clearing, grading and excavation shall be properly planned to mitigate pollution caused by erosion and sedimentation. It also pushes for the inclusion of green areas or landscape areas, requiring a minimum of 50% of unpaved surface area to be vegetated with indigenous and adaptable species.

Water Efficiency Implementation of efficient practices, plan, design, materials, fixtures, equipment and methods (water management & water recycling) that reduce water consumption. This includes the collection of rainwater from roofs and hardscape as well as recycling of water from sewage treatment plants for non-potable purposes.

Cebu Exchange

Site Sustainability

Solid Waste Management

Water Efficiency

ArthaLand Corporation & Cebu Lavana Land Corporation

Original release date: 21-Feb-2017

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The Philippine Green Building Code (also known as the “GB Code”) was first launched in June 2015. ItBUILDING is a referral code thePHILIPPINES National Building Code. The Department of Public Works and THE GREEN CODE OFtoTHE Highways (DPWH) with support from International Finance Corporation (IFC) and PhilippineGreen GreenBuilding Building Initiative (PGBI),as developed the GB Code. Meanwhile, The Philippine Code (also known the "GB code") was launched in Junethe 2015. It is a enforcement of these codes is through an office of the DPWH, the National Building Code supplemental code to the National Building Code. The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Development Office (NBCDO). IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is a strong advocate with support from International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Philippine Green Building Initiative (PGBI), for green building market transformation through advisory work on regulations, financing developed theinvestments GB Code. Meanwhile, thecapacity enforcement of these codes is through an as office of the DPWH, through and lending, building for professionals as well EDGE the National Building CodePGBI, Development Office (NBCDO). IFC, a member of the World Group, is a certification system. a non-profit group of professional associations, is the Bank exclusive stronglocal advocate for green building market transformation through advisory work on regulations, financing partner designated by IFC to implement EDGE and has supported the DPWH in the through investments andawareness lending, capacity buildingon forthe professionals as well as EDGE certification system. conduct of public and education Code.

PGBI, a non-profit group of professional associations, is the exclusive local partner designated by IFC to implement EDGE and has supported the DPWH in the conduct of public awareness and education on the EFFECTIVITY Code. The GB Code was published in a national newspaper first week of December 2015 and in January 2016. Projects that were not able to secure building permits before this time are EFFECTIVITY subject to the implementation of the code.

The GB Code wasBuilding published in adoes national newspaper first week December 2015 andHowever, in January 2016. The Green Code not apply to buildings builtofbefore its effectivity. when alterations, additions, conversions and renovations of existing buildings constructed Projects that were not able to secure building permits before this time are subject to the implementation of theafter code.the code’s effectivity are to be made, the whole building will be subject to applicable provisions.

The Green Building Code does not apply to buildings built before its effectivity. However, when alterations, CONCLUSION additions, conversions and renovations of existing buildings constructed after the code’s effectivity are to be made, the whole building will be subject to applicable provisions.

It is interesting to note that Green Building was initiated before the release of the GB Code by a few local government units. As early as 2009, Quezon City had put together an ordinance that was meant to establish and maintain energy efficiency and mitigate the CONCLUSION impacts of construction on the environment. The City of Mandaluyong, on the other hand, released and implemented a Green Building Ordinance back in 2014. These different It is interesting note Green Building was initiated the release theorGB Code by few local ordinancestoare all that related to the GB Code and havebefore contributed one of way another to athe government units. As early as 2009, Quezon City had put together an ordinance that was meant to estransition to green and responsible building in the country. These pioneering cities paved the tablish and energy efficiency and mitigate the of GB construction on the environment. The way formaintain the formalization of a comprehensive andimpacts inclusive Code.

City of Mandaluyong, on the other hand, released and implemented a Green Building Ordinance back AfterThese the official start are of implementation the GB January 2016, also to the in 2014. ordinances related to the GBofCode andCode haveincontributed one other way orcities another begantotogreen implement the GB Code or local city ordinance. City published their Green transition and responsible building in the country. ThesePasig pioneering cities paved the way for the Building city in March 2016 andGB already formalization of a ordinance comprehensive and inclusive Code. have a few projects being reviewed for compliance. Outside of Metro Manila in April 2016, Mandaue City in Cebu had gone full blast in the strict implementation of the Mandaue Code, their own interpretation of Green Building Afterwith the official start of implementation of the GB Code in January 2016, other cities also began to imsimilarities to the GB code. They currently require BERDE Certification, one of the local plement the GB Code or local city ordinance. Pasig City published their Green Building city ordinance in Green Building rating systems, for all new buildings in their city.

March 2016 and already have a few projects being reviewed for compliance. Outside of Metro Manila in AprilClimate 2016, Mandaue City environmental in Cebu had gone full blast inare thepressing strict implementation of the Mandaue change and degradation issues faced not only by the Code, but by the of entire world. The with timesimilarities has come for change. For They local currently government units, theircountry, own interpretation Green Building to the GB code. require BERDE building one owners, developers, architectural firms, andbuildings other related fields, Certification, of the local Greencontractors, Building rating systems, for all new in their city. this can come in the form of responsible design and construction. It is essential that people from different fields industries degradation work together reach aissues unified endnot goal: thebyprotection and Climate change and and environmental aretopressing faced only the country, but by preservation of the natural environment.

the entire world. The time has come for change. For local government units, building owners, developers, contractors, architectural and other fields, this can come the form ofordinance responsible design Any party in need of firms, assistance in therelated implementation of the GBin Code or city may and construction. It is essential that people from different fields and industries work together to reach a contact Arcadis Philippines, Inc. An expert in the Green Building industry with experience in unified end goal: the protection andArcadis preservation the naturalservices environment. various green rating systems, offers of consultancy to help teams and individuals go beyond mere requirements to deliver exceptional outcomes and create sustainable solutions.

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Energy Performance of Buildings Energy Performance of Buildings

In 2013, the Philippines was dubbed the Asia’s Rising Tiger by the World Bank as a testament to the country’s growing commercial sector. Consequently, the region’s economic growth had shown rapid increase in its energy consumption which amounted to almost a quarter of the total In 2013, the Philippines was dubbed the Asia’s Rising Tiger by the World Bank as a testament energy produced . The relative increase in the cost of electricity had been felt by all stakeholders to the country’s growing commercial sector. Consequently, the region’s economic growth had – government, building owners, and tenants – which amplified the call for sustainable developshown rapid increase in its energy consumption which amounted to almost a quarter of the total ment and green buildings. energy produced . The relative increase in the cost of electricity had been felt by all stakeholders – government, building owners, and tenants – which amplified the call for sustainable development and green buildings.

Energy is a key aspect of a green building whose savings can be primarily obtained by reducing its demand, improving its efficiency, and Energy is recovery a key aspect of the a green building whose used savings be integrating within system. One metric to can evaluate primarily obtained by its demand, improving its efficiency, and energy performance is reducing by measuring the buildings’ Energy Use Intensity integrating recovery within the system. One metric used to evaluate (EUI) which is defined by ASHRAE as “an expression of the annual energyused performance is by to measuring Use Intensity energy or calculated be used the by abuildings’ building Energy or building space per (EUI) which is defined by ASHRAE as “an expression of the annual unit of gross floor area”. It is calculated by dividing the total energy energy used or calculated to be used by a building or building space per consumed by the building in one year by its total gross floor area. unit of gross It is calculated dividing theand total energy Generally, a lowfloor EUI area”. signifies good energy by performance is affected consumed by the building in one year by its total gross floor area. by space use, occupancy and operation schedule, system equipment, Generally, a low Tiger EUI signifies energy performance and is affected 3, the Philippines was dubbed the Asia’s Rising by thegood World Bank as a testament and other factors. by space use, occupancy and operation schedule, system equipment, country’s growing commercial sector. Consequently, the region’s economic growth had and other factors.

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Energy Star, a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency voluntary program, has a database of EUI for various space types. Some of the common types of occupancy shown below:Protection Agency voluntary program, Energy Star, a U.S.are Environmental has a database of EUI for various space types. Some of the common types of occupancy are shown below: Space Type / Primary Function: Star, a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency voluntary program, with theirEnergy corresponding Energy Use Intensity (EUI) has a database of EUI for various space types. Some of the common types Space Type / Primary Function: of occupancy are shown below:(EUI) with their corresponding Energy Use Intensity Space TypeEntertainment/ / Primary Function:

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Energy Star’s 212 kWh/m ² foramounted office rapid increase infaritsfrom energy which to almost a quarter of the total Locally, Building forconsumption Ecologically Responsive Designspaces. Excellence (BERDE), a recognized green building program, assumes the baseline EUI at of 200electricity kWh/m² forhad buildings with aby 12-hr operation, which is not producedLocally, . The relative increase in the cost been felt all stakeholders Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE), a recognized green building far from Energy Star’s 212 kWh/m ² for office spaces. the call for sustainable developrnment, building and tenants – 200 which amplified program, owners, assumes the baseline EUI at kWh/m² for buildings with a 12-hr operation, which is not far from Energy Star’s 212 kWh/m ² for office spaces. nd green buildings. Worship Facility Convenience Stores Mercantile Hotel / Residential

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Energy Modeling

The energy performance a building can Energy be assessed through The energy performance of a building can be of assessed through Modeling, a virtual simulation that projects the annual energy consumption of a building. It is a strategy best Energy Modeling, a virtual simulation that projects the annuused at the pre-design and design stages to optimize the selection of building components al energy consumption of a building. It is a strategy best used and systems with a goal of reducing the overall energy consumption during operation. The at factors the pre-design andEUI design stages to with optimize the selection simulation uses the affecting the as inputs, along the building’s geometry, of building components and systems with a goal of reducing orientation, and local weather file. the overall energy consumption during operation. The simula-

Tradeoffs betweention energy-efficient building systems can also assessed through uses the factors affecting the EUI asbe inputs, along with energy the modeling. For example, a building having EER 13 HVAC equipment and 20% lighting power building’s geometry, orientation, and local weather file. reduction may have the same savings as a building having EER 11 HVAC and 40% lighting power, or a building with EER 11, 30% lighting power, and double-glazed façade. These tradeoffs are usually considered with theenergy-efficient corresponding premium highly-efficient Tradeoffs between buildingforsystems can also building components as some are more cost-effective than others.

While green buildings t have 20 – 25% lower E conducted by Arcadi an average EUI of 1 for LEED-certified offic within the country. T translates to about 32 reduction to the BERDE Php92.9M saved on el bills, 33,000 GJ of e and 6.53M metric ton emissions (equal to 1 new trees planted).

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ith almost 300 registered and certified projects in the Philippines (and counting), LEED has penetrated ith about 150 registered projects in the Philippines and counting, LEED the local green building industry as it proved to be an international market leader in setting the new has penetrated the local green building industry as it proved to be an standard among new construction projects in the country. It has evolved to embrace the changing international market leader in setting the new standard among new and advancing demands globally throughout the years, integrating new technologies from industry leaders and construction projects in the country. It has evolved to embrace the changing and professionals of various market sectors. Its pilot version was released in 1999, and after 14 years, the fourth advancing demands globally throughout the years, integrating new technologies major revamp of the LEED program was launched in 2013. This gained a lot of response, both praise and from industry leaders and professionals of various market sectors. Its pilot version criticism, as it really pushed the limits of adopting new market standards. The controversy has pushed USGBC to was released in 1999, and after 14 years, the fourth major revamp of the LEED hold back and allow projects to register for LEED v3 (aka LEED 2009) until the end of October 2016.

program was launched in 2013. This gained a lot of response, both praise and criticism, as it projects really pushed of adopting new market standards. Today, all building pursuing the LEEDlimits certification will be registered under LEED v4 ratingThe systems. Arcadis controversy has pushed USGBC to hold back and allow projects to register for assessment had experienced submitting LEED v4 projects for certification reviews and found the level of review LEED V3,similar. aka LEED 2009, until end of October 2016. to be fairly However, focusing onthe prerequisite and credit requirements, this paper will answer questions such as “How different is LEED v3 to v4?” and “How difficult is it to pursue LEED v4?” New challenges are Today, all pursuing LEED certification be registered under the LEED V4 discussed to projects give an overview and help set expectations onwill the new global standard for green buildings.

rating systems. In response to that, this paper tackles questions like “How different is LEED V3 to V4?” and “How difficult is it to pursue LEED V4?” New challenges are discussed to give an overview and help set expectations on the new global standard for green buildings.

Original release date: 03-Jul-2017

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LEED Prerequisites New prerequisites been introduced in the LEED v4in rating systems. For example, LEED v4 for New New have prerequisites have been introduced the LEED V4 rating systems. For example, LEED Construction rating system now has 12 Prerequisites compared to LEED v3 where it only had MostV3 of the V4 for New Construction rating system now has 12 Prerequisites compared to 8. LEED requirements where for theitnew prerequisites have been derived from previous LEED Credits, hence, are not only had 8. Most of the requirements for the new prerequisites have been derived completely new to project teams LEEDhence, experience. The next tablenew shows a quickteams summary new from previous LEEDwith Credits, are not completely to project withofLEED prerequisites for LEED-NC v4. experience. The next table shows a quick summary of new prerequisites for LEED-NC V4.

New LEED-NC V4 Prerequisites

New LEED-NC v4 Credits

Requirements and Changes from LEED v3

Outdoor Water Use Reduction

WATER EFFICIENCY (WE)

RequirementsBuilding-Level & Changes from LEEDwater V3use by 30% or no Requires a reduction in landscape Outdoor Water Use Reduction Water Metering WATER EFFICIENCY permanent irrigation after 2 years of establishment

landscape water useto bybe 30% usingof EPA’s Building-Level WaterRequires Meteringa reduction inRequires each project capable measuring whole WaterSense Water Budget building waterTool use of no irrigation Requires each project to be capable of measuring whole building water use ENERGY & ATMOSPHERE Building-Level Energy Metering

Building-Level Energy Metering ERGY & ATMOSPHERE

Requires each project to be capable of measuring while building energy use

Requires each project to be capable of measuring while building energy use MATERIALS & RESOURCES

Construction and Demolition Waste Management Planning

Construction and Demolition Waste Management Planning

ing TERIALS & RESOURCES

Requires setting a project target for waste management and reporting waste diversion rates

Requires setting a project target for waste management and reporting waste diversion rates

LEED Credits

New prerequisites have been introduced in the LEED V4 rating systems. For example, LE V4 for New Construction rating system now has 12 Prerequisites compared to LEED V3 where it only had 8. Most of the requirements for the new prerequisites have been deriv from previous LEED Credits, hence, are not completely new to project teams with LEED experience. The next table shows a quick summary of new prerequisites for LEED-NC V4

Changes have been made to introduce new categories and credits for most LEED v4 rating systems. For example, transportation-related credits have been taken out the Sustainable Sites category and moved to a new category named Location and Transportation. Several credits have also been renamed which help indicate that new requirements have been included in LEED v4.

Requirements & Changes from LEED V3

Among all other categories, the Material and Resources category have had major changes with the introduction of product-related requirements under the sub-category, Building Product Disclosure Optimization, particularly in New Construction and Commercial Interior rating systems. The new requirements along with the Requires a reduction water use by 30% EPA’s referenced standards have been found most challenginginaslandscape developers and manufacturers haveusing only started Watera summary Budget of Tool no irrigation to recognize the newly-required productWaterSense certifications. Here’s newof LEED-NC v4 Credits.

NEW LEED-NC V4 Credits Integrative Process

TEGRATIVE PROCESS New LEED-NC v4 Credits Requirements and Changes from LEED Requires each project to be capable of measuring whole building waterv3 use INTEGRATIVE PROCESS (IP)

Derived from LEED pilot credits; Preliminary analyses of energy and water usage are required to be conducted and documented as early as the schematic design phase

LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION (LT)

LEED for Neighborhood Development Location Gives project teams a streamlined path to earn LT points; the project only Requires each project to be capable of measuring while qualifies if located in a LEED-ND certified site building energy use

LEED for Neighborhood Development Location SUSTAINABLE SITES (SS)

TION & TRANSPORTATION

Site Assessment

Encourages early analysis of site conditions to inform design; derived from the LEED pilot credits

WATER EFFICIENCY (WE) Outdoor Water Use Reduction Cooling Tower Water Use

a reduction in landscape water use by 50% using EPA’s Requires setting aRequires project target management WaterSense Water Budgetfor Toolwaste of no irrigation Site Assessment and reporting waste diversion rates Projects must conduct a one-time potable water analysis, and calculate the number of cooling tower cycles

USTAINABLE SITES Water Metering

Rewards projects for submetering at least two water end uses

ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE (EA)

Meters must be connected to the building automation system and log Outdoor Water Use Reduction data at appropriate intervals

Advanced Energy Metering

Encourages projects to design and install systems necessary to

participate in a demand response program Cooling Tower Water Use

Demand Response MATERIALS AND RESOURCES (MR)

Water Metering

Building Product Disclosure and Optimization WATER EFFICIENCY

Rewards the use of products with Environmental Product Declarations; All nonmotorized MEP components can now be included

Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Sourcing of Raw Materials

Rewards the use of products from manufacturers that have provided information on land use practices, extraction locations, labor practices, etc.

– Environmental Product Declarations

Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Material Ingredients

INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (IEQ) NERGY & ATMOSPHERE Interior Lighting Acoustic Performance

Advanced Energy Metering

Rewards the use of products with ingredient reporting in programs like Health Product Declaration, Cradle 2 Cradle, and others

Demand Response

Incorporates control requirements of three lighting levels; Additional compliance path addressing lighting quality Encourages occupants’ well-being, productivity, and communications

Building Product throughDisclosure effective acoustic and design.Optimization – Environmental Product Declarations

LEED-NC V4 Credits LEED-NC V4 Credits LEED-NC V4 Credits

With the new credits combined with some changes inOptimization existing credits, LEED v4 is indeed very Rewards the use of products Building Product Disclosure and – challenging and undoubtedly the boldest of all the LEED versions to-date. It has proven to be an influential Decla Material Ingredients MATERIALS & RESOURCES Rewards theofuse of produ Rewards the use products w Building Disclosure and Optimization – Product Disclosure and Optimization – driver that pushes the marketBuilding to take theProduct big leap towards sustainability in all aspects. It has set the bar D Declara Material Ingredients Material Ingredients & RESOURCESthe set of standards to redefine a green building across the globe. MATERIALS RESOURCES highMATERIALS by&establishing Interior Lighting

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SEMINARS and EVENTS and Arcadis values health and safety and provides focused training for staff.

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ast 7th to 8th of June 2018, Arcadis Philippines held a seminar on Occupational First Aid and Basic Life Support Training by the local Health and Safety team headed by Patricia Garcia. It was conducted by 2 resident volunteers from the Philippine Red Cross namely Enard Cantano and Michelle Baptista. The training was attended by a total of 16 new members of the Arcadis Emergency Response team with 2 members from ES. The participants learned about assessing patients for first aid, legal concerns of giving treatment, risk and hazards in performing first aid, types of injuries, and basic life support, including when to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR. The program included lectures and exams, both theoretical and practical, to fully understand the principles and basics in giving first aid. After passing the exams, all participants were granted their certificates which will be valid for 2 years not only to attend to the needs of Arcadis office but even of the Philippine Red Cross. This seminar supports the Arcadis H&S goals to ensure that employees are well-equipped to handle emergency situations.

Employees of Arcadis who participated in the seminar together with the Red Cross facilitators.

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ennis Rodriguez and Ronald Cadapan of ES were given the opportunity to participate in the 2-day Construction Site Safety Training from 13th to 14th March 2018. The training program was developed and facilitated by the Arcadis Regional Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) Team headed by Ken Butler and was held at the Site Skills Training Facility in Clark, Pampanga. Over 50 Arcadis personnel from across 10 Asian countries attended the event. The training focused on key topics that highlighted different scenarios most prone to hazards on different stages of construction. These include: • Excavation • Working at heights • Confined spaces • Electricity • Asbestos-containing materials

There was a lot of technical and practical information that was shared such as the right response to electrical hazards, importance of grounding, and the legal compliance of meeting label requirements. The diverse group was divided into 4 separate teams which allowed them to share and exchange knowledge. They were also given the chance to share knowledge based on their experiences across different countries. Arcadis plans to hold these trainings continuously throughout the year to provide more opportunities for Arcadians to grow and be a consistent leader in Health and Safety.

Top of page: resident electrical instructor discussing practical tips for site safety; Bottom of page: Participants of the Construction Safety Training pose for a photo outside Site Skills Training Facility in Clark, Pampanga; Center Right: grinding activity was observed where both correct and incorrect practices were noted.

Asia

Conference 2017

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ast August 16-21, 2017, three Arcadians from ES got the chance to participate in the Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) Asia Conference 2017 in Sydney, Australia together with about 600 other delegates from all around the world. The HPAIR Conference is a bi-annual event hosted by the Harvard University Faculty of Arts and Sciences that started in 1991. The conference is meant to “provide a dynamic forum of exchange on international issues vital to Asia, foster long-term relationships among young leaders from around the globe, and finally to connect delegates with various society leaders and professionals� as stated in their website. Alex Aldaba, Cyruz Mendez, and Jude Tadeo joined the Environment and Sustainability Track and learned about various environmental concerns faced by the world. Among the speakers and panelists were David Ritter, CEO of Greenpeace Australia Pacific, Dr. Brad Bass, 2007 co-recipient of Nobel Peace Prize, and Dr. Charlie Hargroves, Sustainable Development Fellow. Arcadis encourages their employees to go beyond the workplace and gain experience through activities and events such as the HPAIR Conference. Jude, Cyruz, and Alex together with Dr. Brad Bass, 2007 co-recipient of Nobel Peace Prize

Night shot of the Sydney Opera House

September 21-23 2017, SMX Convention Center Manila, SM Mall of Asia Complex

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n 2017, John Carlo Vargas visited the product expo of Green Construct 2017 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. As expected, there were a lot of new technologies to discover, different people and roles in the construction industry to meet, and most importantly, practical knowledge on how to apply sustainable strategies effectively in green building projects. The 3-day event was held from 21 to 23 September 2017 focusing on various products, including renewable energy technologies, structural materials, architectural finishes, and a lot more. The technical information serves as good read for ES to expand their database when reviewing product specifications for material approvals.

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n October 2017, Joel Jude Tadeo was invited to be a technical speaker in the PSME 65th National Convention at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. The seminar focused on his paper entitled “Energy Performance� which earned the attendants corresponding CPD points. The focus of the talk was about how energy modeling is applied to achieve energy use reduction of a project building. The convention aimed to share knowledge and provide a venue to create networks among mechanical engineers in the country.

In November 2017, Joel Jude Tadeo was invited again to conduct a seminar on sustainability at Saint Louis University in Baguio City. The talk focused on three topics which include (1) Updates on climate change, (2) Energy modeling, and, (3) LEED green building program.

Jude joined by Engr. Jeff Duran and officers of the PSME Jr. SLU Chapter

LEED kick-off meeting for a P&G building project together with Takenaka project team in their Osaka Office held in January 2018. Attendants from ES included Carla Cruz and Roger Sarmiento.

Filinvest celebrates a milestone with the One Filinvest groundbreaking ceremony held in Ortigas CBD last June 2017. Arch. Carla Cruz attended the event as representative of Arcadis.

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ast 31 May 2018 at the I’M Hotel in Makati City, Arcadis Philippines, Inc. held their semi-annual Town Hall Meeting. It was during this meeting that the Environmental and Sustainability team was recognized for winning the Together We Are Arcadians award. This award recognized efforts in improving the health, wellbeing and development of their people through the introduction of recognition programs, social and sports activities, and engagement with regional Arcadis activities. As such, they created an environment of pride in their team resulting in improved performance.

Top of page: ES receives prize on stage during the Arcadis Town Hall event; below: 12 of the 13 team members pose for a photo

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s quoted from one of the Team Leaders, Maria Adelle Elma: “When we recognize people’s contribution, we create an environment where people are satisfied and proud of their work thus helping improve quality of life. With the acknowledgement received by the team and with the opportunity to take positions in various office committees, we contribute to a sustainable future by taking the responsibility to become role models and engage colleagues to embody the company’s core values.”

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