sustainable future , and we are proud of the project team ’ s efforts . This achievement will inspire us to continue developing innovative solutions that contribute towards a greener , healthier , and more sustainable built environment .”
A notable achievement that contributed to the certification was the formation of the GSSAAP Team , consisting of five professional team members and four members from the main contractor . This team ’ s successful completion
of the online Green Star New Buildings course showcases the project ’ s commitment to fostering knowledge and expertise in sustainable building practices , and allowed the team to optimise the project ’ s sustainability features and performance .
Under the Green Star tool , the project targeted an Innovation point for Financial Transparency and has completed calculations , which indicate that the Green Building Cost Premiums are as little as 2.65 %.
To guarantee an indoor environment conducive to user wellbeing and productivity , a direct visual connection to the external environment was provided for 86 % of the Office Useable Area . Furthermore , a high level of thermal comfort was ensured by addressing the internal operative temperatures through modelling and ensuring they are within the ASHRAE Standard 55-2004 Acceptability Limits for at least 98 % of occupied hours .
Energy , water , and environmental initiatives implemented in the building include the following :
Reduction of Greenhouse Gas Emissions : The operational energy consumption associated with the building has been minimised to decrease its carbon footprint . An energy model was created during the design phase , allowing a comparison between the building ’ s energy performance and that of a notional building based on SANS 10400 standards . The design of the building demonstrated an improvement over the notional building model .
Individual Space Switching : To enhance flexibility and energy efficiency , each individual space or enclosed area is equipped with occupancy sensors that control the lighting , ensuring that only occupied areas are illuminated .
Energy-Efficient Office Lighting : The lighting design for the office spaces prioritises minimal
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