A building can be considered sustainable if it meets a series of requirements that guarantee its minimal environmental impact and efficient resource management. It must also have a design functioning, lasting and reachable that guarantees thermal, acoustic and light comfort under the concepts of energy efficiency and healthiness for users or residents.
Also, it must be managed with an approach holistic and balanced in the use of resources and the minimization of environmental impact. That is, building materials must be recyclable or reusable to reduce waste, they must be implemented rainwater collection systems to reduce the use of drinking water or for rainwater to seep into the soil to feed nearby wetlands. On the other hand, the building must be strategically located in order for it to be accessible to users and respect the local ecosystem.
It is worth clarifying that one of the characteristics of sustainability is the economic benefit. Therefore, green buildings are often very competitive in economic terms, because they take into account their entire life cycle. In short, it must have characteristics such as:
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It's important to consider factors such as your layout, construction and materials used. It should also be taken into account the energy efficiency, the indoor air quality, the waste management And the preservation of the natural environment.
In order to guarantee that the above is complied with, there are sustainable certifications, such as LEED or EDGE, which are certification systems that ensure that the building meets the criteria of sustainability and achieves between 20-40% energy savings. The certification —optionally— is carried out in two phases: project certification and finished building certification.
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