LEED In North Asia

The 2024 International ESG Real Estate Sustainability Summit and Greenjump's 10th Anniversary were successfully held in Taipei from June 19 to 21, attracting 1300 participants overall. As an invited international organization, the USGBC North Asia team shared their expertise during the summit.   June 19 ▷ On the first day of the summit, jing wang, Vice President of USGBC North Asia, delivered the opening speech. She briefly described the collaboration with 易境永續設計顧問有限公司 GreenJump Sustainability and expressed gratitude for their contributions to Taiwan's green building market. During the "Shared, Co-created, and Jointly Built Forum – International Standards and Local Practices" roundtable discussion, Jing reviewed the history of LEED's development and the latest market trends in Taiwan, as well as its achievements in the global market.   June 21 ▷ During the LEED Technical Course session, Becky Zhou, Sustainable Cities Program Specialist, and Shengjun Cai (remotely), Senior Manager of Market Transformation & Development, introduced the LEED for Cities & Communities rating system and provided updates on LEED v5.   ▷ In the keynote speech "REBIRTH – Building a Low-Carbon Future", Jing Wang, Azure Pan, Director of Marketing & Communications, and Becky Zhou discussed emerging trends in sustainable development, shared stories from marketing activities, and explored the evolution of LEED.   ▷ In the roundtable discussion "REBIRTH – Building the Future", Jing Wang shared her personal journey in the green building industry, reflecting on encountered challenges, opportunities, and providing advice for aspiring professionals in the field.   #LEEDinNorthAsia #greenbuildings #sustainabledevelopment #climateaction

Project Name: LOGOS Siheung Logistics Centre City: #Siheung Rating System: #LEED BD+C: Warehouses and Distribution Centers Level: Gold Certification Date: October 2024 Project Admin: EcoLead   LOGOS is a leading expert in developing property solutions tailored for clients in the logistics industry. Their first project in South Korea, the LOGOS Siheung Logistics Centre, is strategically located within the Banwol-Sihwa National Industrial Complex, a 50-minute drive from Seoul's central business district. Completed in early 2024, this facility received LEED Gold certification in October.   Spanning approximately 100,000 square meters, the LOGOS Siheung Logistics Centre is situated in an environmentally friendly industrial park known for its smart logistics systems. The green attributes of this industrial hub contributed to the project's high credits in the "Sustainable Sites" category of the LEED standard. Additionally, the centre features state-of-the-art dry and cold storage facilities equipped with advanced automation technology, addressing South Korea’s increasingly complex logistics needs.   According to LOGOS's website, ESG principles are central to the company’s business strategy, with sustainability priorities clearly outlined in their ESG framework. LOGOS takes pride in its portfolio, which includes 13 assets that have achieved green building certifications. Several of their logistics and warehousing projects in North Asia, including major logistics hubs in Suzhou and Foshan etc. in China, have also earned LEED certification, further demonstrating their commitment to sustainable development in the logistics sector.   Image source: LOGOS   #LEEDinNorthAsia #LEEDprojectdisplay #USGBC #greenbuildings #sustainabledevelopment

On October 15, jing wang, Vice President, North Asia, of our organization, was invited to the grand opening ceremony of McDonald’s Meisha Vanke Restaurant in #Shenzhen. This restaurant is located in the innovative, near-zero-carbon community "Biosphere 3 — Dameisha Vanke Center Carbon-Neutral Experiment Park". It is designed to meet #LEED Zero standards and is set to become China's first "Four LEED Zero" restaurant, achieving LEED Zero certifications for Zero Carbon, Zero Energy, Zero Waste, and Zero Water. McDonald's China continues to push the boundaries of green restaurant models, with the Meisha Vanke location leading the way. To mark this milestone, McDonald's partnered with The Pinkfong Company's Baby Shark to release a theme song and music video dedicated to the green restaurant, encouraging consumers to embrace a low-carbon lifestyle in a fun and engaging way. Amid the celebrations, Ronald McDonald was present to share the joy of this innovative opening. Since 2018, McDonald's China has built new restaurants according to LEED standards, and out of its 6,500 restaurants nationwide, over 3,300 are now LEED-certified. The Meisha Vanke Restaurant is a new benchmark of McDonald's green initiatives. It is entirely powered by solar energy from the rooftop panels in the park, resulting in near-zero carbon emissions. The restaurant also practices comprehensive waste sorting and recycling, utilizing "black soldier fly food waste treatment technology" to bio-process food waste, making it a waste-free operation. Additionally, rainwater collection and recycling systems ensure that kitchen water is reused, maintaining a zero-water footprint. The restaurant also introduced "carbon-sequestering bricks," with 23m³ of brick walls sequestering 380kg of carbon dioxide—the equivalent of what a palm tree would absorb over 37 years. During the ceremony, Jing expressed her excitement, saying, "Over the past six years, we have had the honor of witnessing McDonald’s China break new ground in sustainability. LEED Zero has become a symbol of excellence in green buildings, inspiring other environmentally conscious companies to go further. We're delighted to see consumers engage with McDonald's China's green restaurant concept, and we hope that in the future, more people will focus on sustainable buildings and adopt low-carbon living practices." #LEEDinChina #greenbuildings #netzero #sustainabledevelopment

Project Name: Alibaba Xuhui Binjiang Park D City: #Shanghai Rating System: #LEED BD+C: New Construction Level: Gold Certification Date: August 2024 Project Admin: ISA Design & Research   Alibaba's Shanghai headquarters, situated along the Xuhui Riverside next to the Huangpu River, comprises three parks, with Park D officially inaugurated in September this year. This new park redefines the traditional office environment by emphasizing open public spaces and architectural transparency, fostering a closer connection between employees, visitors, and nature. In recognition of its sustainable design, Park D received LEED Gold certification in August 2024.   Covering approximately 64,000 square meters, the design of Park D leverages genetic algorithm optimization to align the building's structure with its surroundings. This approach maximizes scenic views while fulfilling diverse functional space needs. The transparency of the building allows outsiders a view into Alibaba's operations while giving employees stunning external vistas. Multiple outdoor terraces create spaces for social gatherings and events, further enhancing the workplace experience. The integration of ventilators into the building's curtain walls ensures natural airflow, promoting a healthier and more productive working environment.   Alibaba Group, as a tech giant in China, is also a leader in sustainability. The company's 2024 ESG report highlights substantial progress in reducing carbon emissions, with a 5% year-on-year reduction in net emissions (Scopes 1 and 2), totaling 4.449 million tons for FY2024. Clean energy usage rose by 11.8% to 39%. Alibaba has also made strides in green building and community across multiple locations, with its Hangzhou Xixi Campus Park, Guangzhou SCOC South & North Tower, and Shanghai Hongqiao Center etc. all receiving LEED certifications. These achievements underscore Alibaba's ongoing commitment to sustainable development and environmental responsibility.   Image source: Archiposition   #LEEDinChina #LEEDprojectdisplay #USGBC #greenbuildings #sustainabledevelopment

On October 15, jing wang, Vice President of North Asia, of our organization, and Azure Pan, Director of Marketing & Communications, were invited to the LEED Platinum Award Ceremony of Gloryview Technology Headquarters in Guangzhou. Established in 1997, Gloryview Technology is a Shenzhen Stock Exchange-listed company, offering smart city solutions and comprehensive services in three main sectors: smart public services, integrated urban management, and smart industrial parks. Its headquarters achieved LEED ID+C Platinum certification in August 2024. During the ceremony, Jing expressed her heartfelt congratulations and gratitude. She remarked, "As a leading smart city service provider in China, Gloryview Technology has not only brought innovation and vitality to landmark projects like the Zhuhai Chimelong Spaceship but has also facilitated the LEED concept of these projects through its technology. In addition, by transforming its headquarters into a LEED-certified project, Gloryview Technology has established a prestigious example of a smart building that combines high-tech innovation with sustainability. Together, we represent two strong forces in the green building sector, working together to advance sustainable development. I look forward to deepening our collaboration and witnessing the creation of more green buildings in China." Azure followed with a presentation titled "The Power of Lifting: Sustainable Narratives of Green Buildings." She began by highlighting the current progress of LEED in China, using vivid examples of successful green building projects in Guangzhou and the Greater Bay Area. She emphasized how tech giants like Alibaba, Tencent, and Microsoft have embraced LEED, not only certifying their offices but also extending green practices to data centers and logistics facilities. Azure underscored that green buildings are not just environmentally friendly structures but also essential to building sustainable competitiveness in the business world. #LEEDinChina #greenbuildings #sustainabledevelopment #carbonneutrality

📅 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟖 | 𝟏𝟑:𝟎𝟎 – 𝟏𝟕:𝟒𝟎 📍 𝐅𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐢 🌐 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 (𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) 💰 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 🌟 Shape the Future of Sustainability at the 3rd ESG Annual Summit! 🌟 Ready to be part of the conversation driving global sustainability? On October 18, the School of Management at Fudan University and BI Norwegian Business School will present the 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭—an event that brings together top minds from academia, business, and sustainability to inspire change. This year's theme, "𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞", focuses on 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 and 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩—two essential pillars shaping tomorrow's world. jing wang, Vice President, North Asia, of our organization, will share her insights during the Green Community panel discussion. 🎤 Meet the guested speakers and panelists: · Prof. ZheYing Wu, School of Management, Fudan University · Albert Chan, Director of Development & Planning Department / Group Chief Sustainability Officer, Shui On Land · Johnny Lin, Principal, DLR Group / The American Institute of Architects (AIA) SH EXCO-ESG Committee Chair (Moderator) · Robert WU, Vice President, International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) China · Kevin Lim, Director, China Investment Partners, ARA China · Jing Wang, Vice President, North Asia, USGBC · Frank Edvard Holth Sæther, Operation Director, BI Norwegian Business School · Cheng Gong, Studio Director China, Snøhetta · Prof. Anders Dysvik, BI Norwegian Business School (Moderator) · XiaoYing Wang, Director of Sustainable Development, Ant Group / Secretary General, Ant Forest Foundation / BI-Fudan MBA Class30 · Yuzhu （Judy） G., Head of ESG Sustainability, NIO · Stephen Hauber, President & Regional Manager, tesa, Greater China · Ambroise d'Hauteville, Learning and Education Group Director APAC, Steelcase (Names in order of appearance) 🚀 Don't Miss Your Chance to Drive the Future of ESG! Join us in shaping a more sustainable world by registering now: https://lnkd.in/gCMXHVQH

📅 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟗 – 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟗 | 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 📍 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 🌐 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧 📚 𝟏𝟐 𝐂𝐄 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 (𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥) 💰 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞. If you want to apply for 12 #LEED CE hours or certificate of completion (issued by Taiwan Green Designer Workshop), either CE hours or the certificate will require NT$500. What are the new trends in net-zero buildings? Registration for the 2024 Net-Zero Building Webinar is now open: https://lnkd.in/g9ZBZTDg. The webinar has invited experts from #USGBC, Delta Electronics Foundation, Taiwan Green Collar Association, and SSDC澄毓綠建築設計顧問 Segreene Sustainable Design and Consulting (SSDC) to share on a diverse range of topics. jing wang, Vice President of USGBC North Asia, will share the development status and future trends of LEED and LEED Zero in the North Asia region, especially in the Taiwan market. Shengjun Cai, Senior Manager of Market Transformation & Development, will discuss key updates to LEED v5. In addition, instructors from the Delta Electronics Foundation and Taiwan Green Collar Association will present on topics such as net-zero buildings, green economy, circular economy, and building energy efficiency. Meet the 6 speakers: · Johnny Chen, Chairman, Taiwan Green Collar Association · Jing Wang, Vice President, North Asia, USGBC & GBCI · Shengjun Cai, Senior Manager, Market Transformation & Development, North Asia, USGBC & GBCI · Maggie Chou, Manager, R&D Department, SSDC · James Chen, Manager, Energy Management Office, Delta Electronics · Daniel Chang, General Manager, Delta Energy Inc. Registration link: https://lnkd.in/g9ZBZTDg *All courses are pre-recorded. After the course is launched, participants can watch and learn according to their own schedule. The course will be taken offline by November 16, 2024 at 23:55.

Project Name: 28 Stanley City: #HongKong Rating System: #LEED O+M: Existing Buildings Level: Gold Certification Date: September 2024 Project Admin: BeeXergy   28 Stanley is an office building completed in 2021 in Hong Kong's Central District. In September 2024, it achieved LEED Gold certification, highlighting its remarkable accomplishments in sustainability.   This 31-story building, with a certified area of 7,109 square meters, boasts an ideal location with excellent transport connectivity. Located just a 5-minute walk from Central MTR Station and 15 minutes from the Hong Kong Airport Express Station, the building is surrounded by major banks and renowned enterprises, making it a prime destination for businesses. The building's accessibility and green transportation options, along with nearby amenities, helped it earn high credits in the "Location & Transportation" category of the LEED standards. Inside, the spacious, naturally lit offices offer flexible layouts that enhance both productivity and employee well-being.   Offices play a pivotal role in Hong Kong's LEED certification landscape. As of August 2024, 216 office projects had received LEED certification, accounting for almost half of all certified projects in the city. As Hong Kong advances toward its goal of net-zero emissions by 2050, a growing number of existing office buildings are pursuing LEED O+M certification, with notable progress over the past three years. Iconic structures along Victoria Harbour, such as the IFC (International Finance Centre), Cheung Kong Center, and Exchange Square, have achieved LEED O+M certification, symbolizing Hong Kong's dedication to sustainability.   📹 Watch the video to experience Hong Kong's green building initiatives firsthand: https://lnkd.in/gzf9Gpkd   Image source: 28 Stanley   #LEEDinNorthAsia #LEEDprojectdisplay #USGBC #greenbuildings #sustainabledevelopment

Project Name: Singapore-Hangzhou Science & Technology Park – Phase II City: #Hangzhou Rating System: #LEED O+M: Existing Buildings Level: Gold Certification Date: August - September 2024 Project Admin: CBRE   The Singapore-Hangzhou Science & Technology Park, a key initiative of China-Singapore economic collaboration under CapitaLand, was developed in three phases. Phase II, opened in June 2016, consists of five standalone buildings and five high-rise office towers, all of which were awarded LEED Gold certifications between August and September 2024, underscoring the park's strong commitment to sustainable building practices.   With a total construction area of 130,261 square meters, Phase II is strategically located near Metro Lines 1 and 8 and close to Zhejiang’s largest university campus, making it ideal for green commuting. This contributed to its high credits in the "Location & Transportation" category of LEED standards. The park is also equipped with a state-of-the-art smart management system, featuring intelligent access control and an automated parking system, creating a modern and efficient business environment for companies and community alike.   Currently, CapitaLand's official website indicates that as of December 2023, the park's committed occupancy rate has reached 89%, attracting leading companies from various industries, including real estate, e-commerce, biomedicine, and information and communications technology. Key tenants such as the University of Auckland Innovation Institute China and Be & Cheery (a Chinese snack brand under PepsiCo) are driving innovation and development within the park.   Image source: CapitaLand   #LEEDinChina #LEEDprojectdisplay #USGBC #greenbuildings #sustainabledevelopment

On September 27, the #LEED Gold Award Ceremony of the Carrier Plaza was held in #Chengdu. Shengjun Cai, Senior Manager of Market Transformation & Development, North Asia of our organization, was invited to the event. This office building, owned by Chengdu Taiheng Huarui Industry Co., Ltd., achieved LEED O+M Gold certification in August 2024.   During the ceremony, Shengjun presented the plaque to the owner and extended her congratulations and gratitude. She remarked, "From the early stages of renovation, the project team has been committed to maximizing the building's green performance, excelling in environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, material selection, and space creation. The result is this 'breathing office building.' Walking through the interior, you can feel its vibrancy and vitality. Thank you to the Carrier Plaza for contributing to urban green development. I hope the operation team continues to embrace innovation, exploring new technologies and concepts in green building, and setting a benchmark for sustainable development in Chengdu and beyond." #LEEDinChina #greenbuildings #suatainabledevelopment #climateaction #carbonneutrality