Al Sa’fat Certification is a robust evaluation system for green buildings within the Emirate of Dubai. Its primary objectives are to enhance the living environment, boost energy efficiency, optimize infrastructure, and align with Dubai's Strategic Plan for sustainable urban development.
Developed by Dubai Municipality, the Al Sa’fat Certification system is meticulously tailored to address Dubai's sustainability requirements. It is mandatory for all new construction projects, additions, extensions, and refurbishments requiring a building permit from Dubai Municipality. This certification is also required for any modifications that could potentially reduce a building's energy efficiency.
Al Sa'fat Certification is applicable to a wide range of building types, including villas, residential/commercial structures, public buildings, and industrial facilities. Specific clauses within the regulations apply to different building typologies.
Al Sa'fat Certification offers three levels:
Buildings are evaluated across the following categories in Al Sa’fat Certification:
Ecology & Planning
Building Vitality
Energy Efficiency
Resource Effectiveness: Water
Resource Effectiveness: Materials and Waste
At ERKE, our team of experts boasts a wide range of prestigious accreditations, including LEED Fellow, LEED Faculty, LEED AP BD+C, LEED AP O+M, BREEAM Assessor, BREEAM In-Use, Passive House Designer, TRUE Advisor, GSAS Expert, EDGE Expert/Auditor, and WELL AP. We have successfully delivered more than 150 Green Building Projects since 2007.
