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Toyota Plaza Kuzen

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Area: 3.500 m²
Investor: Kuzen Motorlu Araçlar
Location: Balıkesir, Turkiye


 

A Benchmark in Sustainable Automotive Facility Design

At ERKE Design, we provided consultancy services for the Toyota Plaza Kuzen project under the LEED BD+C: New Construction (v4) certification system. Completed in February 2023 at the Silver level, this project stands out as an automotive facility that successfully meets sustainability goals.

Achievements of the Project:

Sustainable Site Management:
The facility earned 4 out of 10 points by implementing strategies to reduce the heat island effect and prevent light pollution. These measures are vital in minimizing environmental impacts.

Water Efficiency:
With efficient irrigation and indoor water-saving systems, the project achieved 8 out of 11 points in the water efficiency category. These solutions contributed to conserving natural resources and lowering operational costs.

Energy Performance:
Through optimized energy performance and advanced energy metering systems, the project scored 12 out of 53 points in the energy and atmosphere category. This represents a significant step toward reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint.

Materials and Resources Management:
The project earned 3 out of 13 points in this category by effectively managing construction waste and using environmentally friendly materials, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability.

Indoor Environmental Quality:
The facility achieved 6 out of 16 points in indoor environmental quality by incorporating thermal comfort, indoor lighting, and air quality management systems, ensuring a healthy and comfortable working environment for employees.

Innovation and Regional Priority Credits:
The project received 4 out of 6 points in the innovation category and full points (4/4) for regional priority credits. This reflects the project's innovative solutions and alignment with local sustainability goals.

Leading the Green Transformation in the Automotive Sector

Toyota Plaza Kuzen represents a model of sustainability in the automotive industry with its focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, and environmentally friendly practices. The project not only optimizes resource use but also enhances customer and employee satisfaction.

At ERKE Design, we are proud to have contributed to creating a structure that combines environmental and economic benefits through our LEED consultancy services. Toyota Plaza Kuzen continues to serve as a strong reference for sustainable automotive facilities.

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