At ERKE, we successfully managed the LEED BD+C: New Construction (v2009) certification process for the Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu project. Achieving a total score of 80/110, the project earned a LEED PLATINUM certification, becoming a model among sustainable tourism facilities.
Key LEED Categories and Performance Highlights
Sustainable Sites
The project earned 22/26 points with strategies such as access to public transportation, heat island effect mitigation, and stormwater management. These efforts contributed to minimizing environmental impacts.
Water Efficiency
With 9/10 points, the project demonstrated exceptional success in water efficiency. Innovative wastewater technologies and water-saving landscaping practices formed the foundation of this achievement.
Energy & Atmosphere
By optimizing energy performance and implementing effective energy management, the project scored 24/35 points in this category. These measures significantly reduced energy consumption and the project’s carbon footprint.
Materials & Resources
The project earned 6/14 points through the use of recycled materials and effective waste management practices. Sustainable material selection played a key role in reducing environmental impacts.
Indoor Environmental Quality
The project scored 11/15 points by implementing solutions for indoor air quality and using low-emission materials. The focus on employee and guest comfort contributed to the project’s success in this category.
Innovation & Regional Priority
The project achieved 5/6 points through innovative designs and solutions tailored to regional priorities.
ERKE’s Role
ERKE provided guidance in areas such as energy modeling, water conservation analyses, and environmental material selection. Through planning and implementation aligned with LEED criteria, the project successfully achieved its environmental sustainability goals.
Conclusion
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu has become a pioneering facility in sustainable tourism with its LEED PLATINUM certification. ERKE’s expertise and leadership in the sector played a key role in this achievement.
