Area: 16.000 m²
Investor: PepsiCo Fritolay
Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia
At ERKE, we successfully managed the LEED BD+C: New Construction (v2009) certification process for the Saudi Snack Foods Co. Dammam Facility project. Achieving a total score of 61/110, the project was awarded LEED GOLD certification, standing out as a leading environmentally conscious industrial facility.
The project earned 15/26 points with infrastructure for low-emission vehicles and solutions to mitigate the heat island effect. These implementations represent an effective approach to reducing environmental impacts.
Achieving a perfect score of 10/10 in the Water Efficiency category, the project excelled through water-saving landscaping practices and innovative wastewater management solutions.
The project scored 12/35 points by implementing solutions to optimize energy performance and advanced measurement techniques. Effective energy management contributed to reducing the project’s carbon footprint.
By incorporating waste management practices and using regional materials, the project earned 6/14 points, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable production.
The project achieved 9/15 points with strategies to improve indoor air quality and the use of low-emission materials. These efforts highlighted the importance placed on employee health and comfort.
With innovative solutions and designs tailored to regional priorities, the project earned 5/6 points in this category.
ERKE provided expert consultancy in areas such as energy modeling, water conservation analyses, and environmental material selection. By adhering to LEED criteria, the project reduced its environmental impact and achieved long-term economic benefits.
The Saudi Snack Foods Dammam Facility stands as a remarkable success story among environmentally friendly production facilities with its LEED GOLD certification. ERKE’s expertise played a vital role in the success of this project.
