At ERKE, we successfully managed the LEED BD+C: New Construction (v2009) certification process for the Türk Telekom Ankara project. Achieving a total score of 60/110, the project was awarded LEED GOLD certification and stands out for its environmentally conscious building design.
Key LEED Categories and Performance Highlights
Sustainable Sites
The project earned 21/26 points through solutions such as access to public transportation, infrastructure for low-emission vehicles, and measures to mitigate the heat island effect. These efforts significantly contributed to environmental sensitivity.
Water Efficiency
With 8/10 points, the project demonstrated strong performance in water efficiency. Innovative wastewater technologies and solutions to optimize water usage were key contributors to this success.
Energy & Atmosphere
The project scored 12/35 points by implementing optimization efforts and measurement processes to improve energy performance. These measures contributed to reducing energy consumption and the project’s carbon footprint.
Indoor Environmental Quality
Earning 9/15 points, the project focused on indoor air quality, low-emission materials, and thermal comfort applications. These solutions prioritized employee comfort and health, enhancing overall user satisfaction.
Innovation & Regional Priority
The project achieved 4/6 points through innovative designs and solutions tailored to regional priorities.
ERKE’s Role
At Türk Telekom Ankara, ERKE provided expert consultancy in energy modeling, water conservation analyses, and sustainable material selection. We developed solutions in compliance with LEED criteria to support the project in achieving its environmental and economic goals.
Conclusion
The Türk Telekom Ankara project serves as an exemplary model of sustainable design and environmentally friendly building practices with its LEED GOLD certification. ERKE’s leadership in the sustainability sector played a key role in this achievement.
