Sustainability has many definitions. At RUSAVI, we use the UN’s holistic definition of sustainable development. We do not see buildings as isolated sustainable systems – we see them as part of neighbourhoods and cities.
A Good Business
Sustainable construction was once an additional investment reserved for the most idealistic of developers. Today's soaring energy prices make sustainable construction good business for everyone. The additional investment in low energy housing is repaid by savings in energy use over the lifetime of the houses. Sustainable design shows responsible behaviour and is becoming 'the license to operate'.
Sustainability Features
At RUSAVI, we see it as our mission to promote sustainable design (economically, environmentally and socially sustainable). For each project, we aim to incorporate the sustainable design features most appropriate to each specific site. Such features include:
Passive solar design
Energy efficient design
Active solar heating
Photovoltaics
Ground source heat pumps
Extensive sedum green roof
When required, we make sure buildings are certified according to international standards and organisations such as:
The US LEED system
The British BREEAM system
The UAE Emirates Green Building Council
The Qatar Green Building Council
The Saudi Green Building Council