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Fish farming in the sky                              Energy Savings                                      Environmental Protection

            Adopting fish-farming and aquaponics techniques along the   Use of hi-tech energy saving devices         Design and material selection that harmonises with the
                                                                                                                     environment
            perimeter of the façade utilises space efficiently and creates
            a unique pull-factor towards the building’s ESG dynamics.   Low-E glass, ceramic fritting and sunshades         Green cement = 40%
            In this system, the nutrient-rich water produced by the fish   North-south building orientation to              Concrete Usage Index (CUI) = 0.36 m /m 2
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            serves as a natural fertilizer for the plants, while the plants   minimise solar heat
            play a vital role in filtering and purifying the water for the fish.                                            Aerated bricks usage
            The produce satisfies demand in the vicinity, cutting carbon   East & west spaces used for service area
            footprints for transportation of raw ingredients, enhancing   such as toilets, M&E room and staircases          Proximity to public transport
            food availability and profit potential.
                                                                       Overall percentage improvement over                  Covered walkway to MRT
                                                                       baseline for lightings is 77.58

                                                                       CO sensors & natural ventilation for          IEQ
                                                                       basement carpark                              Methods to harmonise indoor comfort

                                                                       Smart Lifts & Escalator                              Low VOC paint


                                                                       Energy Efficiency Index  (EEI)                Green Innovation
                                                                       = 71.63 kWh/m /year
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                                                                                                                     Adopting innovative green practices
                                                                                                                            Chilled Water Storage Tank to reduce
                                                                 Water Positive                                             operating cost
                                                                 Use of water management & monitoring tech
                                                                                                                            Disinfectant UV light for AHU

                                                                       WEPLS rated water fittings
                                                                                                                            Recycled fire water
                                                                       Sub-meters linked to BMS
                                                                                                                            Siphonic Drainage Roof

                                                                       Rainwater Harvesting System
                                                                                                                     Carbon Footprints
                                                                       Recycled Water for Cooling Tower              Operation Carbon Emission Reduction


                                                                       AHU condensate water capture                         Total Carbon Reduction = 7,349,296 kgCO e/year
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                                                                                                                            Total Carbon Savings = 35%


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