Aldar’s ‘Athlon’ awarded UAE’s first LEED for communities platinum certification

ABU DHABI: Aldar Properties has received the UAE's first LEED platinum certification for community planning and design at Athlon, the company's active living residential project in Dubai. With sustainability positioned as a priority for the new community, this achievement places Athlon at the forefront of sustainable real estate in the UAE. The US Green Building Council's LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is a rigorous data-driven rating framework to pursue global sustainable development and resilient buildings. Faisal Falaknaz, Group Chief Financial and Sustainability Officer, said, "To promote sustainable behaviour, the community is designed with energy and water saving fixtures, smart waste disposal systems, electric vehicle charging points, and a network of shaded walkways and bicycle routes to encourage sustainable transportation. It will be built using low-carbon and locally sourced materials, aligning with the UAE's Net Zero by 2050 ambition and supporting Aldar's Ne t Zero goals." Promoting wellbeing and inspiring a healthy living environment, Athlon will feature activities that connect people with green spaces and parks within a half-mile radius from each villa, along with dedicated zones for sports and fitness. Athlon has also received a 2-star rating from Fitwel for Communities, the world's leading certification system committed to building health for all. Source: Emirates News Agency