Green Building
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Challenges and Opportunities
Central Pattana Public Company Limited is committed to green building development in response to global sustainability trends and increasingly stringent environmental regulations. However, this area continues to present several challenges, including high upfront investment costs. The adoption of green building technologies and the pursuit of certification standards such as LEED and TREES often require significant capital outlay. Physical limitations also hinder the expansion of solar energy installation in some areas, particularly within existing buildings, where structural and regulatory constraints must be considered. Another key challenge is coordinating with tenants to ensure compliance with green building standards and active participation in sustainability programs. Environmental data collection—such as energy usage, waste volume, and other sustainability indicators—especially for older assets, can be complex and requires efficient tracking systems. Additionally, the Company must manage the balance between operating costs of green buildings and maintaining profitability, ensuring that its sustainability efforts deliver long-term business value.
Despite these challenges, green building development offers significant opportunities for Central Pattana. Establishing leadership in the green building space enhances the Company’s image as an environmentally responsible developer, appealing to eco-conscious customers, tenants, and investors. Adopting energy- and water-efficient technologies can also reduce long-term operating costs and drive innovation in building design and management. Over the long term, green building projects help the Company prepare for future regulatory changes and minimize compliance risks. Furthermore, stakeholder collaboration on sustainability topics strengthens relationships and creates shared value across all sectors. Thus, green building development presents both risks and opportunities that are essential to Central Pattana’s long-term sustainable growth and organizational advancement.
Green building development offers significant opportunities for Central Pattana. Establishing leadership in the green building space enhances
the Company’s image as an environmentally responsible developer.
Management Approach and Value Creation
Central Pattana Public Company Limited is not only a real estate developer but also a leader in setting new standards for green buildings—developments that are environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. The Company’s projects are designed to meet current occupant needs while also generating positive environmental and social impacts over the long term.
Central Pattana integrates green and energy-saving design principles across all projects, adopting both international and national standards, including: LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), TREES (Thai’s Rating of Energy and Environmental Sustainability) by the Thai Green Building Institute, ASEAN Energy Awards, Thailand Energy Awards by the Ministry of Energy, and MEA Index (Management of Energy Achievement Index) by the Metropolitan Electricity Authority. These standards guide the Company’s ability to design and operate buildings that are environmentally responsible, reduce planetary impact, and maximize energy efficiency throughout the building lifecycle.
Progress on Green Building Certifications
Central Pattana Public Company Limited places strong emphasis on advancing green building development in every dimension. The Company is committed to ensuring that all new developments meet sustainable design and construction standards to enhance occupant wellbeing, reduce environmental impacts, and contribute to long-term greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. The Company continuously strives to achieve certifications for new projects under both domestic and international green building standards, such as LEED, TREES, EDGE, and energy-focused awards like the Thailand Energy Awards (TEA) and ASEAN Energy Awards (AEA). In addition, the Company pursues technology and wellness certifications such as WiredScore and the WELL Building Standard, reflecting its ambition to lead sustainable real estate development in Thailand.
The use of clean energy and high-performance building design reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports long-term environmental preservation.
| Project Name | Certification Received/Expected | Year of Certification (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| FoodWorld at CentralWorld | LEED Platinum | 2019 |
| G Tower Grand Rama 9 | LEED Gold | 2020 |
| CentralWorld Offices | LEED Gold | 2023 |
| The Nine Tower Grand Rama 9 | LEED Gold | 2026 (expected) |
| Central Chaengwattana | EDGE | 2025 (expected) |
| Central Westville | TREES | 2026 (expected) |
| Central Chanthaburi | TREES | 2025 (expected) |
| Central Nakhon Pathom | TREES | 2026 (expected) |
| Central Nakhon Sawan | TREES | 2026 (expected) |
| Central Lampang | TEA | 2024 |
| Central Ayutthaya | TEA | 2024 |
| Central WestGate | TEA | 2024 |
| Central Ubon | TEA | 2024 |
| Central Rayong | TEA | 2024 |
| Central Nakhon Si Thammarat | TEA | 2024 |
| Central Chiang Rai | TEA | 2024 |
| Central Korat | AEA | 2024 |
| G Tower Grand Rama 9 | WiredScore Gold | 2024 |
| The Nine Tower Grand Rama 9 | WiredScore Gold | 2024 |
| CentralWorld Offices | WiredScore Gold | 2024 |
Redefining the Future of Green Buildings
In the area of green building innovation, Central Pattana has adopted a Smart & Green Design concept for sustainable design and construction. This includes the application of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV), where solar panels are embedded into building elements such as glass façades, walls, or rooftops. This approach enhances clean energy generation without requiring additional installation space and helps reduce building heat gain. The Company also plans to expand BIPV deployment in upcoming projects currently in the design phase, supporting the future transition to self-sustaining energy-generating buildings.
the Company promotes the use of environmentally friendly construction materials
Additionally, the Company promotes the use of environmentally friendly construction materials, including low-carbon concrete, recycled steel, and materials with clearly defined carbon footprint declarations, in order to reduce embodied carbon—a major source of greenhouse gas emissions throughout a building’s lifecycle.
In 2024, Central Pattana initiated embodied carbon data collection from three construction sites: Central Westville, Central Nakhon Sawan, and Central Nakhon Pathom, covering a total construction area of 400,106 square meters. The average embodied carbon was recorded at 191.4 kgCO₂e per square meter, with building materials contributing 95.2% of the total emissions—highlighting the critical importance of sustainable material selection during design and construction.
The Company also supports operational efficiency through long-term energy performance designs, including high-efficiency HVAC systems, auto-adjusting LED lighting, natural ventilation designs, and high-albedo building materials to reduce internal heat accumulation.
Value Creation Through Green Buildings
Beyond environmental impact reduction, Central Pattana’s green buildings deliver economic and social value. The use of clean energy and high-performance building design reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports long-term environmental preservation. Certified green buildings also enhance property value, attract sustainability-conscious investors, and differentiate Central Pattana in the competitive real estate market.
Green building development is not merely a business strategy for Central Pattana—it is a core mission to create positive social and environmental impact. The Company is committed to building sustainable and eco-friendly cities through a holistic approach encompassing design, construction, and building operations—laying the foundation for a better future for all.
The use of clean energy and high-performance building design reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports long-term environmental preservation.
Stakeholders Directly Impacted
Tenants and Lessees (Retail and Offices) and Residential Customers
Customers
Suppliers and business partners
Communities / Community representatives including regulators and government bodies, academia and independent organizations
