Investment in energy efficiency helps companies boost their profits, lower costs and cut carbon emissions, as the same level of performance can be achieved from a lower level of energy use. Energy efficiency is also the best and quickest way to reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions — 38 percent of all carbon emissions in America come from powering the buildings, and a lot of that energy is wasted; making energy efficient buildings a therefore a key means for cities to reduce their carbon emissions.
The UAE is looking more and more into the concept of “green building”. The Emirates Green Building Council is playing its role by advocating the Leadership in Energy and Energy Design (LEED) rating system – a US rating system that encourages a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognising performance in the following areas: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality. The Emirates Green Building Council is in process of finalising a document to push the eco-rating system that is region-specific.
Companies that not only understand the importance of energy efficiency, but understand how to implement energy efficient practices are key to pushing forward the green building process; Schneider Electric is one such company. With over 30 years of experience, Schneider Electric serves the Gulf economy by providing complete, energy efficient solutions for all power and control needs that also deliver energy savings of up to 30 per cent.
You can visit Schneider-Electric at their stand Hall 4, Booth #4405 from 18-21st of January 2010 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center
