ARCHON has a successful past in delivering project with Estidama regulations. The word Estidama means ‘sustainability’ in Arabic. Conceived to support the realization of Plan Abu Dhabi 2030, Estidama is initiated under the direction of Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council (UPC) in collaboration with a number of government agencies who share the vision to transform Abu Dhabi into the sustainable Arab capital. Key to this plan is the ESTIDAMA Pearl Green Rating Systems. The Estidama Pearl Rating Systems provides design guidelines and detailed requirements for rating a project’s potential performance in relation to the four pillars of ESTIDAMA: Environmental, Economic, Social and Cultural.
The Pearl Rating System

At its heart consists of 7 components:

• Integrated Development Process: Encouraging cross-disciplinary teamwork to deliver environmental and quality management throughout the life of the project.
• Natural Systems: Conserving, preserving and restoring the region’s critical natural environments and habitats.
• Livable Buildings: Improving the quality and connectivity of outdoor and indoor spaces.
• Precious Water: Reducing water demand and encouraging efficient distribution and alternative water sources.
• Resourceful Energy: Targeting energy conservation through passive design measures, reduced demand, energy efficiency and renewable sources.
• Stewarding Materials: Ensuring consideration of the ‘whole-of-life’ cycle when selecting and specifying materials.
• Innovating Practice: encouraging innovation in building design and construction to facilitate market and industry transformation.