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Given its long life cycle and natural thermal inertia, concrete is one of the most energy-efficient and eco-friendly building materials available, and can significantly contribute toward the construction or renovation of more energy-efficient buildings. Together with the Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction, we also support research and development into innovative solutions for the construction industry – irrespective of the building materials involved. |
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World-class sustainable buildings The work of the Holcim Foundation promotes dialog on sustainable construction among architects, planners, construction engineers and investors throughout the world and leverages our resources to benefit society. Seed funding has enabled our Group company ACC to support the construction of the headquarters of Development Alternatives, an Indian NGO based in Delhi. This led to a partnership between the two organizations with the purpose of setting up a Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Housing and Rural Infrastructure to address imminent and future challenges of housing and rural infrastructure in India. Our support for the extension and renovation of the World Conservation Union (IUCN) center in Switzerland is a further opportunity to promote sustainable construction. The aim is for the building to be the first in Europe certified to LEED’s highest standard. |
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Affordable housing Construction of affordable housing presents us with opportunities to create new markets. It also benefits low-income communities by addressing important social issues. Our approach is an integrated one, combining both commercial and CSR expertise to create an enhanced offer to customers. This includes microfinance and capacity-building solutions, particularly relevant to emerging economies, where many of our affordable housing initiatives are directed. These include long-standing engagements in Latin America as well as more recent projects in Asia, North Africa and Eastern Europe. |
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Achievement: 5,000 ideas to build a sustainable future Nearly 5,000 sustainable construction projects were submitted for the second awards cycle of the Holcim Foundation for Sustainable Construction. The competition celebrates innovative, future-oriented and tangible projects and aims to generate a worldwide community of recognized practitioners of excellence in sustainable construction. |
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