Triton partnered with SIFS in Creating Workspaces that Generate More than They Consume"
A "net-positive energy office" refers to a building or workspace that generates more energy than it consumes, creating a surplus that can be fed back into the grid or stored for future use. This concept builds on sustainable and energy-efficient design principles but goes beyond by aiming to have a positive environmental impact.
In March 2024, SIFS completed such an office building at Innotech Polymers head office in Jebel Ali. The building was originally designed with typical green building regulations for building envelope. The client approached SIFS with the intent of reducing the operational energy for the building and seeing the possibility of building a net-zero energy building.
Since HVAC is the largest energy consumption source for the buildings in the Middle East, we proposed increasing insulation for the building envelope, complemented with other active energy savings measures (Optimized air conditioning design & lighting controls)
TRITON team up with SIFS and supplied quality sealants. Sealants play a crucial role in maintaining the energy efficiency of a building. They are essential for sealing gaps, cracks, and joints in the building's envelope, which prevents heat transfer and ensures air tightness. By minimizing air leaks, sealants reduce the workload on heating and cooling systems, helping to lower energy consumption. High-performance sealants also enhance durability and longevity, further contributing to a building's overall sustainability and energy efficiency.
Other key elements of a net-positive energy office include Roof-mounted or façade-integrated solar panels, Efficient HVAC Systems, Natural and LED Lighting, Sustainable Building Materials, Green Roofs & Walls, Water Recycling, Energy Monitoring Systems, Automated Controls, and Energy Storage.
By adopting these practices, including the use of efficient sealants, an office space can not only reduce its environmental footprint but actually contribute positively to the local and global environment.
