The Swiss Sustainable Building Standard International Perspective Washington, 07 October 2009 Background From Masdar to MINTERGIE International (Abu Dhabi Cleantech Cluster) (Swiss Foundation, MINERGIE ) (Swiss Cleantech Reference Project) Page 2 1
Motivation Fundamental Drivers Growing World Population Growing Living Standards, Consumption 08/2009: 6.8bn Ecological Footprint/Debt Page 3 Need Sustainable Development Global Problem, International Effort Ecological Framework Blue mamrble Dynamic Market Social Framework Page 4 2
Sustainable Switzerland Much to Offer, Increasingly Important Differentiator SOURCE: Environmental Performance Index 2008, Yale University, Center for Environmental Law & Policy (Top 15) Page 5 Relevance Building & Urban Planning World Energy/Resource Consumption (Avg) Time Spent, Urban Population (Avg) Transport (25%) Industry (25%) Buildings (50%) AND Outdoors (10%) Indoors (90%) Infrastructure Lock-in...Health & Efficiency Page 6 3
Approach MINERGIE - Swiss Sustainable Building Standard Voluntary Building Standard for new and refurbished buildings Registered quality label Founded in 1997 Focus on quality, lifecycle value (rather than sacrifice) Keeping things simple, transparent: Comfort, Energy, Design-freedom 3 different Standard Levels Best Practice Solution Modules Page 7 Organisation Independent, Tied-in to Regulatory Structure Not for profit association: Supplier independence, d industry backing Closely linked to Cantons, Federal Government: Certification bodies, mandatory building codes Mandatory for public buildings in many Cantons Swiss scope, Swiss success (e.g. CHF/Ton of CO2) International strategy Note: Swiss building quality Page 8 4
Revenue Modest Setup, Large-scale Effect Export License Sale Info Materials Certification Fees Membership fees Sponsoring Government >> Investment in MINERGIE-Technology, 2008: CHF700m >> Investment in MINERGIE-Buildings, 2008: CHF11bn Page 9 Technology 80/20 Rule, Key Performance Indicators Top Insulation (incl. Windows) Airtight Shell Comfort Ventilation Freedom of Design PLUS: Maximum Energy Use, Minimum Indoor Quality Standards Operating & Certification Advantages Page 10 5
Technology-Effect Variety of Related Benefits, in Comfort & Efficiency Security Risks (Toxins, Prices, etc) Oil CO 2 Fresh Air Humidity Drafts Noise Dust/Pollen Odours Pests -Temperature Natural Light Page 11 MINERGIE Adoption Brand Page 12 6
MINERGIE Adoption Developers (generally accepted, Best Practice) Page 13 MINERGIE Adoption Finance (Ultimate Goal) Page 14 7
MINERGIE Drivers Sustainable Building P&L Total/Lifecycle Performance: Expenditure - Initial Investment, Finance - Operations & Maintenance - Terminal Costs, Liabilities Income + Sales/Rental Success/Occ. + Sales/Rental Price-Level + Revenue Years, Exit Value Impact of Sustainable Strategy: Higher construction costs (0-10%, design is key) Land/finance deals, grants Lower energy & utility costs, other maintenance costs (e.g. insurance) Lower clean-up costs Better marketing (PR, differentiation) Higher sales/rental income (improved quality, occupancy, moral margin) Longer building life (more revenue years), higher exit value >> Key Drivers: Quality, Time Horizons (Lifecycle), Energy Price (Regulatory Frame) Page 15 Example IBM s Swiss Headquarters, Extra Cost for MINERGIE : 0.71% Page 16 8
Penetration US/LEED Comparison MINERGIE, Q3 2009: 14 500 certifications LEED, Q3 2009: 1 950 certifications, 15 000 applications Page 17 Next Phase International Approach Objective: Leveraging Swiss Know How (1) For Sustainable Development (2) For Economic Development Page 18 9
Case Study: Masdar City (1/3) World-leading Eco-City Development Masdar City Stats > 40 000 inhabitants, 50 000 000 commuters > 6m sqm of built-up area, USD22bn > 100% based on renewable energy > CO2 neutral > Zero waste > Car free > Cutting edge urban planning & building tech > Swiss Village Page 19 Case Study: Masdar City (2/3) Reality Today (MIST University, MIT) Page 20 10
Case Study: Masdar City (3/3) Swiss Village Cleantech Hub (150 000 sqm), in MINERGIE ADFEC HQ Swiss Village MIST-University Page 21 Conclusion (1/2) Realistic Targets, Voluntary & Mandatory Approach Needed (1) Voluntary Standard (incl. awareness, training) Market Average Positive Energy Buildings Regulations Incentives, Awareness, Training (2) Government Framework Targets, References Page 22 11
Conclusion (2/2) Sustainable Switzerland: Partner for an International Solution Buildings & Urban Planning: important contribution to sustainable development (large potential, low cost, jobs) All actors need to be involved (public & private) First: Health/Comfort, Efficiency Second: Energy Technology & Business Model are key, Swiss success story MINERGIE : Ready for international expansion (2010) US Possibilities: Joint Research Projects, Vocational Training, Reference Developments, JV International Solution Kleinmatterhorn Restaurant, 3 883m above sea level (MINERGIE certified) Page 23 Thank you - Document Information Presented To Lunch Briefing, Capital Hill (organized by EESI & the Swiss Embassy) Presented By MINERGIE Contact: Nick Beglinger Tel: +41 44 421 2403, nick.beglinger@ffgs.org File Name: FFGS_MIN_NickBeglinger_US_07102009_v03.ppt/pdf Date: 07/10/2009 Disclaimer The information contained in this document is confidential and privileged. This document and the information contained herein may not, in whole or in part, be copied, reproduced, distributed, or otherwise made available to any other party and under any circumstances without prior written approval of MINERGIE Association ( MIA"). While MIA has exerted great care and diligence with respect to the contents of this document, it makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained in, or for any omissions from, this document or any other written or oral communications transmitted to the recipients. Page 24 12