SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER <strong>2022</strong> NATURE 110 Conscious of the impact our operations have on the natural environment that surrounds us, <strong>Tropicana</strong> strives to ensure that everything we do is performed with sustainability in mind. As a leading developer in Malaysia, <strong>Tropicana</strong> is committed to travel on a path of sustainable growth, keenly balancing commercial success as well as social and environmental responsibilities. As our development portfolio continues to expand and grow, we are extremely conscious of the impact our operations have on the natural environment that surrounds us. This ranges from the responsible utilisation of resources to strict regulatory compliance and environmental management practices, and reducing our carbon footprint. In addition to being mindful of all these, we also exercise due diligence and operate with careful considerations. While we have made considerable inroads in our path towards becoming more sustainable, the key challenge ahead will be for <strong>Tropicana</strong> to meet the needs of a growing population and providing homes that embody our entire DNA while also growing sustainably and at the same time, staying competitive. Key to this are three driving factors that are of utmost importance to <strong>Tropicana</strong>: safety, security, accessibility and wellbeing, use of innovative technology and methods, and energy efficiency and eco-friendly measures. Peace of mind of our residents is an essential part of our vision, with the aim of providing a township that is accessible yet offers safety and security. At <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens, for example, cutting-edge security systems and technologies are outfitted to ensure the safety of residents and visitors. At <strong>Tropicana</strong>, our integrated developments and townships have been designed with strong emphasis on wellbeing. Guided by our very own <strong>Tropicana</strong> Development DNA, we build with sustainable and green architecture in mind, elevating us from being merely a property developer. We build long lasting communities that hopefully will stand the test of time. Environmental protection and preservation in all our business operations are paramount, and coupled with better management of resources and materials, our goal is for everyone to live in a cleaner and healthier environment. With impactful strategies implemented to minimise threats to the natural environment’s integrity, we proudly adhere to environment-conscious parameters. Biodiversity preservation, energy efficiency and the use of sustainable construction methods are important cornerstones to our sustainability efforts. Some of our green initiatives include rainwater harvesting to reduce wastage as well as the adoption of a waste water treatment system; the use of green energy systems such as at <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark where windmills power the water turbines in our Urban Park filtration system; and the use of energy efficient lights and regenerative lifts. In line with our DNA, our developments like <strong>Tropicana</strong> Aman, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Metropark, and <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights are among those that feature parks, green spaces and water features. For example, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights in Kajang has a 16-acre Central Park and 750-metre linear lake. Tree transplantation is one of many environmentally friendly aspects of <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights. Throughout the development, 400 mature Khaya and 15 Rain Trees that were already on-site were replanted to support the current roadway system and land parcel development of individual precincts. In the areas of energy efficiency, our buildings have incorporated energy efficient and green features that are eco-friendly. As such, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens has a host of Green Building Index (GBI) elements with GBI Gold rating given for the Arnica, Bayberry, and Cyperus phases. Meanwhile, a GBI Silver rating was given to Dianthus, Edelweiss, <strong>Tropicana</strong> Gardens Mall, and the Office Tower components. With energy and water consumption reduced, all these different components work in tandem to promote sustainable living and provide cleaner air quality. In reducing our carbon footprint, we at <strong>Tropicana</strong> employ innovative and eco-friendly technology and methods into our development. <strong>The</strong>se include selected climate control design strategies so as to create a cool microclimate to discourage the buildup of heat. We do this by planting greenery on the roof and grounds. To promote thermal mass cooling, we create a natural stack effect that lets in cool air from the environment surrounding us while at the same time expelling the warm air. <strong>The</strong>se are but some of the methods that we have adopted to ensure that we adhere to sustainability practices, thereby ensuring that our environment is protected and leaving a lasting legacy for the generations to come.
TROPICANA MAGAZINE 111 <strong>Tropicana</strong> Heights features a 16-acre Central Park and 750-metre linear lake
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