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MEDIA RELEASE

New Green Mark schemes for Supermarkets and Retail

- BCA awards first Green Mark Platinum award to NTUC Fairprice Finest at Zhong Shan Park and GoldPLUS to J’s Hair Studio

11 October 2012 – Four green supermarkets and three green retail outlets have been

recognised under the BCA Green Mark for Supermarket and BCA Green Mark for Retail

schemes respectively. Both schemes were announced by Mr Tan Chuan-Jin, Acting Minister

for Manpower and Senior Minister of State for National Development at BCA’s new series of

green building exhibitions debuting at Lot 1 Shoppers’ Mall (Choa Chu Kang).

2. Under the BCA Green Mark assessment system, projects are rated on five key

criteria such as Energy Efficiency, Water Efficiency, Environmental Protection, Indoor

Environmental Quality and other Green Features. Points are awarded for incorporating

environmentally-friendly features which are better than normal practice. They are then

awarded the Platinum, GoldPLUS, Gold or Certified rating based on the points scored under

the Green Mark criteria.

BCA Green Mark for Supermarket

3. The scheme was developed to promote and recognize environmentally friendly and

sustainable practices and features in supermarket operations. For example, refrigeration

accounts for up to 50% of the total energy consumed in a supermarket, where the floor area

ranges from 90m2 to 4,500m2. However, pilot studies show that as much as 10% or more of

the supermarket’s total energy consumption can be reduced with the right design from the

start or switching to more energy saving equipment and features along the way, without

having to re-design the entire supermarket.

4. Out of the four supermarkets, ‘FairPrice Finest’ at Zhong Shan Park has been

awarded the Green Mark Platinum, the highest award in this category. The outlet is

scheduled to open end of this year. Similarly, another of its ‘FairPrice Finest’ outlet has been

awarded with Green Mark GoldPLUS, currently operating at MyVillage, Serangoon Garden,

while Fairprice’s third outlet at Ang Mo Kio 712 has been certified Gold. Finally, Cold

Storage’s outlet at Jelita has been rated at Certified level.

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5. Some of the energy saving features at the Platinum award-winning supermarket

include an energy-efficient Refrigeration System fitted with compressors controlled by

variable frequency drives (VFD), which regulates motor speed according to the cooling

demand of the refrigeration system. Each time there is a reduction in motor speed, less

power is used.

6. Similarly, its supermarket at Serangoon Garden also boasts energy efficient features

such as refrigeration showcases fitted with doors, electronic expansion valves, anti-sweat

control and energy efficient fans which saves more than 20% energy compared to open

display cases. The entire supermarket with floor area of 872m2 has also been fitted with LED

lighting, inclusive of display cabinets, auto zonal lighting controls and occupancy sensors to

conserve energy.

7. Mr Seah Kian Peng, CEO (Singapore), NTUC FairPrice said, “ As an industry leader,

doing our part for the environment is one of four pillars in our CSR framework where we look

at ways to manage our resources carefully and promote good eco-friendly practices.

Standards set by the BCA Green Mark not only serve to set a benchmark and raise

awareness on the importance of being green for the industry, it will also raise levels of

competency by prompting players to adopt and come up with innovative solutions. Beyond

the obvious benefits to our reputation, this certification will spur us on in fulfilling our

commitment to doing our part for the environment.”

BCA Green Mark Scheme for Retail

8. The retail sector is one of the highest consumers of energy per floor area. Data

collected from retail buildings assessed under Green Mark reflected that retail tenants

consume approximately 50% of the total energy consumption of a building. The tenant loads

within such buildings also lead to high air-conditioning load within a retail mall.

9. The BCA Green Mark for Retail was developed to recognise the efforts of individual

retail tenants for their sustainability efforts. The key criteria are developed to guide and

encourage tenants to fit out their shops in a sustainable manner that reduces the operating

costs, energy consumption and cooling load whilst maintaining the required aesthetics. It

also provides recognition of the retailers’ commitment to reduce their environmental impact.

10. BCA Green Mark GoldPLUS recipient, J’s Hair Studio, which took over a shop space

from a previous tenant, minimised materials wastage by retaining a large portion of the

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flooring, ceiling and light fixtures during the fit-out process. Moreover, retail tenants can save

energy and costs without having to re-design the entire store. For example, the owner of

Dressaday, a clothing and apparel boutique, replaced the store’s halogen decorative lights

with LED lights and achieved 23% reduction in annual electricity bills. It is rated at Certified

level, likewise for Royal Silver, a jeweller. Both retailers are located at 313@Somerset.

11. “Self-motivated proprietors like J’s Hair Studio and big players like Fairprice have

proved that businesses, big and small, can save energy and cut costs by putting some

consideration in the environment we inhabit. Business owners who are also looking at ways

to reduce costs can leverage on several green solutions today in the market. Since the

introduction of the Green Mark scheme in 2005, the demand for environmentally friendly and

sustainable practices are attracting more developments, beyond buildings, and we are

pleased to offer these two new Green Mark schemes to business owners,” said Dr John

Keung, CEO of BCA.

Issued by the Building and Construction Authority on 11 October 2012

About BCA

The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) of Singapore champions the development of an excellent built environment for Singapore. BCA’s mission is to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment, as these are four key elements where BCA has a significant influence. In doing so, it aims to differentiate Singapore’s built environment from those of other cities and contribute to a better quality of life for everyone in Singapore. Hence, its vision is to have "the best built environment for Singapore, our distinctive global city". Together with its education arm, the BCA Academy of the Built Environment, BCA works closely with its industry partners to develop skills and expertise that help shape the best built environment for Singapore. For more information, visit www.bca.gov.sg.

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BCA Green Mark Scheme for Supermarkets

When

Launched 11 October 2012

What

The BCA Green Mark for Supermarkets is a dedicated green building rating system for supermarkets.

It was developed to promote and recognize environmentally friendly and sustainable practices and

features in supermarket operations.

Who it is for

The scheme covers new and existing supermarkets in a building or as a standalone.

Objective

To encourage supermarket operators to adopt energy-efficient design, equipment and green

practices at their outlets.

Why

- Beyond buildings, users or building occupants also have a significant impact on the

amount of energy consumed.

- In Singapore, there are about 300 supermarkets, where the floor area ranges from

90m2 to 4,500m

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- Of the total energy consumed, refrigeration accounts for up to 50% while the rest of

the energy is used for lighting, plug loads and air-conditioning.

- By incorporating green features, supermarkets can reduce as much as 10% or more

of the total energy consumed.

Key benefits

- Helps supermarket operators to reduce their energy consumption and utilities costs.

- When shoppers enter a green supermarket, it also motivates them to be

environmentally responsible, by bringing their own bags, and employees to reuse

and recycle.

Criteria

- Energy efficiency

- Water efficiency

- Sustainable Construction & Management

- Indoor environment quality

- Other green features

Examples of green features

Energy efficient features

� Showcases fitted with doors significantly reduce infiltration heat transfer into the

case, thereby reducing power use while improving product temperature

maintenance.

� Electronic expansion valves optimise the refrigerant volume flow rate in the

evaporator ensuring low superheat resulting in better compressor COP (Coefficient

Of Performance).

� Anti-sweat controllers ensure the electric heaters of the display cabinets doors are

used only when necessary so as to prevent fogging.

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Others

� 100% LED lighting inclusive of lighting for display cabinets. Auto zonal lighting controls and

occupancy sensors can further conserve energy.

� Use of excellence rated water-efficient taps in sinks and basins. Private water meters

installed to monitor consumption and detect leakages.

� Waste management plan including collection and recycling of cardboards.

List of Green Mark supermarkets

1. FairPrice Finest at Zhong Shan Park (Ah Hood Road, Nov opening) - Platinum Rating

2. FairPrice Finest at MyVillage, Serangoon Garden – GoldPLus Rating

3. FairPrice at Ang Mo Kio 712 – Gold Rating

4. Cold Storage at Jelita (Holland Village) – Certified rating

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FairPrice Finest @ Zhong Shan Park

BCA Green Mark for Supermarket – Platinum Rating

The 2695.52m2 supermarket was designed with green concept from the very beginning,

there supermarket was conceptualized as a green tenant from the very beginning, and

various innovative strategies were incorporated into the design and construction to improve

energy efficiency, refrigerating system, water and waste conservation. Many of these green

ideas have also been integrated into the design, creating a stylish ambience through features

such as

• CO2 Refrigeration System is installed to reduce carbon footprint & conserve energy.

• Centrally-controlled energy-efficient refrigeration showcases fitted with doors,

electronic expansion valves, anti-sweat control and electronically commutated (EC)

fans.

• 100% LED lighting, inclusive of display cabinets. Auto zonal lighting controls and

occupancy sensors installed to conserve energy.

• Energy Management System with Remote Monitoring from HQ to monitor in-store

refrigeration, lighting, receptacle and air-conditioning consumption.

• Sinks and basins are fitted with water-efficient taps of “Excellent”-rated flow rates.

Private water meters installed to monitor consumption and detect leakages.

• Collection of cardboards, paper, plastic and metal cans for recycling. In-store bio-

helper converts organic waste into nutrient liquid to reduce landfill and incineration.

• Numerous sustainable SGBC Green Products used for fit-out, i.e., ceiling panels,

doors, adhesives/sealants, laminates, low VOC paints.

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FairPrice Finest @ My Village at Serangoon Garden

BCA Green Mark for Supermarket – GoldPlus Rating

Main Green Features

� Energy-efficient refrigeration system using variable speed drives for compressor;

electronically commutated (EC) fans for condensers, and transducers.

� Centrally controlled energy-efficient refrigeration showcases installed with doors, electronic

expansion valves, anti-sweat control and electronically commutated (EC) fans.

� 100% LED lighting inclusive of lighting for display cabinets (uncommon for supermarkets).

Auto zonal lighting controls and occupancy sensors to further conserve energy.

� Energy Management System with Remote Monitoring from HQ monitors in-store

refrigeration, lighting, receptacle, air conditioning and delicatessen consumption.

� Sinks and basins are fitted with water-efficient taps of “Excellent”-rated flow rates to

minimize water usage.

� Collection of cardboards, paper, plastic and metal cans for recycling. In-store bio-helper

converts organic waste into nutrient liquid to reduce landfill and incineration.

� Eco-Trail: In-store customer education of eco-friendly features and initiatives. Dedicated

“Green” checkouts to encourage customers to use own bags.

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FairPrice - Ang Mo Kio 712

BCA Green Mark for Supermarket – Gold Rating

Main Green Features

� Energy-efficient refrigeration system using variable speed drives for compressor;

electronically commutated (EC) fans for condensers, and transducers.

� Energy-efficient refrigeration showcases installed with doors, electronic expansion valves,

anti-sweat control and electronically commutated (EC) fans.

� 100% LED lighting inclusive of lighting for display cabinets (uncommon for supermarkets).

Auto zonal lighting controls and occupancy sensors to further conserve energy.

� Energy Management System with Remote Monitoring from HQ to monitor in-store

refrigeration, lighting, receptacle and air conditioning consumption.

� Sinks and basins are fitted with water efficient taps of “Excellent”-rated flow rate to

minimize water usage.

� Collection of cardboards, paper, plastic and metal cans for recycling.

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Cold Storage@ Jelita

BCA Green Mark for Supermarkets – Certified Rating

Main Green Features

� Energy efficient design.

� > 90% of the display cabinets are fitted with doors and LED lighting.

� Energy Saving lighting using LED.

� Use of excellence rated water fittings.

� Waste management plan including collection and recycling of cardboards

� Display of educational posters.

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Fact sheet: BCA Green Mark for Retail

When

Launched 11 October 2012

What

The BCA Green Mark for Retail is a dedicated green building rating system for the retail sector.

Who it is for

The scheme covers new and existing retail outlets in a building or standalone retail outlets.

Objective

To guide and encourage tenants to fit out their shops in a sustainable manner that reduces the

operating costs, energy consumption, cooling load whilst maintaining the required aesthetic. It

provides recognition of the retailers’ commitment in reducing their environmental impact.

Why

• The retail sector is one of the highest consumers of energy per floor area. Data

collected from retail buildings assessed under Green Mark showed that

approximately 50% of the total building energy is consumed by retail tenants.

• The tenant loads within such buildings lead to high air-conditioning load within the

retail mall.

• There are several retail buildings (shopping complexes) in Singapore, and this

scheme presents retailers with opportunities to be environmentally friendly.

Key benefits

• Help retailers to reduce operating costs, energy consumption and cooling load.

• It addresses the specific area within the tenant space such as sustainable fit-out and

operation.

• Strong focus on assessing efficiency of installed light fittings and plug load energy

consumption - both which are within the control of the tenant.

Criteria

• Energy efficiency

• Water efficiency

• Sustainable Awareness & Operation

• Indoor environmental quality

• Other green features

Examples of green features

• Energy efficient T5 and LED lighting to cut down on lighting energy.

• Light zoning control to switch off lights in specific areas when not in use.

• Use of recycled materials.

List of retail projects awarded

5. J’s Hair Studio @ ITE College East - GoldPlus Rating

6. Royal Silver@ 313 Somerset - Certified Rating

7. Dressaday @ 313 Somerset - Certified Rating

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J’s Hair Studio @ ITE College East

BCA Green Mark for Retail – GoldPlus

Rating

J’s Hair Studio opened in 2011 at ITE College East and the owners had designed the salon

with a strong objective to adopt eco-friendly features at this outlet. Having taken over the

shop space from a previous tenant and to minimize materials wastage, a large portion of the

flooring, ceiling and light fixtures were retained during the fit-out process. Other green

features include:

• Use of energy efficient T5 and LED lighting to cut down on lighting energy.

• Full control of lighting circuits based on zoning to switch off lights in specific areas

when not in use.

• Recycled wood panels and aluminum panels used as part of furniture.

• Include environmentally friendly products as part of sales product lineup.

• Promote recycling through incentivising customers ($1 off next purchase for

returning empty bottle).

• Developed sustainable operational procedures to save electricity and water. A video

clip was produced and distributed to other hair salons to promote environmentally

sustainable procedures in running a hair salon.

• Use of extensive greenery to create a more conducive environment.

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Royal Silver @ 313 Somerset

BCA Green Mark for Retail – Certified Rating

Main Green Features

� 100% LED lights for display lighting instead of energy intensive lights used in typical jewellery

shops.

� Very low energy consumption also attributed to minimal plug loads.

Dressaday @ 313 Somerset

BCA Green Mark for Retail – Certified Rating

Main Green Features

� Replaced halogen decorative lights with LED lights and achieved 23% reduction in annual

electricity bills.

� Lighting zoning control for fitting rooms.