THE headquarters of Alargan International Real Estate Company in the waterfront Argan Business Park in Shuwaikh Free Trade Zone, has been awarded Leed Platinum certification for commercial interiors, marking the first such certification for any project in Kuwait.

The Leed (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system, developed by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), is the foremost programme for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and operated for improved environmental and human health performance.

The Alargan building achieved points for Platinum level, the highest rating, for implementing practical and measurable strategies and solutions aimed at achieving high performance in sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, and materials selection among others.