Panama. Emergent Cold Latin America is the first company in the temperature-controlled food storage and logistics sector in Panama to receive certification for one of its infrastructures.
In this regard, the company highlighted that EDGE Zerp Carbon is one of the most important global sustainability recognitions granted to buildings. The certified plant is located in Panama City and neutralized its carbon emissions. In addition, 100% of the energy it uses comes from renewable sources. Management software was also implemented to improve the reliability of the equipment and the operation of the plant, as well as the control of CO2 emission and energy consumption.
Emergent Cold LatAm was also a pioneer in the industry by being the first company to receive this certification globally. In July 2024, the San Pedro de La Paz plant in Chile made history by being certified carbon neutral.
To achieve the EDGE Zero Carbon recognition, it is necessary to previously receive the EDGE Advanced certification, which establishes at least 40% energy savings and a 20% reduction in water consumption and in the energy incorporated into the materials used in the building. Chile's Emergent Cold LatAm plant has consumed 48% less energy and 68% less water.
"The standards established by EDGE certifications are global references. For this reason, we challenge ourselves and are very proud to promote important changes in our operations to achieve even higher savings results," says Moises Ventocilla, Director of Engineering at Emergent Cold LatAm.
"Sustainability is one of our values and we are committed to reducing the impacts of our operations on the environment. We already have 11 buildings with EDGE Advanced certification and two EDGE Zero Carbon plants. And our plans do not stop there, as we remain focused on our goal of applying the best sustainable practices in new construction and also in the remodeling of existing buildings," commented Ricardo Jacob, Vice President of Operations at Emergent Cold LatAm.
EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certifications are administered by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank, and aim to promote more sustainable and resource-efficient constructions around the world.
