The 3rd Tallest Office Building in Hong Kong Central Plaza Awarded 4 Platinum Building Certifications
Acknowledgement as a Green and Sustainable Grade-A Office BuildingCommitted to Optimising Service Quality in a Comfortable Environment
HONG KONG, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Central Plaza in Wan Chai is pleased to announce it has been awarded Platinum Rating in three environmental and sustainability related certificates. It also proudly received a Platinum ranking from WiredScore –a leading organisation in assessing building technology. – testament to Central Plaza's efforts in improving and upgrading its building facilities and system technologies with modern, greener and smarter offerings as well as staying abreast the wellbeing of its tenants.
Central Plaza Moves with the Times to Embrace Environmentally Sustainable Goals; Achieves BEAM PLUS & LEED in Platinum Recognitions
Central Plaza is committed to keeping up with the times by upgrading the quality of its property and creating Grade-A offices that meet the same energy efficiency standards as new buildings. Central Plaza received the BEAM Plus Platinum as well as Platinum recognition by Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) – the most recognised green building rating system globally. The BEAM Plus certification demonstrates a high level of sustainability measures in all aspects of management, operation and maintenance; while the LEED Platinum recognition demonstrates excellence in waste reduction and energy efficiency, confirming Central Plaza's achievements in upgrading its building facilities with sustainable goals in mind.
In the past 5 years, electricity consumption and carbon dioxide emissions at Central Plaza have been reduced by 10 and 30%respectively; and water consumption has been reduced by 24.4%. Central Plaza continuously monitors its energy consumption and promotes a number of measures in resource efficiency. These include the adoption of water-cooled chillers and electricity-free cooling paint, which significantly reduces energy consumption and has the highest platinum rating in The CIC Green Product Certification. Conventional lighting is replaced with efficient LED lighting; while continuously running escalators are replaced by those that only service on demand; and automatic sensing taps with low flow rate now take the place of manual taps.
Central Plaza Now a Quadruple Platinum-Recognition Holder
Its People-Oriented Ethos Garnered Certifications from WELL CORE and WiredScore, Promoting Tenant Well-being and Anticipating Future Needs
Central Plaza provides the best working environment for its tenants; it also implements an ongoing measurement of contaminant data to educate and empower occupants about their environmental quality in order to create a sustainable and healthy workspace environment. Central Plaza's People-Oriented ethos was awarded the WELL CORE Certification in recognition of features and practices to protect human health and well being – an acknowledgement that covers a number of physical and mental health concepts that enhance tenant comfort.
Central Plaza also achieved Platinum for WiredScore, a digital leader in building technology company assessment. It ensures that the future needs of organisations are met with office spaces featuring excellent technological facilities, further strengthening Central Plaza's position as the leading Grade-A office building in Hong Kong. Together with 'Green Building Environmental Assessment Method' (BEAM Plus) and 'Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design' (LEED), Central Plaza has officially become a Grade-A office with "Quadruple Platinum" building certifications.
Diversified Global Enterprises Set Up Office in Wan Chai's Prime Location
Central Plaza is a Grade-A office building located in the core business district of Wan Chai North; it is now the 3rd tallest office building in Hong Kong and a key landmark in the city. Central Plaza enjoys a premium location with excellent accessibility, connected to MTR Exhibition Centre Station and Wan Chai Station by a 3-minute walk; it also offers panoramic views of the Victoria Harbour on most floors, attracting a number of consulates in Hong Kong, as well as multinational corporations, public listed companies and local business organisations from different industries such as finance and investments, insurance, legal, accounting, energy, IT, electronics, media and real estate, testament to its panache in catering to the diverse the needs of companies in different sizes and different business natures as well the needs of both traditional and innovative industries.
Central Plaza's efforts in Promoting Sustainability Garner it "Quadruple Platinum" Building Certifications
Provide our tenants with a full range of the most comfortable and quality services and working environments
Central Plaza is committed to energy conservation. The challenges of achieving "Quadruple Platinum" building certifications for the 1992-built Central Plaza are relatively greater than those of newly completed buildings. Yet, Central Plaza continues to keep pace with the times and strives to maintain the quality of Grade-A offices so to provide a more desirable working environment for its tenants.
A representative from Central Plaza says, "As one of the Grade-A offices in the heart of Hong Kong's commercial districts, Central Plaza has long been devoted to optimising and improving building operations and facilities, continually upgrading our existing system and technologies, as well as striving for sustainable goals. Our 'Quadruple Platinum' recognition is the fuel and drive to our sustainable development and to provide our tenants with a full range of the most comfortable and quality services and working environments for the years to come."
About Central Plaza
Central Plaza, developed by a joint venture partnership comprising The Sino Group and Sun Hung Kai Properties, is a 75-storey Grade A office building with a 3-storey basement parking lot, totalling a height of approximately 374m. Along with the Annex, it offers approximately 1.18 million square feet of lettable space.
Central Plaza stands majestically in Wan Chai North's core business district and offering magnificent views of Victoria Harbour. Hong Kong Convention Exhibition Centre and a number of five-star hotels are just located within the vicinity. Central Plaza enjoys a premium location with excellent accessibility, connected to MTR Exhibition Centre Station and Wan Chai Station by a 3-minute walk. The MTR directly connects Lo Wu Control Point and Lok Ma Chau Control Point. Commuters can travel to all destinations in Hong Kong and Mainland China conveniently. The transportation network spans the entire city that making it convenient to travel to various border crossings and airport.
Please download high-resolution images here: https://bit.ly/3E1OaTa
The above press release was distributed by Above The Line PR on behalf of Central Plaza.
View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/the-3rd-tallest-office-building-in-hong-kong-central-plaza-awarded-4-platinum-building-certifications-302479000.html
SOURCE Central Plaza
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Yahoo
China's Tai'an Mining Equipment Accelerates 'Going Global'
TAI'AN, China, June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a report from the Shandong 0ffice of Hong Kong Business Daily. Recently, the "Vietnam China Shandong (Tai'an) Mining and Processing Technology Exhibition" was held in Vietnam to assist mining equipment enterprises in Tai'an City in exploring the Southeast Asian market. This exhibition is the first overseas self held exhibition of Tai'an's "Mount Taishan Brand Global Travel" campaign. A total of 21 mining equipment enterprises went to Vietnam to participate in this event, achieving an intended turnover of more than 50 million dollars, reaching more than 50 agency cooperation intentions, and achieving good trade results. This exhibition adopts a three in one model of "exhibition+trade docking+promotion", which provides a new platform for Sino Vietnamese mining equipment industry cooperation for enterprises. During the event, 126 buyers including Vietnam Coal Group were attracted to negotiate and connect. Tai'an Chuangdong New Material Technology Co., Ltd. signed a 1.2 million head order at the exhibition site, with an annual procurement scale of over 10 million US dollars, and simultaneously reached a memorandum of cooperation on new product technology. Shandong Ruiyu Mining Materials Processing Co., Ltd. seized the opportunity of cooperation in the raw material supply chain, opened up new growth points for subsequent business, successfully entered the largest support material supply chain system in Vietnam, and is expected to export over 2000 tons of goods annually. Tai'an Mount Taishan Huakun Machinery Co., Ltd. signed a technical cooperation memorandum with Yuemei Group on intelligent upgrading; Yongtai Mining Technology Co., Ltd. in Daiyue District, Tai'an City has obtained 5 customer process improvement needs, and 2 Vietnamese buyers plan to visit Thailand in June to inspect production lines and carry out deeper cooperation. The Tai'an Municipal Bureau of Commerce held a meeting to discuss the supply and demand of mining and processing technology equipment in Vietnam (Tai'an), and visited leading units in the Vietnamese coal mining industry such as the Vietnam Coal Mining Industry Group and the Vietnam Machinery Association. Next, Tai'an will continue to implement the activity of "Mount Taishan Brand Global Travel", organize and carry out key exhibitions such as "Russian International Construction and Construction Machinery Exhibition", "Sri Lanka Colombo Building Materials and Construction Machinery Exhibition", "Oman Construction Machinery and International Building Materials Exhibition", and help foreign trade enterprises in Tai'an expand emerging markets in Central Asia, the Middle East, Africa, etc. View original content: SOURCE Shandong Office of Hong Kong Business Daily
Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Yahoo
123Invent Inventor Develops Flexible Accessory to Support Growing Plants (LBT-3519)
PITTSBURGH , June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there should be a way to support the height and width of a plant as it grows," said an inventor, from Rochester, N.Y., "so I invented MCKINNON FARMING. My design helps uplift the plant for strong and healthy growth." The invention provides an effective way to support the height and thickness of a growing plant. In doing so, it helps strengthen the plant. As a result, it prevents plants from hanging and looking sloppy. The invention features a flexible design that is easy to use so it is ideal for individuals who grow various types of plants, gardeners, farmers, etc. MCKINNON FARMING is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, visit Or contact Al Mc Kinnon at 585-622-2814 or email info@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE InventHelp
Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Yahoo
2024 Cell and Gene Therapy Market Set for Breakthrough Growth, Says BCC Research
"Comprehensive Review Highlights Market Growth, Innovation, and Investment Trends Driving the Future of Cell and Gene Therapy Tools, Biomanufacturing, and Gene Synthesis" BOSTON, June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BCC Research announces the release of its "2024 Cell and Gene: Research Review," which forecasts strong and steady growth across several key areas of the cell and gene therapy (CGT) industry. This momentum is fueled by ongoing innovation, growing investments, and rising global demand for cutting-edge therapeutic solutions. Key Highlights: • Cell and Gene Therapy Tools, and Reagents: Global Markets: The market is projected to grow from $10.0 billion in 2024 to $16.7 billion by the end of 2029. Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR): 10.8%. • Cell Therapy Biomanufacturing: Global Markets: The market is projected to grow from $9.7 billion in 2024 to $16.7 billion by the end of 2029. CAGR: 11.5%. • Gene Synthesis: Technologies and Global Markets: The market is projected to grow from $2.0 billion in 2023 to $4.1 billion by the end of 2028. CAGR: 15.8%. Research Coverage and Insights:This Research Review provides a clear snapshot of the fast-moving cell and gene therapy (CGT) industry. It looks at how these technologies are being used across the entire development pipeline from early research to clinical use and large-scale manufacturing, while also examining the key trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the market. Key insights include:Broad Application Scope: CGT technologies are being applied in preclinical studies, clinical trials, therapeutic production, viral vector development, and personalized medicine. Investment-Driven Growth: A significant rise in funding and investment is accelerating innovation and expanding the CGT pipeline. Innovation at the Core: Breakthroughs in gene editing, cell modification, and biomanufacturing are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in modern medicine. Cost Challenges: Despite strong momentum, the high cost of therapy development continues to be a limiting factor for broader market adoption. Research Summary:The 2024 Cell and Gene: Research Review exemplifies the type of quantitative market data, analysis, and guidance that BCC Research has provided since 1971. This research review includes highlights and excerpts from the following reports published by BCC Research in 2024: • BIO208C Cell and Gene Therapy Tools, and Reagents: Global Markets. • BIO211B Cell Therapy Biomanufacturing: Global Markets. • BIO251A Gene Synthesis: Technologies and Global Markets. • BIO258A Global Automated and Closed Cell Therapy Market. • BIO225B Global Market for Cell and Gene Therapy. • BIO256A Global Live Cell Imaging Market. • BIO257A Global Single-cell Technologies Market. After accessing this Research Review and benefiting from its insight, we encourage you to explore the full portfolio of market research reports for a deeper understanding of each topic. BCC Research remains your trusted partner in market intelligence, and we are committed to supporting your future insights and decisions. Navigate Uncertainty with ConfidenceIn times of rapid change and uncertainty, having the right insights can make all the difference. At BCC Research, we are here to support innovation and help you stay ahead. Our custom research reports provide a comprehensive, 360-degree view of your market landscape, giving you the clarity you need to make informed decisions. We believe that timely, expert market intelligence should be accessible to all. That is why, for a limited time, we are offering 30% off the price of any BCC Research report to help more organizations gain access to our latest data and insights. For further information on any of the reports or to make a purchase, contact us at info@ About BCC Research BCC Research market research reports provide objective, unbiased measurement, and assessment of market opportunities. Our experienced industry analysts' goal is to help you make informed business decisions free of noise and hype. Contact Us Corporate HQ: 50 Milk St. Ste 16, Boston, MA 02109, USAEmail: info@ +1 781-489-7301For media inquiries, email press@ or visit our media page for access to our market research data and analysis extracted from this press release must be accompanied by a statement identifying BCC Research LLC as the source and publisher. Logo: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BCC Research LLC Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
