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Summary of Sustainable Materials Market in Mexico

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FACTS ON THE SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS MARKET IN MEXICO The purpose of this document is to provide an overview regarding the context of the construction in Mexico, its relationship with sustainability and the role of the sustainable materials in such field. This begins with the understanding of the efforts made in the subject of sustainability at the national level, the regulatory framework and the level of knowledge identified in the field. Date: August 2014 Language: English Number of pages: 44 .1

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1. INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE ______________5 2. CONSTRUCTION SECTOR IN MEXICO___________6 2.1. Activity in the sector and impact ________________ 6 2.2. Trend _________________________________ 7

3. SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION IN MEXICO _____8 3.1. Drivers for sustainable construction ____________ 10 3.3. Regulation _____________________________ 12 3.4. Certifications ___________________________ 14 3.4.1. National evaluation and certification systems ____ 14 3.4.1.1. Sustainable Buildings Certification Program for Mexico City _______________________________ 14 3.4.1.2. MEES (Sustainable Buildings Evaluation Method) 15 3.4.2. International Certification _________________ 15 3.5. Incentives and supports ____________________ 16 3.6. Promotion and dissemination _________________17

4. SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS ___20 4.1. Sustainable materials definition and characteristics _ 20 4.2. Standards ______________________________ 20 4.3. Certifications ___________________________ 22 4.4. Promotion and dissemination ________________ 24 4.5. Supply in Mexico _________________________ 26 4.6. Building materials market behavior ____________ 37

5. CONCLUSIONS _____________________________42 6. APPENDIX _________________________________43 6.1. Sources consulted ________________________ 43

List of tables and figures

Table 1: Strategic sectors and investment distribution ...................................................................................................................... 6 Table 2: Standards associated to sustainable construction in water-related issues......................................................................... 13 Table 3: Standards related to sustainable construction in energy matters ...................................................................................... 13 Table 4: Number of projects per certification type in 2013 ............................................................................................................... 16 Table 5: Private and public funding sources ...................................................................................................................................... 16 Table 6: Mexican Standards associated with construction materials ............................................................................................... 21 Table 7: ISO Standards associated to materials and life cycle .......................................................................................................... 21 Table 8: ISO Standards associated to materials and environmental labeling ................................................................................. 22 Table 9: Producers or distributors of 'green' materials in Mexico ................................................................................................... 26 Table 10: Overview of materials and supplies for sustainable construction.................................................................................... 33 Table 11: Production value of products in the construction sector ...................................................................................................37 Table 12: Sale value of products in the construction sector ............................................................................................................. 38 Table 13: Value and share of Mexican suppliers to Switzerland in 2012 .......................................................................................... 41

Figure 1: Distribution of the sustainbale materials supply in Mexico ............................................................................................. 32 Figure 2: Exports in the construction sector (value in millions of dollars) ..................................................................................... 39 Figure 3: Imports in the construction sector (value in millions of dollars) ..................................................................................... 40

1. Introduction and objective The purpose of this document is to provide an overview of the construction context in Mexico, its connection with sustainability and the role of sustainable materials in such field. It seeks an understanding of the achievements in sustainability issues at a national level, national regulations, and the level of knowledge on the field. Understanding such issues will allow for an adequate foundation for the implementation of sustainable practices in Mexico, as well as creating awareness of the critical elements linked to sustainability and construction, to allow decision-makers to define research and action lines for this market. With the purpose of providing a broad scope of the context of sustainable construction in Mexico, and in order to understand the relevance of sustainable materials in such field, we must first understand the background information of sustainability in Mexico and its relationship with the construction industry. Mexico has shown a vast commitment with the international agenda in terms of environmental preservation and protection, participating in over 90 agreements and protocols, being considered a leader in areas such as climate change and biodiversity. Early in this presidential administration, the development of certain sectors was approached with a perspective of sustainability, and the National Plan for Development (2013-2018) stipulates the need to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Foster economic growth and development of strategic sectors, while guaranteeing that the natural resources continue providing the environmental services our welfare depends onâ&#x20AC;?. This was the driver for the creation of laws and regulatory frameworks on the matter, encouraging strategic sectors to integrate such an approach in their processes, services and products, and implementing education plans for the Mexican people in general to modify their spending habits and lifestyles. From the action lines offered in the National Plan for Development (PND)1 2013-2018, construction, and more specifically sustainable construction, is established as a trigger of green growth nation-wide.

Plan Nacional de Desarrollo

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2. Construction Sector in Mexico This section provides an overview of construction activities in Mexico and its impact in the following years regarding the planning of the six-year presidential term. It enlists the sectors of larger investment and their trends.

2.1. ACTIVITY IN THE SECTOR AND IMPACT The construction sector faced deceleration during 2013 due to budget allocation, among other factors. This had an impact on the startup of the sector activities in 2014, as shown by its value, which, according to El Financiero2, “in February of 2013 reached 34.6 billion pesos, while in February of 2014, it reached 33.2 billion”. According to data from the CMIC3, the construction field activity index had an accumulated annual variation of -2.5% compared to 2013 figures for the January-May period. However, the 2014 forecast is different, a recovery in the second semester is expected with a 3.2% GDP increase according to Financial Entities, and 2.7% for GDP from Construction activities, according to the Economic and Financing Management entity.4. Infrastructure construction in a context of environmental protection is one of the governing axes of the CMIC, implemented through the 2014-2018 National Infrastructure Plan5. The plan includes a portfolio of 740 projects and resources for 7.7 trillion pesos, considering public (63.0%) and private (37.0%) funding sources for six strategic sectors.

Table 1: Strategic sectors and investment distribution

SECTOR

ENTITY

SUM (MILLION PESOS)

TOTAL INVESTMENT PERCENTAGE

Energy

Pemex and CFE

3,897,902

53%

Rural and Urban Development

SEDATU

1,860,741

25%

Communications and Transportation

SCT

1,037,346

14%

Hydraulic

334,367

Tourism

334,367

Health

61,339

Sources: Table created using CMIC figures

See <http://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/empresas/construccion-retomara-dinamismo-esperan-crecimiento-de-en-2014.html> Cámara Mexicana de la Industria de la Construcción (National Chamber for the Construction Industry) CMIC, Monthly Report: GDP Growth Forecasts, Mexico, April of 2014 5 See <http://www.cmic.org/cmic/economiaestadistica/2014/PNI%202014-2018.pdf> 6 Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX) 7 Comisión Federal de Electricidad (Federal Electricity Commission) 3 4

8 Secretaría de Desarrollo Agrario, Territorial y Urbano (Ministry of Argarian, Territorial and Urban Development) 9

Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes (Ministry of Communications and Transportation)

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It is important to emphasize the relevance of construction investment in the rural and urban development arena, which encompasses housing projects, since the latter are going through a momentum in terms of sustainability. It is expected that, in 2050, Mexico will have approximately 121 million residents, and 600,000 new houses will be built on an annual basis during the next decade.10

2.2. TREND Nation-wide, at different sublevels, the trend is to foster and move the construction industry and its players (builders, designers, architects and regulators) towards adopting a consistent approach for sustainable construction at every stage, starting with the definition of mechanisms and regulatory frameworks that provide the benchmark required in order to achieve good, effective practices. This opens the possibility to increase research, development and marketing of products that contribute to lowcarbon construction. In the meantime, in EU countries that operate under mandatory construction codes, official standards and certifications, the trend is to move towards “zero energy”, a requirement for 2020.

CONAVI-SEMARNAT, NAMA Apoyada para la Vivienda Sustentable en México – Acciones de Mitigación y Paquetes Financieros, México, 2012, p. 2. Accesible en: http://www.conavi.gob.mx/viviendasustentable

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3. Sustainable Construction in Mexico The construction sector needs to modify its production and consumption patterns into new, sustainable ones due to the GHG releases11 from its processes, impact from used resources, and energy and water consumption 12. For analysis purposes we will focus on building projects, given their relevance the National Infrastructure Plan and being an area with more initiatives in progress in the country. The term of sustainable building13, according to the Environmental Cooperation Committee, “refers to the use of practices and materials that respect the environment (also known as materials with an environmental advantage or environmentally preferred materials) in the planning, design, location, construction, operation and demolition of buildings”. In Mexico sustainability has been applied in buildings in different ways, the following are some examples of this. Some regions of the country are known to use sustainable building practices. Such is the case of Huixquilucan, where houses are built of straw, considered a planet- friendly option by the Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources of the federal government. In this municipality of the State of Mexico, architects and builders use straw, adobe, livestock feces, wood and clay as their main building materials. This type of houses helps make better use of natural resources, do not generate contaminants and is inexpensive. They are also very useful in areas of scarce resources and extreme weather.

Another case of sustainable construction is TuboHotel, designed by T3arc Architecture. This unique hotel is built from recycled concrete pipe, providing the possibility of a hotel for the Tepoztlán tourism activities fast. It was a totally new concept for the region at a very affordable cost.

Greenhouse gas emissions Ministry of the Interior, Environmental and Natural Resources Sectorial Program 2013-2018, Mexico, 2013. See: http://www.dof.gob.mx/nota_detalle.php?codigo=5326214&fecha=12/12/2013 13 CCA uses the Spanish term “sustainable construction” as an equivalent to “green building”, even though the most accurate translation would be “ecological building” Sustainability is a broader term that encompasses environmental, economic, and social aspects. 12

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Sustainable construction is not only found in rural areas; the HSBC Tower, located in the Paseo de la Reforma, in Mexico City, is the first of its kind in environmentally friendly buildings in Mexico and Latin America. Its construction was completed in 2006 and obtained the Gold certification system LEED for contributing to sustainable development and the conservation of the environment.

The Dos Patios building, headquarters of Siemens, completed in 2012, is the first in Mexico to obtain double certification in leadership in energy and environmental design (LEED), in the Interiors of Commercial Buildings category, as well as Core and Enclosure. Offices there use 105 thousand LED lamps that reduce power consumption by more than 30 percent. In addition, the complex has a wastewater treatment system, which decreases up to 20 per cent of the total expenditure on potable water.

The Vasconcelos Library of architect Alberto Kalach was designed to offer a public space for various activities and a botanical garden that would work as a vent in the Mexico City center. It manages to make the most of natural lighting and ventilation through large windows that let in the daytime clarity and clean air of the gardens that surround it. All of the building floors were made with resistant glass that allows the passage of outside light, providing clarity to the environments. All this is enhanced by a green roof with vegetation that help keep it fresh. FACTS ON THE SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS MARKET IN MEXICO

Another example outside the metropolitan area is located in Puebla, in Cotainer City, by Gabril Esper Caram. It is a space made from recycled ocean containers, with restaurants, galleries, bars and shops. The sustainability of this city is reinforced by its installations - piping, decoration and floors, many of which were made with reused materials.

The 2013 National Green Building Survey 14 identified the most relevant benefits of sustainable buildings, such as: energy and operational cost savings, sustainability commitment and environmental improvement. Among the environmental benefits, energy consumption and water preservation stand out, as well as GHG emission reduction. The challenges for sustainable buildings lie in the uncertainty of the returns on investment and the need to inform the project owners regarding the benefits of green construction; as well as the lack of staff trained on sustainability issues. The following are some important factors that influence such a vision:

3.1. DRIVERS FOR SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION As of 2008, Mexico has adopted critical measures to drive sustainable development in the housing sector through technical capacity, pilot projects, and coordination of the key players and decision-makers in the Sustainable Housing Cross-Board. The housing and urban development sectors have been considered priorities, viewed as critical elements for the development of the country. The government sector has focused on public policies, regulations and programs that foster, assess and enforce the legislation aimed to improve the quality of life of the individuals through sustainable constructions. According to SEMARNAT15, the topic of sustainable construction has focused in the direct impacts of energy efficiency. However, it has failed to consider:      

Water efficiency Comprehensive solid waste management Risk prevention Location effects (efficient use of urban land) Connectivity Materials used (efficient use of resources)

With the purpose of dealing with these issues, planning instruments 16 were created for production and sustainable consumption issues in the field of construction and housing. These are:

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CONAVI17 Guide, Criteria and indicators for sustainable housing developments, 2008.

Revitaliza Consultores, National Survey on Green Buildings, survey on the perception of sustainable construction in Mexico, February 2013. See: http://www.sume.org.mx/SUMe_Sustentabilidad_para_Mexico_AC/ACTIVIDADES_files/Encuesta%20de%20Edificacio%CC%81n%20Verde. pdf 15 Ministry of the Environment and Natural Resources 16 SEMARNAT, Special sustainable production and consumption program, Mexico. See: http://www.semarnat.gob.mx/transparencia/paginas/programaspnd.aspx 17 National Housing Commission

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Developed by CONAVI, its purpose is to provide a guideline with criteria to achieve a greater number of Sustainable Housing Developments in Mexico and contribute to lower environmental impact within healthy and prosperous communities. 

Housing construction code, second edition, 2010. A project driven by CONAVI with the aim or regulating essential aspects of the process of housing construction, incorporating regulations for the development of a safe, reliable, habitable and sustainable constructions in an orderly, well balanced urban context. This is in order to set forth the obligations and responsibilities of the players involved in the process, guaranteeing quality through the compliance of basic housing and collective housing requirements, and protection of the users’ interests.

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National Housing Program, 2007-2012, for sustainable housing development. Developed by CONAVI and the Mexican Presidency, it presents the objectives, strategies and actions suggested by the Federal Government, from the identification of the main challenges the country faces in housing matters. One of its objectives is driving sustainable housing developments.

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National Strategy for sustainable housing, 2013. It is a joint effort of CONAVI-INFONAVIT18, SHF19, CONUEE20, CONAGUA21, GIZ22 and the British Embassy. Its overall purpose is to improve the quality of life of the residents of social housing projects, while guaranteeing social, economic and environmental sustainability in the housing sector in Mexico.

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NAMA of Sustainable Housing in Mexico. It is a Mexican effort along with national and international cooperation players, with the purpose to mitigate emissions in the housing sector by supplying additional funding to improve energy efficiency and reduce fossil fuel and water consumption through the implementation of eco-technologies, architectural design improvements and the use of efficient construction materials.

The Special Production and Sustainable Consumption Program classifies the construction and sustainable housing sector as one that can drive the adoption of sustainable practices in its production processes and in the consumption of goods and services, because it involves processes, materials, services and products from other sectors in its processes.

3.2. KEY PLAYERS In the national context the key players that have served as promoters, researchers, developers and regulators in the field of sustainable construction were identified. They have undertaken a number of efforts to drive and make sustainability in the construction industry a reality in Mexico. However, greater collaboration and coordination is needed among them to achieve sufficient drive. Government entities are the main regulators of the construction industry and they work in collaboration with civil society, academic and industrial entities to produce the mechanisms to set the parameters to achieve sustainable construction, as well as to create evaluation and proper certification instruments. Scholars of both the public and private sector have conducted research efforts with the purpose to engage in public policies, collaborate with government entities to develop regulatory instruments, and raise awareness among the public in general.

National Worker Housing Fund Institute Federal Mortgage Society National Commission on Efficient Energy Use 21 National Water Commission 22 Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit 19 20

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The construction industry focuses mainly in the research and development of new products and services to cover the needs of sustainable construction. Such efforts are important drivers in the sector. Organizations and associations that promote sustainable construction in Mexico were identified. These have the purpose of working with the different players of the sector to disseminate information, provide training and consultancy services to adopt better practices and achieve certifications in the future.

3.3. REGULATION In Mexico, one of the main barriers to drive sustainable construction is in the regulatory arena, due to a lag in regulations, construction codes, urban planning tools and systems to classify sustainable buildings. Only 72 out of 2,435 municipalities have construction regulation. Due to the lack of local regulations, municipalities turn to the state regulation. However, in many cities, certain aspects of the regulations are not fully applied, as is the case with those related with water and electricity systems, due to their number and technical complexity, as well as the lack of capacity and knowledge of municipal employees. In general, construction regulations display thematic and technical variation, and lack certain elements and a comprehensive or systemic approach to be sustainable. Currently, the Housing Construction Code (CEV) is used, given the lack of regulation sensitive to bioclimatic characteristics. However, its application is voluntary. In Section 6, Chapter 27 of CEV23, which focuses on Sustainability, the guidelines for sustainable housing design in Mexico are set forth. This marked the introduction of sustainability topics with a long-term vision to create an evaluation and certification system. This chapter considers aspects of the current backup regulation, and their mandatory compliance. Moreover, it provides recommendations for the use of certain elements to generate a sustainable design. So far only one specific standard, promoted by SEMARNAT, has been created in terms of building and sustainable housing: standard NMX-AA-164-SCFI-201324, which sets the minimum environmental criteria and requirements of a sustainable building, in order to contribute in the mitigation of their environmental impact and foster the sustainable exploitation of natural resources, without neglecting the socioeconomic issues that guarantee their feasibility, habitability, and integration with the urban and natural surroundings. Te compliance with this Mexican Standard is of voluntary for all buildings located inside the national territory, whether public or private, which serve different purposes, such as housing, commercial use, provision of services or of industrial nature. The National Entity for Construction Standardization and Certification (Organismo Nacional de Normalizaci贸n y Certificaci贸n de la Construcci贸n y Edificaci贸n, S.C., ONNCCE)25 is a civil society organization recognized by the Ministry of Economy, dedicated to standardization, certification and verification activities. It has the purpose of contributing to the improvement of the quality of the products, processes, systems and services. At the end of 2012, ONNCCE extended its services, becoming recognized as a Verification Unit before the EMA26, with the approval of the National Committee for the Efficient Use of the Energy (CONUEE). The following are the Mexican Standards in force in the matter of sustainable construction. It is worth noting that the Official Mexican Standards (NOM) are mandatory, while non-official Mexican Standards (NMX) are voluntary.

See <http://www.conavi.gob.mx/php/publicaciones/documentos/CEV%20PDF.pdf> See <http://www.dof.gob.mx/nota_detalle.php?codigo=5312875&fecha=04/09/2013> See <http://www.onncce.org.mx/index.php> 26 Mexican Accreditation Unit 24 25

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Table 2: Standards associated to sustainable construction in water-related issues

STANDARD

DESCRIPTION

NOM-015-CONAGUA-2007

Artificial water infiltration to the aquifer – Characteristics and specifications of the works and water.

NOM-014-CONAGUA-2003

Requirements for artificial reloading of aquifers with treated wastewater.

NOM-013-CONAGUA-2000

Potable water distribution networks – Airtightness and test methods specification.

NOM-010-CONAGUA-2000

Inlet and outlet valve for toilet tank– specifications and test methods

NOM-009-CONAGUA-2001

Toilets for sanitary use. Specifications and test methods

NOM-008-CONAGUA-1998

Body showers– Specifications and test methods

NOM-005-CONAGUA-1996

Flowmeters – Specifications and test methods

NOM-007-CONAGUA-1997

Security requirements for the construction and operation of water tanks.

NOM-003-CONAGUA-1996

Requirements during the construction of water extraction wells to prevent aquifer contamination.

NOM-001-CONAGUA-2011

Potable water system, household water take and sanitary sewage system - Airtightness-. Specifications and test methods.

NMX-AA-006-SCFI-2010

Water analysis – Determination of floating materials in wastewater and treated wastewater. Test methods.

Sources: Table prepared using data from the National Gazette.

Table 3: Standards related to sustainable construction in energy matters

STANDARD

DESCRIPTION

NOM-028-ENER-2010

Energy efficiency of lamps for general use. Limits and test methods.

NOM-023-ENER-2010

Energy efficiency in split air conditioning systems, free discharge and free of air pipes. Limits, test methods and labeling.

NOM-020-ENER-2011

Energy efficiency in buildings. Building enclosures, housing purposes.

NOM-018-ENER-2011

Thermal insulation for buildings. Characteristics and test methods.

NOM-016-ENER-2010

Energy efficiency of alternate electricity, single-phase, induction, squirrel cage, air- cooled motors with nominal power 0,746 to 373 KW. Limits, test methods and labeling.

NOM-015-ENER-2002

Energy efficiency of household refrigerators and freezers. Limits, test methods and labeling.

NOM-014-ENER-2004

Energy efficiency of alternate electricity, single-phase, induction, squirrel cage, air- cooled motors with nominal power 0,180 - 1,500 KW. Limits, test methods and labeling.

NOM-013-ENER-2004

Energy efficiency of streetlight systems for outdoor areas.

NOM-011-ENER-2006

Energy efficiency of air central type, package or split air conditioning systems. Limits, test methods and labeling.

NOM-010-ENER-2004

Energy efficiency of deep well submersible pump – Limits, test methods.

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NOM-008-ENER-2001

Energy efficiency in buildings, non-residential building enclosures.

NOM-007-ENER-2004

Energy efficiency in streetlights for nonresidential buildings

NOM-006-ENER-1995

Energy efficiency in electromechanical systems for deep-well pump. Limits, test methods.

NOM-005-ENER-2012

Energy efficiency clothing washers. Limits, test methods and labeling.

NOM-004-ENER-2008

Energy efficiency of pumps and engine-pump ensembles for clean water, from 0,187 KW to 0,746 Kw-Limits, Limits, test methods, and labeling.

NOM-003-ENER-2011

Electric-lighting products for indoor and outdoor use. Safety specifications and test methods.

NOM-001-ENER-2000

Electric-lighting products for indoor and outdoor use. Safety specifications and test methods.

NOM-064-SCFI-2000

Electric-lighting products for indoor and outdoor use. Safety specifications and test methods.

NOM-021-ENER/SCFI-2008

Energy efficiency and safety requirements for fluorescent balustrade compact lamps. Limits and test methods.

NMX-C-460-ONNCCE-2009

Construction industry. – Thermal insulation– “R” value for housing enclosures by thermal area for the Mexican Republic – Specifications and verification.

NMX-ES-004-NORMEX-2010

Solar energy – Thermal evaluation of solar systems for water heating – Test method.

NMX-ES-001-NORMEX-2005

Solar energy. Thermal performance and functionality of solar collectors for water heating – Test methods and labeling.

Sources: Table created using data from the Official Gazette

3.4. CERTIFICATIONS In general, in the field there is insufficient knowledge of evaluation and certification systems, either national or international. According to data from the National Green Building Survey, experts in the field consider that the policies and certification programs in Mexico move forward very slowly and are not disseminated adequately.

3.4.1. National evaluation and certification systems The instruments set forth in section 3.1 above are a reflection of the need for certifications at a national level that guarantee the fulfillment of the regulations, as well as the expected quality and sustainability levels. However, in spite of several attempts in this matter, there is not a Mexican certification system with national validity yet. The following efforts were identified. 3.4.1.1. Sustainable Buildings Certification Program for Mexico City In 2008 SEMARNAT led the initiative for the Sustainable Buildings Certification Programs of Mexico City l27, an instrument for environmental policy planning aimed at transforming and adapting current and future buildings under outlines based in sustainability and environmental efficiency criteria. It has the purpose of 27

See <http://www.sma.df.gob.mx/sma/links/download/archivos/programa_certificacion_edificaciones_sustentables.pdf>

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contributing to the preservation of natural resources in social welfare and improving the quality of life of Mexico City residents. The purpose of the program is to sponsor and encourage the reduction of contaminating emissions and the efficient use of natural resources in building design and construction works in Mexico City, based on sustainability and environmental efficiency criteria through the implementation and certification of a voluntary regulation process and grant economic incentives. It includes 3 categories for Certification, Compliance, Efficiency and Excellence, according to the degree of compliance with the sustainability criteria, which relate to:     

Energy Water Quality of life and social responsibility Environmental impact and other types of impact Solid waste

3.4.1.2. MEES (Sustainable Buildings Evaluation Method)28 The Mexican Institute of Sustainable Buildings developed this method. It provides owners of buildings and operators with a concise framework to identify and undertake sustainable building projects that are measurable during their practice, construction, operation, and maintenance. It is an award to the best-applied practices through a sustainable certification system, with verification by third parties. It is granted to buildings designed and constructed using the strategies destined to improve performance in the following metrics: energy saving, efficient water use, CO2 emission reduction, improvement of environmental quality in indoor environments, and resource management. MEES is supervised by an independent sustainability committee, which represents a wide sample of the construction industry. The method includes 10 sustainability categories:          

Materials and Carbon Dioxide Emissions maintenance Sustainable sites and Ecology Transportation Water efficiency Energy Materials Health and environmental welfare Design Innovation Regional priorities Administration

3.4.2. International Certification Professionals of the sector recognize the value of international systems of certification. However, in practice, it is common for construction projects to consider the criteria in the project without filing for the certification. This is due to the fact that the costs of the projects increase when they include certification. In spite of the existence of several certifications worldwide, such as BREEAM in the United Kingdom, BEPAC in Canada, GBTOOL in the United States of America, Green Star in Australia and CASBEE in Japan, the most recognized in the country and the current reference is the LEED29 certification. 28

See <http://imes.mex.tl/intro.html>

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The Mexican government, academic institutions and associations consider international certification systems as a benchmark in their task to build a system that best adapts to the national reality. The number of LEED-certified projects in Mexico has increased in the last years. However , the number of projects authorized is still small. In 2013, from 256 registered projects, only 45 obtained the certification. This is a vast increase compared to 2010, when 11 out of 80 projects obtained the certification. Out of the certified projects in 2013, the majority (15) has the Gold level certification, and only 6 projects achieved Platinum.

Table 4: Number of projects per certification type in 2013

CERTIFICATION

REGISTERED

CERTIFIED

115

LEED EBOM

LEED CI

LEED C & S

LEED School NC

LEED Retail

LEED Retail CI

LEED ND

LEED FOR HEALTHCARE

LEED NC

Sources: http://www.sume.org.mx/SUMe_Sustentabilidad_para_Mexico_AC/LEED_EN_MEXICO_files/LEED%20en%20MĂŠxico_1.pdf

As for professionals, in 2013, 230 were accredited in LEED, out of which the majority obtained the LEED Green Associate (104) and LEED AP Building Design + Construction (104). Another international reference is the Living Building Challenge30, in which Mexico is an affiliate since 2009, however, there is no information available regarding the current situation of the buildings in regards to this certification. This is a certification program that covers all types of constructions at any scale, a comprehensive tool for a transformative design, aimed at achieving social fairness, cultural richness, and environmentally friendliness in the future. The challenge attempts to set more ambitious goals, defines modern criteria for sustainability attainable in our times, and takes actions to reduce the existing gap between the current limits and the ideal solutions.

3.5. INCENTIVES AND SUPPORTS Instruments and incentives of the Federal Government and international entities were identified, which promote sustainable practices in the field of construction and sustainable housing. Table 5: Private and public funding sources

SOURCE AND ENTITY

DESCRIPTION

Fund for scientific and technological

Trust created to provide solutions to the main problems affecting

29 30

Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design VĂŠase <http://living-future.org/ilfi>

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development to foster production and housing funding and the growth of the housing sector. CONAVI-CONACYT

the housing sector.

Municipal competitiveness in housing matters program. INFONAVIT

It seeks to identify and promote better housing and sustainable urban development practices, and to offer assistance in the creation of action plans where not available, in municipalities seeking to correct identified opportunity areas.

Green Mortgage Program INFONAVIT

A program that seeks to reduce the consumption of water, electricity, and gas, while generating money savings to protect natural resources. An additional amount is granted for all the houses that are purchased through it to be furnished with echotechnologies.

This is your house, program CONAVI

It provides support for low-income individuals to obtain adequate, decent housing with Federal Government subsidy, which applies to all the following: Acquisition of new * or previously owned houses, house improvement, acquisition of land with services included, selfconstruction or self-production of housing. *In this case the house must be sustainable according to the guidelines set by the program.

Green fund for climate. UN

Multilateral mechanism to fund the struggle against climate change in developing countries. To be commissioned by the second semester of 2014.

Fund for Clean Technologies WORLD BANK â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BID

It focuses on the reinforcement of the efforts by national authorities to reduce carbon footprint and promote the deployment of efficient measures. It also supports the regulatory reforms under the Special Program for Climate Change, an initiative of the Mexican Government.

Fund for Clean Technologies. BID-SHF-KfW

Funding to support the EcoCasa program proposed by NAMA, as well as an incentive for developers and building companies with the purpose to design and produce efficient housing projects.

Fund of competitiveness CONAVI-INFONAVIT-SHF

Fund to promote sustainability codes and urban development programs.

Sources: Special Program for Sustainable Production and Consumption (PEPyCS) 2014-2018, http://www.cinu.mx/minisitio/FondoVerdeClima/, NAMA for Sustainable Housing in Mexicoâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mitigation Actions and Financial Packages.

3.6. PROMOTION AND DISSEMINATION Different drivers were identified regarding sustainable construction across different sectors, public, private and civil society, with the purpose to add into the efforts for Mexico to achieve guided and evaluated sustainability practices in the construction arena.

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Asociación de empresas para el ahorro de energía en la edificación, A.C. (Organizations for construction related energy saving) Aimed at working with public entities and private companies in Mexico, in order to increase the size of the market for products and services offered by the affiliated partners, through the positioning of Energy Efficiency in Construction as the most feasible solution for Mexico to participate in the reduction of Greenhouse Gas emission in sustainable development to mitigate climate change and guarantee power supply in the country. http://www.ahorroenergia.org.mx/portal/ The Green Building Mexican Council Non-profit Organization devoted to the dissemination of knowledge and promotion of best practices to improve the environmental performance of buildings, promoting an environmentally sustainable construction sector. The Council is an alliance of construction leaders from the public and private sectors. http://www.circuloverde.com.mx/es/cont/CMES/Organismos.shtml Institute for Renewable Energy Institute of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) whose mission is conducting basic scientific research on energy, with emphasis on renewable energy. It contributes to the development of sustainable energy technologies; conducts research, consultancy and training for different sectors of society; train specialized human resources, and disseminating lessons learned for the benefit of the country. http://xml.ier.unam.mx/xml/ Engineering Institute Institute of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) whose mission is to contribute to the development of the country and welfare through engineering research, human resources training and creating bonds with society. Areas of research: ecosystems, energy, infrastructure, soil sciences, planning, water resources, information technologies, transportation and housing. http://www.iingen.unam.mx/es-mx/Paginas/default.aspx Instituto Mexicano del Edificio Inteligente, A.C. (Mexican smart building institute) A group of companies and professionals connected with the “Smart Building” concept with the purpose of disseminating concepts related with planning, construction, equipment and operation of smart buildings, promoting the appropriate use of technologies and strengthening the market by promoting business benefits to investors, suppliers, as well as end users. http://www.imei.org.mx/index.php?option=com_content&view=frontpage&Itemid=1 Mexican Institute of Sustainable Buildings (IMES) Civil society, nonprofit organization with participation in the industrial, governmental and civil society sectors. This entity was born as a result of a genuine concern to guarantee sustainable development in the design, construction, maintenance and operation of buildings with low environmental and energy impact. http://imes.mex.tl/688404_MEES.html

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Life Cycle Analysis Network Formed by organizations (universities, research centers, standardizing entities, companies and associations, among others). It aims to lead the Life Cycle Analysis for Mexico efforts, and to improve the life cycle approach in decision-making at different levels: consumers, government, business, and academy, in order to contribute to sustainability. http://sitios.iingen.unam.mx/ciclodevida/ Sustentabilidad para MĂŠxico, A. C. (Sustainability for Mexico) Created as an integrated, transparent and democratic proposal, in order to bring together companies and professionals concerned about developing real and efficient sustainable projects, looking for a platform to integrate such projects. http://www.sume.org.mx/SUMe_Sustentabilidad_para_Mexico_AC/INICIO.html

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4. Sustainable Construction Materials Materials, as we know, play an important role in a construction project being considered sustainable or not. Certification systems consider this item, as is the case for the Mexican construction guidelines and codes. However, there is no consensus on what sustainable material is. Materials that support low energy consumption, with processes that use recycled materials are preferred.

4.1. SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS DEFINITION AND CHARACTERISTICS Sustainable materials are defined according to the environmental impact generated throughout their life cycle. Strictly speaking, sustainable materials, also known as green materials, are:  Those with low to zero environmental impact in their extraction, manufacture, operation and disposal processes.  Those with economically feasible production and distribution  Those that do not compromise the life quality of living beings related to it, including human beings, during their life cycle. Under this perspective life cycle is described as follows:  Raw materials from renewable sources or sustainably managed  Using recycled elements during their production  Local production  Handling and use of waste generated during their production  Reusable and/or recyclable at the end of their use life This is a vision shared by industry players. However, producers and developers are still in disagreement regarding the attributes of sustainable materials. For some, it is enough to cover one of the features, the perspective of whole life cycle is not considered, which complicates the task of identifying real sustainable materials in Mexico.

4.2. STANDARDS Overall, there are Mexican Standards and Official Mexican Standard, which regulate the production of materials, monitoring quality standards. However, there are no national standards regulating materials in terms of sustainability. In general, standards listed in paragraph 3.3 are those linked to Green Building. CEV provides that “The use of construction products and systems regulated by standards shall be privileged, as well as those considered environmentally friendly considering their life cycle from extraction of raw materials to the end of product life, which comply with ISO-1440 to 49, materials with low environmental impact in their manufacture and with environmental label as per ISO-14020 al 24”.31 In addition to these international standards, Mexican Standards in environmental management shall be applied.

CONAVI- Housing Construction Code, second edition, Mexico, 2010.

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Table 6: Mexican Standards associated with construction materials

STANDARD

DESCRIPTION

NMX-SAA-14044-IMNC-2008

Environmental Management – Life Cycle Analysis - Requirements and guidelines.

NMX-SAA-14040-IMNC-2008

Environmental Management – Life Cycle Analysis – Principles and frameworks.

NMX-SAA-14025-IMNC-2008

Environmental Management – Labels and Environmental Statements – Type III Environmental Statement– Principles and procedures.

Sources: CONAVI. Housing Construction Code, 2010.

Table 7: ISO Standards associated to materials and life cycle

STANDARD

DESCRIPTION

ISO 14040:2006

Environmental management – Life cycle assessment – Principles and framework

ISO 14041:1998

Environmental management — Life cycle assessment — Goal and scope definition and inventory analysis

ISO 14042:2000

Environmental management — Life cycle assessment — Life cycle impact assessment

ISO 14043:2000

Environmental management — Life cycle assessment — Life cycle interpretation

ISO 14044:2006

Environmental management – Life cycle assessment – Requirements and guidelines

ISO/WD 14045

Eco-efficiency assessment – Principles and requirements

ISO 14046:2014

Environmental management -- Water footprint -- Principles, requirements and guidelines

ISO/TR 14047:2003

Environmental management – Life cycle impact assessment – Examples of application of ISO 14042

ISO/TS 14048:2002

Environmental management – Life cycle assessment – Data documentation format

ISO/TR 14049:2000

Environmental management – Life cycle assessment – Examples of application of ISO 14041 to goal and scope definition and inventory analysis

Sources: http://www.iso.org

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Table 8: ISO Standards associated to materials and environmental labeling

STANDARD

DESCRIPTION

ISO 14020:2000

Environmental labels and declarations – General principles

ISO 14021:1999

Environmental labels and declarations – Self-declared environmental claims (Type II environmental labeling)

ISO 14023

Environmental management — Life cycle assessment — Life cycle interpretation

ISO 14024:1999

Environmental label and declarations – Type I environmental labeling – Principles and procedures

Sources: http://www.iso.org

4.3. CERTIFICATIONS In the field of construction materials, it is difficult to find certifications according to their sustainability. However, national and international certifications for some products, such as wooden supplies for construction, or products that provide energy efficiency or savings in water consumption mainly were identified. Some professionals consider the red list of materials published by the Living Building Challenge as a reference for their designs, since it contains materials that should be avoided in construction projects due to their negative effect on the environment and people. These are:               

Asbestos Cadmium Polyethylene treated with chlorine and Chlorosulfonated polyethylene Chlorofluorocarbons ("CFC") Chloroprene (neoprene) Formaldehyde (added) Halogenated flame retardants Hydro chlorofluorocarbons ('HCfCs') Lead (added) Mercury Fertilizers and petrochemical pesticides Phthalates Polyvinyl chloride ("PVC") Treatments for wood containing creosote, Arsenic or pentachlorophenol

At the national level, only one certification was identified as related to the energy efficiency of products. FIDE32 works to achieve goals that contribute to the sustainable development of the country and to strengthen the national strategy for energy transition and sustainable use of energy, always with a binding attitude with all sectors of society. The hallmark of this organization is the FIDE Seal that as of 2012 is classified in 2, according to the type of product they support.

Trust for power-saving

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FIDE Seal A It is granted to electrical or electronic equipment using electrical power efficiently to function (refrigerators, saving lamps, etc.). FIDE Seal B It is awarded to products that do not save electricity, but rather, equipment and/or materials where due to its application or installation, are capable of creating conditions that lead to potential power savings (thermal insulation, domes, etc.).

Among the international green products certifications, these are that most outstanding: Eco-label Eco-label helps identify products and services that have a reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle, from the extraction of raw materials, through production, use and disposal. It is recognized throughout Europe as a voluntary certification that promotes environmental excellence. http://ec.europa.eu/environment/ecolabel/ Energy Star It is an environmental protection agency of the United States that offers a voluntary program to help businesses and individuals save money and protect the environment through energy efficiency. It has certifications for products, new homes, commercial establishments and industrial plants. http://www.energystar.gov/ Forest Steward Council FSC is a global, non-profit organization, dedicated to promoting responsible forest management worldwide. FSC certification ensures that products come from well-managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits. https://ic.fsc.org/index.htm Greenguard This certification helps producers create and consumers identify household products and materials that are low in emissions with the aim of improving the quality of the air where the products are used. http://www.greenguard.org/en/index.aspx Green Seal It develops standards based on the lifecycle of products, services and companies, and certifies those who meet the established parameters. Green Seal has been active since 1989, to identify and promote sustainability in the market. http://www.greenseal.org/Home.aspx

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Water Sense It helps achieve water saving through certified products and advice to use less water inside and outside the household. Certified products have been evaluated to ensure that they help in saving water, energy and money. http://www.epa.gov/watersense/about_us/watersense_label.html

4.4. PROMOTION AND DISSEMINATION In terms of materials, there is active participation of the academy in the field of research and dissemination. This sector seeks through its research to generate substantial improvements in the practices of the various sectors of the context of the construction. UNAM33 leads the Mexican Network of Lifecycle Analysis34, consisting of professionals and organizations (universities, research centers, standardization entities, companies, professional associations, government entities), with the common interest on development and life cycle analysis (LCA) under an ethical approach and good practices. This network aims to be a benchmark in LCA in Mexico, to promote the focus of life cycle in decision-making at the level of consumers, government, business and academia; which will result in a contribution to sustainability. The main purpose of the life cycle analysis is to identify environmental impacts of products and/or services from the extraction of raw materials to their final disposition, taking into account all of the vectors involved: air, water and soil. UAM Azcapotzalco35 is in the process of generating a Material Library 36 with more than 500 specimens that will serve as a database for teachers, researchers, students, companies and society in general, with interest on their general characteristics, origin, type of extraction, geographic location, points of sale, companies that develop and sell it, prices, etc. In addition, the Material Library, will serve as provider, although not the only one, of the life cycle analysis (LCA) laboratory. The Department of Architecture at the Universidad Iberoamericana has worked since 2009 in a project entitled "Green Materials in Mexico: a guide to sustainable urban development" 37, within the framework of the research line "Sustainable design as a tool of urban and land management "; It seeks to design a proposal for the implementation of public policies in the field of green materials, which enable the Mexican Government to achieve best professional practices in the design and construction of buildings and cities; in addition to disseminating green materials detected in the Mexican market, after evaluating their performance. This project remains in place and has been linked with Centro Mario Molina to achieve a longer scope. In the industrial sector, CEMEX38 through its sustainable development department, works continuously to improve and implement a framework that hosts different initiatives in terms of sustainability, including a focus on sustainable construction, where CEMEX seeks a leadership role in the development of products and solutions that reduce the environmental impact of construction projects, as well as promoting economic and social growth. In addition to this, the company works on improving the properties of cement and concrete in order to support the sustainability of the structures that are built with them. Through research and development work conducted by the Global Innovation and Technology Center in Switzerland, a range of products that can be used to build in a sustainable manner and with greater energy efficiency in buildings has been created. 33

Universidad Nacional Aut贸noma de Mexico See < http://sitios.iingen.unam.mx/ciclodevida/Default.htm> Universidad Aut贸noma Metropolitana 36 See < http://materialoteca.azc.uam.mx/> 37 See < http://www.materialesverdes.com.mx/> 38 See < http://www.cemex.com/ES/Index.aspx> 34 35

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Regarding the media, only one such was identified as devoted exclusively to the promotion of sustainable building materials. However, other fora for dissemination and promotion related to sustainability and sustainable consumption were identified, where players from different industries converge in order to share knowledge and in some cases, provide knowledge to the public in general concerning green supply in Mexico. Green Business Summit Business forum organized by the Global Institute of Sustainability along with companies signing the agreement for a Sustainable Mexico. This is done with the purpose of creating a discussion forum for sharing successful business experiences in the field of sustainability and thus trigger innovative proposals to move toward a sustainable economy with emphasis on funding and new green market opportunities. http://www.negociosverdes.mx/ ECOFEST: Sustainable Shopping Festival The Festival is organized by the Green Pages, seeking to ensure keeping consumers informed about sustainable consumption and purchase green products, replacing traditional products with alternatives with less environmental impact. http://www.ecofest.com.mx/quees.html Expo En Verde Ser An event of sustainable consumption with over 180 exhibitors, ideas, conferences and trends. http://www.expoenverdeser.com/ The Green Expo Environment, energy, water and sustainable cities (green building) business forum that presents national and international companies offering solutions and technologies for all industries, allowing savings and increased profitability in the Mexican industry, business and government sectors. http://www.thegreenexpo.com.mx/ Green Solutions It is a space for exhibition and dialogue between the public and private sectors to present business, investment and technology initiatives in the fight against climate change and the transition to a low carbon global economy. http://www.greensolutionscop16.com/ The Green Pages An initiative of New Ventures MĂŠxico, which aims at environmental care through the promotion of sustainable consumption, projects that link consumers with companies that are committed to the care of the planet by means of products and services with low environmental impact. They seek to foster, not only an entrepreneurial and responsible consumption culture in Mexico, but also the sustainable economic development of the country. Evert year an issue is devoted to the construction industry, showcasing products with best practices in terms of sustainability. http://laspaginasverdes.com/ Green Sector: Sustainable procurement business fair Sustainable procurement business fair for green corporate procurement. http://www.sectorverde.com.mx/index.php/es/

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4.5. SUPPLY IN MEXICO Currently there is no consolidated market of sustainable materials in Mexico. The offer is not comprehensive, nor has diversified as in the United States and Europe, but it is growing. This can be attributed, in part, to the greater consumer awareness about environmental issues or the economic benefits of energy or water saving; government programs to foster green construction, or the awareness of green building certification systems, such as LEED. Mexico, compared to other countries, is going through a time of formation and growth of this market. The foundations are being set to identify materials considered sustainable in the construction sector. The Universidad Iberoamericana through its Department of Architecture is promoting a project that will allow those involved in the sector to have greater certainty in the market and its characteristics. This is a significant step forward that allows for a first approach to these materials. In Mexico, SIEM39 has registered 19,332 companies involved with construction activities, from planning, design and supervision of construction processes, to the sale of specific products. However, according to research undertaken by UIA40, in Mexico there are 323 producers or distributors of materials claiming to be 'green'; either by their composition, production system or company practices. Of these, the majority (43%) are located in Mexico City, and the rest are distributed in various States of the Republic.

Table 9: Producers or distributors of 'green' materials in Mexico

COMPANY

SITE

MATERIALS / SUPPLIES

A.F. Comunidad IndĂgena

www.comunidadindigena.com.mx

Wood

ACS Medio Ambiente

www.acsmedioambiente.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Adelmar

http://www.adelmarinternational.com/a Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture delmar/

Aecomex

www.aecomex.com.mx

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture Solar water heating

Aframex

www.aframex.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Agru Fimex

www.agrufimex.com

Membranes

Aguas Latinas MĂŠxico

www.aguaslatinas.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Ahorro Total

www.ahorrototal.com.mx

Solar water heating Hydro-sanitary furniture installation

Aires de Brasil

www.airesdebrasil.com.mx

Solar water heating

Aislacoat

www.aislacoat.com

Waterproofing Paints and enamels

Alchimica Mexico

www.alchimicamexico.com

Membranes

Alpha Solar

www.alfasolar.mx

Solar water heating Electrical and lighting installation Generating clean energies

Alfa-gamma

www.alfagamma.com.mx

Plates Walls and slabs

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Alibio

www.alibio.com.mx

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Amanda y Fama

www.amandayfama.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Amevec

www.amevec.mx

Windows

Amsolv

www.amsolvmexico.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Aquaquim

www.aquaquim.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Aquaresins technologies

www.green-technologies.com.mx

Green roofs and walls Miscellaneous

Aquasaver

www.aquasaver.webs.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Aquaser

www.aquaser.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Atlantis Solar Systems

www.atlantissolarsystems.com

Solar water heating Clean energy generation

Green roofs

www.azoteas-verdes.com

Green roofs and walls

B-Energy

www.b-energy.com.mx

Electrical and lighting installations Clean energy generation

Intelligent bathrooms

www.asisibi.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Bioazotea

www.biozotea.com

Green roofs and walls

BMI Medio Ambiente

www.grupobmi.com

Solar water heating Hydro-sanitary furniture installation Green roofs and walls Miscellaneous

Pumps Grudfos de Mexico SA www.grundfos.mx de CV

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Ecotermic solar water heaters www.ecotermic-ventas.com

Solar water heating

CBR Ingenier铆a

www.cbringenieria.com.mx

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

CEMEX

www.cemexmexico.com

Concrete

Cemix

www.cemix.com

Paints and enamels Adhesives

Cero Calor

www.cerocalor.com

Clean energy generation Insulation

Comercializadora LED Lights

www.ledlights.com.mx

Electrical installation and lighting

Comex

www.comex.com.mx

Paints and enamels

Concreto Apasco

www.holcimapasco.com

Concrete

Concreto ecol贸gico

www.concreto-ecologico.com.mx

Concrete

Concretos reciclados

www.concretosreciclados.com.mx

Clay and fibers

Conermex

www.conermex.com.mx

Electrical and lighting installation Generating clean energies

Consentino

www.grupocosentino.es

Cover system

Constru Idea Construsistem

www.construidea.com

Wood Walls and ceilings

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Corev

www.corev.com.mx

Paints and enamels

Corporación Chipinque

www.corpchipinque.com

Wood Flooring systems

Crest

www.crest.com.mx

Flooring systems

Cuprum

www.grupocuprum.com

Doors

Debisa

www.debisa.com.mx

Installation and gas furniture

Delphin Mexico

www.delphin.mx

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Delta Solar

www.deltasolar.com.mx

Solar water heating Electrical and lighting installation Generating clean energies Air conditioning

Depsa

www.depsa.com.mx

Solar water heating

Distribuidora Mexicana de recubrimientos

www.pinturasfmc.com.mx

Paints and enamels

DuPont

www.DuPont.com

Cover system

E2 Energías Ecológicas

www.e2energias.com

Solar water heating Electrical and lighting installation Generating clean energies

Ecobabu

www.ecobabu.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture Generation of clean energy

Ecocreto

www.ecocreto.com.mx

Flooring

Ecosolaris

www.ecosolaris.com.mx

Solar water heating Clean energy generation

Ecova Green

www.ecovagreen.com

Solar water heating Electrical and lighting installation Air conditioning

Emesa

www.emesa.com.mx

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Empresa Ecológica

www.empresaecologica.com.mx

Waterproofing Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture Electrical installation and lighting Miscellaneous

Energía alternativa de México www.enalmex.com

Clean energy generation

Energía ecológica

www.energiaecologicamx.wordpress.c Electrical and lighting installation om Generating clean energies

Energía renovable del centro

www.energiaeolicaysolar.com

Electrical and lighting installations Clean energy generation

Energía solar seguridad ecológica

www.energiaelectricasolar.com

Clean energy generation

Energía y tecnología alternativa www.yaaxtec.com

Clean energy generation

Energías renovables aztecas

www.energiaera.com

Clean energy generation

Enersuit

www.enersuit.com.mx

Clean energy generation

ERDM Solar

www.erdm-solar.com

Clean energy generation

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ERM Energía renovable Mexicana

www.erm.mx

Clean energy generation

Estrutec

www.estrutec.com.mx

Walls and slabs

Foamglass

www.foamglas.com

Windows

Forestal Alfa

www.forestalalfa.com.mx

Wood

Fua

www.fua.com.mx

Windows

Geoproductos Mexicanos

www.geoproductos.com.mx

Membranes

Gipsa

www.gipsaeps.com

Plates Walls and slabs

Green Roof Systems de México www.grsm.com.mx

Green roofs and walls

Greendeck

www.greendeck.mx

Wood

Greenflex

www.greenflex.com.mx

Waterproofing Electrical and lighting installation Green roofs and walls Membranes

Grupo Calorex

www.calorex.com.mx

Clean energy generation

Grupo Dipralight

www.dipralight.com.mx

Electrical installation and lighting

Grupo Domos

www.grupodomos.com.mx

Waterproofing Installation and hydrosanitary furniture Electrical installation and lighting

Grupo TSK

www.pwh.com.mx

Clean energy generation Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Gysapol

www.gysapol.com

Wood

Hansgrohe

www.hansgrohe.com.mx

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Helicol de México

www.heliocol.com.mx

Clean energy generation

HI Pro Ecológicos

www.hipro.com.mx

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Hidrogel

www.hidrogel.com.mx

MIscellaneous

HR Diseño en concreto

www.hrdiseno.com

Concrete

Huper Optik

www.huperoptik.com.mx

Windows

Iafsa Mexico

www.iafsa.com.mx

Insulation

Iesa

www.ieasaoax.com

Clean energy generation

Ingeniería y reciclaje Mexicano www.ingremex.com

Flooring systems

Inisect

www.indisect.com

Solar water heating Electrical and lighting installation Generating clean energies

Interface Floor

www.interfaceflor.com

Flooring systems

Interpon - Akzonobel

www.interpon.com

Paints and enamels

Isofoton

www.isofoton.com

Clean energy generation

IUSA

www.iusa.mx

Electrical installation and lighting

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Johns Manville

www.jm.com

Membranes

Kinersol Energías renovables y www.kinersol.com.mx edificaciones ecológicas

Clean energy generation Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Kruger

www.kruger.com.mx

Solar water heating

Layfield Group

www.layfield.com.mx

Membranes

LED Lumina

www.laessa.com

Electrical installation and lighting

Lumika

www.lumika.com.mx

Electrical installation and lighting

Maderas Outlet

www.maderasoutlet.mx

Flooring systems

Maderil de la Viga

www.maderil.com.mx

Flooring systems

Mapei

www.mapei.com

Waterproofing

Masisa

http://www.masisa.com/mex/

Cover system

Muy verde

www.muyverde.com.mx

Green roofs and walls

Novaceramic

www.novaceramic.com.mx

Walls and ceiling system

Oxicreto

www.oxicreto.com

Concrete Waterproofing

Ozomatic De México

www.aquaozon.com

Clean energy generation Installation and gas furniture

Pacific Energy

www.pacificenergy.com.mx

Clean energy generation

Panel Ecológico

www.muroecologico.com.mx

Plates

Perfiles plásticos

www.perfilesplasticos.com.mx

Cover system

Persianas Ventex

www.persianasventex.com.mx

Windows

Pintex

www.pintex.com.mx

Waterproofing Paints and enamels

Pinthor

www.pinthor.com

Paints and enamels

Pinturas Osel

www.oselpaints.com

Paints and enamels

Pisos de PVC

www.sportfield.com.mx

Flooring systems

Pisos Europeos

www.pisoseuropeos.com

Flooring systems

Planta Arquitectónica

www.plantaarquitectonica.com

Green roofs and walls

Plastilam

www.plastilam.com.mx

Wood

Productora de Triplay

www.ptriplay.com.mx

Wood

Proline

www.prolinestamps.com

Concrete

Puertas finas de madera Monte www.pmontealban.com.mx Albán

Doors

Puraqua-v

www.puraqua-v.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

PV Solar

www.pvsolar.com

Clean energy generation

Química ALM

www.huleliquido.com.mx

Waterproofing

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Recyclable and eco-friendly coatings

www.a3pimperllanta.com.mx

Waterproofing

ROLAN

www.rolan.com

Mineral binders Boards Cover system

Saecsa Energía Solar

www.saecsa.com.mx

Electrical and lighting installation Solar water heating

Saint Gobain

www.saint-gobain.com.mx

Windows

Sanimodul de México

www.sanimodul.com.mx

Walls and ceiling system

Sherwin Williams

www.sherwin.com.mx

Paints and enamels

Siesol

www.siesol.mx

Solar water heating Clean energy generation

Sinersol Energía

www.sinerpol.com

Clean energy generation

Sinosolutions de México

www.sunsolutionsdemexico.com

Clean energy generation

Solar San Miguel Internacional www.solarsanmiguel.com.mx

Clean energy generation

Solaract

www.solaractenergy.com

Clean energy generation

Solatube

www.solatube.com.mx

Electrical installation and lighting

Soleco

www.soleco.com.mx

Clean energy generation

Soluciones lumínicas Plus

www.ledlights.com.mx

Electrical installation and lighting

Soluciones sustentables green www.ahorroenergiahoy.com.mx inn

Electrical and lighting installations Clean energy generation

Sunnergy Energías renovables www.sunnergy.com.mx

Clean energy generation

Sunoptics Prismatic Skylights

www.sunoptics.com.mx

Domes

Sunway de México

www.sunwaymx.com.mx

Clean energy generation

Texnotej

www.texnotej.com.mx

Green roofs and walls

Toto

www.totousa.com

Installation and hydro-sanitary furniture

Trane

www.trane.com

Clean energy generation

Velis

www.velis.com.mx

Waterproofing Paints and enamels

Verde 360

www.verde360.com.mx

Green roofs and walls

Verde vertical

www.verdevertical.carbonmade.com

Green roofs and walls

Verdeggiare Arquitectura +Interiorismo

www.verdeggiare.com

Cover system

WBT Mexico

www.wbtmexico.com

Varnishes and resins Waterproofing Adhesives Varnishes and resins

Wismar

www.wismar.com.mx

Paints and enamels Waterproofing

FACTS ON THE SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS MARKET IN MEXICO

Wwest Mexico

www.wwestmexico.com

Electrical and lighting installation Generating clean energies

Xella Mexicana (Hebel)

www.hebel.mx

Concrete Plates

Sources: Materiales Verdes (green materials) directory, www.materialesverdes.com.mx

Listed companies are not necessarily local, there are many transnational companies with branches or distribution systems or points of contact and service throughout Mexico, enabling them to have greater coverage and response to orders. All have a feature that allows them to receive the sustainable product attribution, either through the discourse related to their production processes, certifications or ongoing certification processes, extraction and quality of raw materials, benefit of products; and in some cases, its sustainable character is attributed by the direct association with social responsibility before workers and the community in which the company is located. Larger companies that did not have sustainable products since their inception, are emphatic in the range of sustainable products available, creating a clear distinction with the rest of their portfolio. fits note, that not all listed enterprises and brands with which they work, are of general public knowledge, so it may be difficult for the consumer average to reach them. As mentioned previously, there are some publications, such as the green pages, where we located some of these. However not all of them are members of a network or information source to achieve a greater awareness in the mind of the consumers.

According to the UIA investigation results, of the identified companies, 52% produce or distribute products related to energy saving, while 19% offer water-saving products and the remaining companies have a number of products associated with construction. The following displays the distribution of the offer according to the different categories of construction material. Figure 1: Distribution of the sustainbale materials supply in Mexico

8% Played-outs

21%

10%

Chemical Compounds Facilities Inputs Outers

12%

Doors and Windows 45%

Sources: Mexico sustainable building materials: public policy and environmental performance, Universidad Iberoamericana, Mr. Carlos Luis Delgado Castillo. Mexico 2012. See < http://www.cmic.org/comisiones/sectoriales/medioambiente/noticias_principales/greensolutions/green%20solutions%202012/institucionesacademicas/materiales%20 construccion%20sustentable.pdf >

FACTS ON THE SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS MARKET IN MEXICO

As part of the research we produced a catalog of materials and supplies for construction, as the following synthesis shows. It should be noted that this is preliminary draft, since the project is still in process, and we will not have a final list of the offer in Mexico until conducting an analysis of the life cycle of the various products. Table 10: Overview of materials and supplies for sustainable construction