ESTIDAMA is a sustainability rating system developed by UAE, Abu Dhabi Urban planning council. Achievement of a sustainable building requires the integration of the four pillars of ESTIDAMA together with a collaborative and inter-disciplinary approach to building development known as the Integrated Development Process. Certification includes:

• Public Realm Rating System (PRRS)
• Community Rating System (PCRS)
• Building Rating System (PBRS)
• Villa Rating System (PVRS)

The aim of Estidama program is to promote the development of sustainable projects and improve quality of life.

• Residential Buildings  
• Communities
• Commercial Buildings 

Each certification category from the above can be processed in either tow schemes: 

• Design + Construction (D+C), and/or 
• Operation + Existing (O+E)

WELL certification by IWBI is the world's first building standard that focuses exclusively on human health and wellness.   It is a vehicle for buildings and organizations to deliver more thoughtful and intentional spaces that enhance human health and well-being. Certification includes:

• The WELL Building Standard v2 for New and Existing Buildings ; New and Existing Interiors ; and Core and Shell Compliance
• The WELL Health-Safety Rating for Facility Operations and Management

Backed by the latest scientific research, WELL includes strategies that aim to advance health by setting performance standards for design interventions, operational protocols and policies and a commitment to fostering a culture of health and well-being. 

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a green building certification program used worldwide. It includes a set of rating systems for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance. Certification includes:

• Green building design and construction (BD+C) – for new construction, core and shell, schools, retail spaces (new constructions and major renovations), and healthcare facilities,
• Green interior design and construction – for commercial and retail interiors,
• Green building operations and maintenance
• Green neighborhood development,
• Green home design and construction.

The aim of LEED Certification program is to help building owners and operators be environmentally responsible and use resources efficiently.

Developed by industry experts, Parksmart offers a roadmap for new and existing parking facilities to use innovative, solutions-oriented strategies. Points are awarded to parking structures for forward-thinking and sustainable practices in three categories: management, programs, and technology structure design. Certification includes: 

• New structured parking facilities;
• Existing structured parking facilities; 

PARKSMART rating program include all buildings types commercial, university, municipal, hospital, retail and hospitality. Projects can be standalone, or a part of a mixed-use building.  

Qatar Sustainability Assessment System (QSAS) is a green building certification system developed for the State of Qatar. Certification includes:

• Commercial
• Core & Shell
• Schools
• Residential
• Mosques
• Hotels
• Light Industry
• Sports
• Neighborhoods

The primary objective of Qatar Sustainability Assessment System [QSAS] is to create a sustainable built environment that minimizes ecological impact while addressing the specific regional needs and environment of Qatar.

goal of reaching a regenerative future. Certification includes:

• LEED Zero Carbon
• LEED Zero Energy
• LEED Zero Water Certification
• LEED Zero Waste Certification

Projects must be LEED certified under a BD+C or O+M rating system before applying for LEED Zero.

LEED Zero encourages a holistic approach for buildings and places to enhance the health
and well-being of building occupants and the natural environment. 

The ILFI Zero Carbon Certification is the first worldwide Zero Carbon third-party certified standard. This program recognizes the growing interest and focus for highlighting highly energy efficient buildings which are designed and operated to fully account for their carbon emissions impacts.

The ILFI Zero energy Certification is one of the highest aspirations in energy performance in the built environment worldwide. This Certification was created to allow projects to demonstrate zero energy performance, building an advanced cohort of projects with the integrity of third-party performance certification..

BREEAM is the world’s leading sustainability assessment method for masterplanning projects, infrastructure and buildings. It recognizes and reflects the value in higher performing assets across the built environment lifecycle, from new construction to in-use and refurbishment. Certification includes:

• Commercial buildings – Offices, Industrial and Retail
• Public buildings – Courts, Education, Healthcare, Higher Education, Prisons
• Multi-Residential accommodation
• International
• Communities
• Infrastructure

CEEQUAL is the world leading sustainability assessment, rating and awards scheme for civil engineering, infrastructure, landscaping and public realm projects. It is a framework for sustainable practice across the design, implementation and management of your project, as well as certifying this sustainability performance to communication achievements worldwide. Certification includes:

• Road & Rail Networks
• Structures
• Aviation
• Marine & Coastal
• Energy Infrastructure
• Flood Defence
• Utilities
• Public Realm
• Process Plant