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Green Valley Advanced Manufacturing Hub Achieves LEED Gold Certification: A Milestone for Sustainability in Honduras

  • Writer: Maria Eugenia Novillo Cruz
    Maria Eugenia Novillo Cruz
  • Sep 4
  • 3 min read
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Green Valley celebrates a major step forward in its commitment to sustainability and innovation, announcing that its Administration Building has achieved LEED v4.1 O+M: Existing Buildings Gold Certification, awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
This international recognition marks a significant upgrade from the LEED Silver certification received in July 2023, confirming Green Valley as a regional leader in energy efficiency, environmental management, and sustainable development.


From Silver to Gold: A Journey of Progress

The path of the Green Valley Administration Building toward LEED Gold is a story of continuous improvement and corporate responsibility.
  • In July 2023, the building earned LEED Silver certification with 57 points, thanks to measures such as energy savings, efficient water use, and improvements in indoor air quality.
  • Just two years later, in August 2025, the building has been recertified as LEED Gold with 71 points, showing a strong commitment to meeting and exceeding international sustainability standards.
This achievement proves that Green Valley is not only meeting requirements but is leading the way in sustainable practices in Honduras and Latin America.

What Does LEED Gold Mean?

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the world’s most recognized green building certification. It guarantees that a building meets high standards of sustainable design, operation, and maintenance.
The certification has four levels: Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Reaching Gold means the Administration Building:
  • Reduces its energy use and carbon emissions.
  • Saves and reuses water resources efficiently.
  • Provides a healthier workplace with better air quality and natural light.
  • Implements waste reduction and recycling programs.
  • Promotes innovation and environmental education.
For investors, this is a clear sign that Green Valley offers a world-class, sustainable ecosystem for business.

A Boost for Honduras: Sustainability Attracts Investment

The LEED Gold recertification of the Administration Building is more than just a recognition. It is part of Green Valley’s larger vision: to make Honduras a competitive and sustainable destination for foreign investment.
In today’s global market, companies look for green, efficient, and responsible spaces. With this achievement, Green Valley strengthens its role as a trusted partner for international businesses.
  • Global competitiveness: operating in LEED-certified buildings improves company reputation and sustainability performance.
  • Attracting new industries: Green Valley is positioned as a hub for technology, automotive, advanced manufacturing, and BPO companies that value sustainability.
  • Community impact: the benefits reach beyond the park, creating local jobs and raising environmental awareness.

A Building that Makes a Difference

The Administration Building is a clear example of Green Valley’s effort to create a more sustainable environment.
Some of the improvements that helped achieve LEED Gold include:
  • Advanced energy efficiency: modern HVAC systems and LED lighting to reduce electricity use.
  • Water efficiency: low-consumption fixtures and water reuse programs.
  • Waste management: recycling, waste separation, and reduction programs.
  • Employee well-being: natural lighting, improved ventilation, and spaces that support productivity.
  • Environmental education: training programs to encourage sustainable habits among staff.
Each action reflects Green Valley’s commitment to building a greener, healthier, and more competitive future.

Green Valley: A Sustainable Development Model

Green Valley’s commitment to sustainability goes beyond one building. The park is developing large-scale projects such as:
  • Energy Park: renewable energy generation for self-sufficient operations.
  • Water management systems: protecting natural resources and reducing water footprint.
  • Green expansion projects: new facilities designed under strict sustainability standards.
  • Community programs: education, job creation, and environmental awareness.
These efforts show that economic growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

A Regional Benchmark

In Latin America, only a limited number of industrial parks have reached this level of certification. With its LEED Gold recertification, Green Valley positions itself as a regional benchmark, proving that Honduras can compete with markets such as Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia in sustainability.
For international investors, this is a clear message: Honduras is ready to host sustainable, world-class operations.

A Long-Term Commitment

The journey from LEED Silver to LEED Gold shows Green Valley’s values:
  • Innovation.
  • Excellence.
  • Sustainable growth.
Every point earned in the certification reflects the effort of engineers, architects, collaborators, and partners working toward a shared vision of a more sustainable future.

The LEED Gold certification of Green Valley Advanced Manufacturing Hub is more than an international recognition. It is a proof that sustainability in Honduras is possible, real, and profitable.

Green Valley shows that the future of investment in the region is connected to innovation, responsibility, and environmental care.

With this achievement, Green Valley strengthens its position as a world-class business destination, providing clients with facilities that not only meet operational needs but also support the global goal of protecting the planet.

 
 
 
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