Raffles Quay Asset Management’s (RQAM) portfolio of sustainably designed modern properties are built with best-in-class green facilities and features. To ensure that the green buildings are home to sustainable and thriving communities, RQAM actively engages its tenants to foster a green mind-set and active living. It adopts Green leases and fit-out guides, and works collaboratively with tenants to ensure that they fit-out and operate in accordance with the agreed standards. RQAM regularly communicates with tenants to share tips on recycling, waste reduction, and energy and water conservation as well as promote awareness and adoption of eco-friendly practices.

Marina Bay Financial Centre 

The Marina Bay Financial Centre (MBFC) towers are equipped with smart building and sustainable design features. These include extensive landscaping, sky terraces and gardens that are evenly distributed throughout the building to reduce urban heat load and energy consumption in buildings. These areas include the Tower 1 rooftop, retail plaza, planting zone between Towers 1 and 2. The modern architectural design uses double glazed, high performance insulated glass curtain walls together with sunshades –- horizontal fins –- to provide shade, reduce solar load and energy consumption.

MBFC Tower 3’s green features include an outdoor weather station that measures external temperatures to be used as set-point for indoor air conditioning; a system to collect condensate water for general purpose cleaning; and green building monitors that publish energy and water consumption. All three office towers and the subterranean link mall at MBFC taps on the chilled water supply from the District Cooling System (DCS) located at One Raffles Quay to provide air-conditioning. The DCS poses lower construction risks and enables higher service and energy reliability.

With all the green measures in place, MBFC has achieved the Green Mark Platinum Award, conferred by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) of Singapore and certification for Water Efficiency Management System (WEMS), Singapore Standards 577. MBFC Tower 3 was also awarded the BCA Green Mark Pearl Award twice, in 2015 and 2019. The prestigious Green Mark Pearl Award recognises the strong commitment of landlords and occupants of the same building working in tandem to achieve greater environmental sustainability for their project/ building.

Salient sustainability features include:

Air-Conditioning & Energy Consumption

• The District Cooling System supplies chilled water at scale to ORQ, MBFC T1, T2, T3, and MBLM, enhancing efficiency and energy reliability while eliminating the need for high energy-intensive traditional chillers and cooling towers.

• Insulated double-glazed curtain wall facades reduce ambient heat transmission while allowing natural light to filter through.

• Meters monitor electricity consumption from major mechanical and electrical services and equipment.
• Outdoor air is pre-cooled before being channelled indoors.

Lift & Escalators

• Energy-efficient lifts equipped with regenerative drives capture heat generated during use and convert it into reusable energy for the buildings, reducing total energy consumption. These lifts also automatically reduce operation during off-peak hours.

Lighting

• Daylight is used to brighten lobbies and offices, reducing the need for artificial lighting.
• Motion and photo sensors activate lighting only when required at specific locations.
• Individual switches for separate rooms help reduce energy consumption when lighting is not needed.
• Lighting in common open spaces is operated on a schedule controlled by sensors and the Building Management System (BMS).
• Long-lasting, low-energy LED lighting fixtures have been installed at MBFC to lower energy consumption while creating bright and comfortable spaces.

Converting of roof lighting and canopy light fitting to LED for ORQ

Ventilation

• Ductless Mechanical Ventilation (MV) Jet Fan System installed in all carparks.
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) sensors enable automatic control of jet fans.
• AHUs equipped with energy-efficient EC fans.
• CO2 sensors modulate the supply of outdoor air into indoor spaces based on on demand.
• AHU optimisation of AHU through the reduction of Off Coil Temperature (OCT) and Duct Static

Water

• Self-closing systems and flow regulators optimise water usage across all taps.
• Auto-sensor systems for all water closets in public toilets.
• Meters monitor water consumption.

Recycling Efforts

At RQAM, we are committed to fostering a sustainable workplace through structured recycling and waste management programmes at MBFC & ORQ. Recycling points for paper, metal, plastics, glass and e-waste bins are conveniently located across the property, To further close the loop, a food waste digester system is implemented to help tenants manage food waste responsibly and reducing our carbon footprint.

Exclusively for our tenants, we have also introduced a Waste and Recycling Digitalisation Programme at the bin centres, enabling you to weigh, record, and track different waste streams. These insights provide a clearer picture of recycling rates and support informed action towards sustainability goals. Find out more at BayGreen.

One Raffles Quay

One Raffles Quay (ORQ) is the first development in Singapore to be built with the District Cooling System (DCS) that centralises the production of chilled water that is supplied to ORQ and the other developments in the Marina Bay area for air-conditioning purposes. Buildings that leverage the DCS located at ORQ includes MBFC, Marina Bay Residences and Marina Bay Suites. The DCS eliminates the need for a chiller plant and cooling towers for individual buildings, thereby increasing efficiency and freeing up space. The DCS poses lower construction risks and enables higher service and energy reliability.

At ORQ, floor-to-ceiling windows make the most of natural light and provide spectacular views of Raffles Place.

We have embarked on several Asset Enhancement Initiatives (AEI) aligned with key sustainability frameworks, particularly the Green Mark Standard, to ensure that all enhancements are both technically sound and environmentally responsible.

Our AEIs include:

• Installation of Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems with NEA 5-Tick Rating to reduce electricity consumption while enhancing indoor comfort.
• Use of carpets and furniture that meet high environmental standards, certified by the Singapore Green Building Council and Singapore Green Labelling Scheme.
• Use of low-volatile organic compound (low-VOC) paints and wood finishes to maintain indoor air quality and safety.
• Integration of indoor greenery, such as potted ferns and plants, to create a more relaxing environment and enhance indoor air quality.

RQAM, along with MBFC and ORQ, is proud to receive these awards in building and facilities management as well as workplace safety and health, reflecting our commitment to excellence and sustainability. Click here for a list of latest awards and achievements.