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We promote sustainable development for people and the planet.

At Marval, we embrace sustainability as a responsibility. Our projects seek to balance durban development, social welfare and respect for the planet. Guided by criteria Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), we promote initiatives that generate a positive impact on communities to build a more conscious, just and transformative future.

· Resilient · sustainable · intelligent · inclusive

· Resilient · sustainable · intelligent · inclusive

· Resilient · sustainable · intelligent · inclusive

Marval Pillars of Sustainability

Our vision for a responsible future
1. Resilient design
2. Biodiversity
3. Circular economy
4. Sustainable communities
5. Decarbonization
Resilient design
It promotes planning and construction practices that optimize the use of resources, reduce negative impacts and improve the environmental performance of projects.
Sustainable Roadmap
Short term:
Bioclimatic design.
2030:
Life cycle analysis in projects.
2050:
Polycentric Cities.
Biodiversity
It integrates nature conservation and restoration into urban environments, strengthening the relationship between ecosystems and communities.
Sustainable Roadmap
Short term:
Nature-Based Solutions (SBN).
2030:
SBN in 40% of projects.
2050:
Cities as regenerative ecosystems.
Circular economy
It promotes efficiency in the use of materials and resources through reuse, recycling and circularity strategies throughout the value chain.
Sustainable Roadmap
Short term:
Use of 60% of RCDs.
2030:
Use of 75% of RCD
2050:
Net Zero Carbon Cities.
Sustainable communities
It promotes inclusive, resilient and healthy environments that improve people's quality of life and promote collective well-being.
Sustainable Roadmap
Short term:
Inclusion of clean spots in projects.
2030:
Use of waste.
2050:
Resilient communities that promote well-being.
Decarbonization
It seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the life cycle of projects, moving towards carbon neutrality.
Sustainable Roadmap
Short term:
Carbon footprint baseline.
2030:
45% reduction in operational carbon emissions.
2050:
Net Zero Carbon Cities.
We are creators of

Sustainable cities

LEED Certification
CASA Colombia Certification
EDGE Certification
LEED for cities and communities
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification promotes comprehensive sustainability in megaprojects. Among its different categories, the LEED certification for Communities stands out, with which we have obtained pre-certification for two of our megaprojects: Learn more
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification promotes comprehensive sustainability in megaprojects. Among its different categories, the LEED certification for Communities stands out, with which we have obtained pre-certification for two of our megaprojects:

With this achievement, we became the first construction company to receive this recognition in the Colombian capital and in the department of Santander. This certification helps us to continue to optimize the use of natural resources, water and energy, improving waste management and promoting accessibility and transportation, among other aspects that have a positive impact on the quality of life of communities.
LEED Certified Project
Rio del Hato
Piedecuesta, Santander
Sustainable features
  • Its location away from the urban area guarantees low noise levels.
  • The natural course of the Hato River and the La Mata ravine are respected, conserving the ecological environment existing.
  • They are destined 18.41 m² of green areas per inhabitant.
  • At least the 40% of the materials used have sustainable properties.
  • It contemplates the implementation of transport routes that connect with Piedecuesta.
  • Los outdoor spaces encourage physical activity, improve health and increase the productivity of inhabitants.
18.41 m²/room Green area per person
33,329 m² Zones
green
15.461
‍Plants in the Nursery
8,971
Trees
LEED for cities and communities
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification for Cities and Communities evaluates comprehensive sustainability and quality of life in urban projects, validating the sustainable attributes of our megaprojects. Learn more
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification promotes comprehensive sustainability in megaprojects. Among its different categories, the LEED certification for Communities stands out, with which we have obtained pre-certification for two of our megaprojects:

With this achievement, we became the first construction company to receive this recognition in the Colombian capital and in the department of Santander. This certification helps us to continue to optimize the use of natural resources, water and energy, improving waste management and promoting accessibility and transportation, among other aspects that have a positive impact on the quality of life of communities.
LEED Certified Project
City: La Salle
Bogota, D.C.
Sustainable features
  • Strategic location with excellent connectivity and access to key points.
  • Internal bike routes that guarantee sustainable mobility throughout the project.
  • 3.5 inch Central Park has to promote health and well-being.
  • Landscaping with native species that improve air, manage rainwater and reduce noise.
  • More than 40% of the materials Of construction do they have properties sustainable.
  • Efficient systems with artificial lighting control.
11.69 m²/inhab Green area per person
41,708 m² Zones
green
7.533
‍Plants in the Nursery
2,536
‍Trees
CASA for cities and communities
The CASA Colombia certification is an evaluation system for VIS and non-VIS projects that promotes
sustainable and healthy construction, with a focus on people's quality of life. These projects integrate passive and active strategies into their design to improve the well-being of their inhabitants... Learn more
The CASA Colombia certification is an evaluation system for VIS and non-VIS projects that promotes
sustainable and healthy construction, with a focus on people's quality of life. These projects integrate passive and active strategies into their design to improve the well-being of their inhabitants and save water and energy through low-consumption sanitary appliances and efficient lighting systems. In addition, the selection of sustainable materials and the application of good practices on site make it possible to reduce their environmental impact.
CASA Colombia Certified Project
Verdania Bosques de Guaymaral
Bogota, D.C.
Sustainable features
  • Strategic location in a developing area with access to shopping areas, transport and public spaces.
  • Promote physical activity with sports areas and closeness to parks.
  • El 42% of the project is open space with vegetation, reducing the heat island effect.
  • Equipped with energy-saving faucets and toilets that reduce consumption of water by 25%.
  • Efficient design with natural light and ventilation, lighting control and suitable orientation for greater energy efficiency.
21%
‍Energy savings
32%
Water savings
12,981 m2
‍Project Area
734
Housing
CASA for cities and communities
The CASA Colombia certification is an evaluation system for VIS and non-VIS projects that promotes
sustainable and healthy construction, with a focus on people's quality of life. These projects integrate passive and active strategies into their design to improve the well-being of their inhabitants... Learn more
The CASA Colombia certification is an evaluation system for VIS and non-VIS projects that promotes
sustainable and healthy construction, with a focus on people's quality of life. These projects integrate passive and active strategies into their design to improve the well-being of their inhabitants and save water and energy through low-consumption sanitary appliances and efficient lighting systems. In addition, the selection of sustainable materials and the application of good practices on site make it possible to reduce their environmental impact.
CASA Colombia Certified Project
Bordeaux City La Salle
Bogota, D.C.
Sustainable features
  • 42% of open space with vegetation, which helps mitigate the heat island effect.
  • Equipped with energy-saving faucets and toilets that reduce water consumption.
  • Ventilation and natural lighting optimized, improve the energy efficiency.
  • It saves 911 MWh of energy per year.
  • Reduces water consumption by 34,386 m³ every year.
  • It positively impacts 2,392 people of the community.
26%
‍Energy savings
24%
‍Water savings
11,055 m2 Project Area
598 Housing
Edge for cities and communities
The EDGE (Excellence in Design for Higher Efficiencies) certification seeks to optimize the use of resources in buildings, achieving savings in water, energy and energy incorporated in materials. In Marval, the Baviera and Izola Zentral residential projects have this certification... Learn more
The EDGE (Excellence in Design for Higher Efficiencies) certification seeks to optimize the use of resources in buildings, achieving savings in water, energy and energy incorporated in materials. In Marval, the Baviera and Izola Zentral residential projects have this certification, helping to improve the quality of life of their inhabitants. In addition, our Torre Vitro office project obtained EDGE Advance pre-certification, which means that it achieves energy savings of more than 40%, twice the requirement required in the standard certification.
Edge Certified Project
Vitro Tower
Bogota, D.C.
Sustainable features
  • Installation of high efficiency heaters.
  • Taking advantage of natural light and efficient control of artificial lighting.
  • Facades designed to reduce thermal loads and optimize energy efficiency.
  • Installation of water saving devices such as toilets, sinks, dishwashers and showers.
26%
‍Energy savings
26%
‍Water savings
Design Certification
41%
‍Savings on materials
Edge for cities and communities
The EDGE (Excellence in Design for Higher Efficiencies) certification seeks to optimize the use of resources in buildings, achieving savings in water, energy and energy incorporated in materials. In Marval, the Baviera and Izola Zentral residential projects have this certification... Learn more
The EDGE (Excellence in Design for Higher Efficiencies) certification seeks to optimize the use of resources in buildings, achieving savings in water, energy and energy incorporated in materials. In Marval, the Baviera and Izola Zentral residential projects have this certification, helping to improve the quality of life of their inhabitants. In addition, our Torre Vitro office project obtained EDGE Advance pre-certification, which means that it achieves energy savings of more than 40%, twice the requirement required in the standard certification.
Edge Certified Project
Izola Zentral
Bogota, D.C.
Sustainable features
  • Installation of high efficiency heaters.
  • Taking advantage of natural light and efficient control of artificial lighting.
  • Facades designed to reduce thermal loads and optimize energy efficiency.
  • Installation of water saving devices such as toilets, sinks, dishwashers and showers.
26%
‍Energy savings
26%
‍Water savings
Design Certification
41%
‍Savings on materials
Edge for cities and communities
The EDGE (Excellence in Design for Higher Efficiencies) certification seeks to optimize the use of resources in buildings, achieving savings in water, energy and energy incorporated in materials. In Marval, the Baviera and Izola Zentral residential projects have this certification... Learn more
The EDGE (Excellence in Design for Higher Efficiencies) certification seeks to optimize the use of resources in buildings, achieving savings in water, energy and energy incorporated in materials. In Marval, the Baviera and Izola Zentral residential projects have this certification, helping to improve the quality of life of their inhabitants. In addition, our Torre Vitro office project obtained EDGE Advance pre-certification, which means that it achieves energy savings of more than 40%, twice the requirement required in the standard certification.
Edge Certified Project
Bavaria
Bogota, D.C.
Sustainable features
  • Installation of high efficiency heaters.
  • Taking advantage of natural light and efficient control of artificial lighting.
  • Facades designed to reduce thermal loads and optimize energy efficiency.
  • Installation of water saving devices such as toilets, sinks, dishwashers and showers.
27%
‍Energy savings
41%
‍Water savings
Design Certification
46%
‍Savings on materials
More than 60 projects with a sustainable seal that, by saving, keep forests green
34.427
MWh/year of energy
equivalent to
18.273
annual consumption in Colombian households
More than 60 projects with a sustainable seal that, by saving, keep forests green
1.1861.341
m3/year of water
equivalent to
745
Olympic swimming pools filled every year
More than 60 projects with a sustainable seal that, by saving, keep forests green
253.576
TCO₂ Eq of emissions
equivalent to
4,528
hectares of forest storing CO2
More than 60 projects with a sustainable seal that, by saving, keep forests green
4,255
trees planted in parks
equivalent to
30,000
TonCO2 captured during the year

At Marval, we build cities of the future, today

Green spaces that promote the well-being of our communities
Lagos del Cacique Forest Park - Bucaramanga
22,000 m²
Park area
1,800 units
Of trees
977 m
Of trails
Puerta Dorada Park - Barranquilla
51.880 m²
Park area
1,055 units
Of trees
5 units
sports fields
2,705 m
Andenes
788 m
Of cyclorruta
Azucena Park - Cartagena
8,137 m²
Park area
75 units
Of trees
1 unit of
sports fields
466 m
Andenes
204 m
Of cyclorruta
Miramar Park - Barranquilla
28.819 m²
Park area
1,100 units
Of trees
3 units
sports fields
610 m
Andenes
847 m
Of cyclorruta
Reserva los Manantiales Park - Soledad
10,720 m²
Park area
225 units
Of trees
3 units
sports fields
246 m
Andenes
436 m
Of cyclorruta
Lagos del Cacique Forest Park - Bucaramanga
22,000 m²
Park area
1,800 units
Of trees
977 m
Of trails
Puerta Dorada Park - Barranquilla
51.880 m²
Park area
1,055 units
Of trees
5 units
sports fields
2,705 m
Andenes
788 m
Of cyclorruta
Azucena Park - Cartagena
8,137 m²
Park area
75 units
Of trees
1 unit of
sports fields
466 m
Andenes
204 m
Of cyclorruta
Miramar Park - Barranquilla
28.819 m²
Park area
1,100 units
Of trees
3 units
sports fields
610 m
Andenes
847 m
Of cyclorruta
Reserva los Manantiales Park - Soledad
10,720 m²
Park area
225 units
Of trees
3 units
sports fields
246 m
Andenes
436 m
Of cyclorruta

Annual reports
of sustainability

Learn about the environmental achievements, actions and commitments of the Marval Construction Company

2025

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2024

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2023

Annual report.
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2022

Annual report.
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