LEED certification for a mission-critical data center for a major Turkish bank
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye
Certification: LEED v4 BD+C – Data Centers (Gold) – First LEED v4 Data Center certification in Türkiye
Role: Lead Sustainability Consultant – LEED certification management
LEED certification lead for a mission-critical data center for a major Turkish bank, recognized as one of the most advanced data center facilities in the region at the time of delivery.
- Full LEED v4 BD+C: Data Centers scorecard strategy and certification management from Design through Construction
- Coordination of HVAC, lighting, and automation system selection against ASHRAE 90.1-2010 energy optimization requirements
- Rainwater harvesting and condensate recovery system design coordination – achieving over 50% total water savings
- Materials sourcing review, low-emitting materials verification, and IAQ Management Plan oversight during construction
- GBCI submission preparation, reviewer comment resolution, and certification close-out
Outcome:
Gold certification achieved – the first LEED v4 Data Centers certification awarded in Türkiye.
Context & Confidentiality
Projects listed in this portfolio were delivered as a senior sustainability consultant, leading end-to-end certification management including scorecard strategy, credit coordination, documentation, submission management, and multidisciplinary team integration. Energy modeling and on-site construction oversight were delivered by specialist partners within integrated project teams.
Several client relationships and project identities are subject to non-disclosure agreements. Where names cannot be publicly disclosed, project type, region, certification level, and scope are summarized. Additional project details, client-side references, and specific roles can be discussed confidentially on engagement call.
