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The Olympic House in Lausanne

The Olympic House
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The Olympic House in Lausanne

The Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland, headquarters of the International Olympic Committee, recently achieved LEED Platinum v4.1 certification, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability.
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Located in Lausanne, Switzerland, the Olympic House serves as the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Aligned with the IOC's sustainability goals, it recently achieved LEED Platinum v4.1 certification, showcasing its commitment to environmentally conscious practices

This marks its ongoing commitment to sustainability, focusing on energy and water efficiency, waste management, and staff well-being. Measures include reducing energy use by half and cutting office waste by 50%, with initiatives to promote sustainable mobility

Designed holistically by the firms 3XN and IttenBrechbuhl, Olympic House exemplifies sustainability in construction and operation. IOC aims to reduce its carbon footprint by 30% by 2024 and 50% by 2030. 

The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum certification underscores IOC's dedication to green building performance, contributing locally and aligning with Paris 2024's sustainable Games vision.

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