China Fortune Plaza in Shanghai has implemented a comprehensive set of energy-efficiency measures in its high-rise office building. The project integrates passive design, enhanced envelope performance, and high-efficiency mechanical systems to lower operational energy demand.

The project design improved thermal performance of the building envelope, reduced heating and cooling loads, and incorporated vertical shading to limit solar gains in summer while maintaining natural light and ventilation.

Installed systems include chillers with energy efficiency 19 % above standard requirements, boilers with 94 % thermal efficiency, an ice thermal-storage cold source system to shift electrical load, and integrated solar water heating and photovoltaic systems on the roof.

Real final energy consumption in 2023 was 63.15 kWh/m²/year. Passive measures, efficient equipment, and renewable energy integration have contributed to lower energy demand and operational carbon emissions in the building.

Key figures:

• Building condition:  New / Newly constructed
• Building type: High office tower (>28   m)
• Building age:  Built in 2014
• Primary energy consumption:  204.39   kWhPE/m ²/ year
• Energy performance certificate rating: D (derived from the consumption classification)
• Renewables:  Renewable energy integrated via photovoltaic and solar thermal systems; renewable energy accounts for 3.30   % of the total consumption