Sustainable logistics center ABC Harnaschpolder exceeds ‘Paris Proof’ standards.
The sustainable logistics center ABC Harnaschpolder, developed by VolkerWessels Logistics Development (VWLD) and Delta Development in Businesspark Haaglanden, more than meets the Paris Agreement standard for material-related CO₂ emissions per square meter.
Material-related CO₂ refers to the amount of carbon dioxide emitted during the production and transport of materials, as well as the actual construction of real estate. According to the Paris Agreement, a maximum of 240 kilograms of CO₂ per square meter may be emitted over this entire cycle. A detailed calculation using the WiseBrick software platform shows that the development of ABC Harnaschpolder remains well below this threshold, at 221 kg/m². This is a strong performance, especially considering that many projects are only calculated during the design phase—for example, for an MPG (Environmental Performance of Buildings) assessment-but often exceed the Paris Proof standard in the 'as built' phase when recalculated.
Erjan Sprakel, Director of VWLD, says:
"As a developer of large-scale logistics centers, we are aware of our social responsibility. By investing in detailed, objective calculations in accordance with European standards, we demonstrate to the market that we take ESG and other sustainability-related themes seriously. The findings in this report also provide us with valuable input to perform even better in future projects."
Coert Zachariasse, CEO of Delta Development, adds:
"For over 20 years, Delta has maintained a strong focus on circular and Cradle-to-Cradle© optimized construction. The results at ABC Harnaschpolder show that this approach can truly make a difference and serve as an excellent example of how the right insights can lead to better material choices. The insights provided by WiseBrick enabled us to reduce our material-related emissions by 42% in just two years—without significant cost increases."