Sustainable Building: These Vienna Buildings Are True Climate Protectors

Sustainability is an increasingly important topic - even in construction projects. Here are some Viennese buildings that can be called true climate protectors.

HoHo Vienna: The Wooden High-Rise in Seestadt Aspern

With 24 floors and a height of 84 meters, HoHo Vienna is one of the tallest wooden high-rises in the world. About 75% of the building is made of wood, a renewable resource with an excellent CO₂ balance. The modular construction method shortened the construction time and saved around 2,800 tons of CO₂. The building houses offices, a hotel, a gym, and dining establishments.

aspern IQ: Plus-Energy Building in Seestadt

The technology center aspern IQ in Seestadt Aspern is Austria's first plus-energy building. It produces more energy than it consumes, thanks to a combination of photovoltaic systems, geothermal energy, and efficient building technology. The multifunctional building envelope provides thermal insulation, interior shading, and facade greening.

Boutiquehotel Stadthalle: Zero-Energy Hotel in the 15th District

The Boutiquehotel Stadthalle in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus is the world's first city hotel with a zero-energy balance. A passive house extension, photovoltaic and solar systems, as well as a groundwater well for heating and cooling, enable energy self-sufficient operation. Additionally, the hotel relies on rainwater usage, facade greening, and organic products.

DC Tower 1: Sustainable Skyscraper in Donau City

The DC Tower 1 is the tallest building in Austria at 250 meters and was constructed according to the criteria of the LEED Platinum standard. Energy-efficient systems such as photovoltaic systems, heat recovery, and intelligent rainwater management reduce energy consumption. The tower is powered by green electricity and features elevators with energy recovery.

Vienna Central Station: Sustainable Transport Hub

The Vienna Central Station was designed with a focus on sustainability. A combination of district heating, district cooling, geothermal energy, and a 1,200 m² photovoltaic system ensures efficient energy supply. A large portion of the demolition material from the old South and East stations was reused. For its energy efficiency, the station received the City of Vienna's Environmental Award in 2014.

Northwest Station: Circular City Quarter

A new city quarter is being developed on the site of the former Northwest Station, focusing on circular construction. The goal is to reuse materials from demolition and renovation projects to conserve resources. Photovoltaic systems and green courtyards further contribute to sustainability.

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