CEDI Buencafé

A logistics center can be more than efficient—it can be a sustainable asset that reduces costs, enhances well-being, and elevates operational performance.

The CEDI Buencafé project, developed by the National Federation of Coffee Growers of Colombia, was conceived to establish a distribution center aligned with high standards of sustainability, occupant well-being, and operational efficiency. The goal was clear: achieve LEED certification and demonstrate that its facilities reflect the organization’s environmental commitment.

Green Loop led the LEED consulting, energy modeling, commissioning, and bioclimatic analysis, optimizing the project’s performance from the design stage. Through these strategies, HVAC loads were significantly reduced while ensuring thermal comfort for occupants. The project incorporates key solutions such as rainwater reuse for sanitary fixtures and a photovoltaic system on the administrative building’s roof, strengthening its resource efficiency performance.

The results demonstrate outstanding performance: 83.4% energy savings, 75.44% water savings, 65.27% renewable energy, and a 65.67% reduction in HVAC demand, along with more than 21,000 m² of green areas that enhance both the environment and user well-being. CEDI Buencafé shows how sustainability can be integrated as an operational strategy that delivers environmental, economic, and human value.