Jelutong Development Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of IJM Properties Sdn Bhd, will implement eco-friendly technologies and designs into its RM6.5 billion 338-acre mixed residential and commercial development, The Light Waterfront, in line with the company’s effort to cut costs in utility and promote green building concepts.

The implementation will be based on the guidelines prepared by The Leadership in Energy Environment and Environmental Design (LEED) resulting in energy-efficient, healthier, and environmentally sustainable buildings.

“The Light Waterfront will have a major impact on the development of Penang. As a responsible and leading property developer, we want to encourage the incorporation of green technology that would be friendly to the environment which will in turn benefit our customers via cost savings on utilities,” said Teh Kean Ming, managing director, Jelutong Development.

Among the eco-friendly technologies in the project are wind-turbines, solar panels, a state-of-the-art water management system, green roofs and the use of recycled materials on selected areas as well as management and reduction of solid waste. Another unique “green” feature to the project is the harvesting of coral reefs in the waterway around the residential phase of the development.

Once completed, The Light Waterfront will also feature a seven-acre seafront park in Phase Three of the project for the enjoyment of its residents and visitors.