Red Sea Global Sets New Records with LEED Certifications

Red Sea Global achieved a series of unprecedented milestones in sustainable design and operations after several of its assets received prestigious global LEED certifications.

 According to a press release issued by the Red Sea Global today, Red Sea International Airport obtained LEED Platinum certification, making it one of only four airports worldwide to attain this distinction. Turtle Bay International School also received LEED Platinum certification, achieving the highest score ever recorded under the LEED v4 rating system for schools (Building Design and Construction BD+C).

 In a parallel accomplishment, the company’s Central Distribution Center earned LEED Gold certification, placing it among the most sustainable storage facilities in the region. In addition, the master plans for both Turtle Bay and the Staff Village at Amaala received LEED Platinum certification for Communities.

 On this occasion, Chief Sustainability and Environment Officer of Red Sea Global Raed Albasseet said: “These certifications are not merely technical achievements; they embody a deeply rooted approach that places sustainability at the core of everything we do. From full reliance on renewable energy, to advanced water reuse systems, circular waste management that transforms waste into resources, and low-emission mobility solutions, we are integrating sustainability and regeneration across all our operations.”

 He noted that the airport’s certification reflects the advanced sustainability framework adopted at the facility, including full operation on renewable energy, highly efficient energy management systems, and the use of sustainable aviation fuel for seaplane flights. He explained that this achievement crowns years of integrated collaboration among various teams and reflects the company’s comprehensive approach to developing infrastructure that delivers long-term environmental, social, and economic value.

 Albasseet added: “Turtle Bay International School achieved LEED Platinum certification after receiving 92 points, the highest rating ever recorded under the LEED v4 system for schools. Globally, only 15 schools have attained this level of accreditation, making it the first educational facility locally to achieve this milestone and establishing a new benchmark in sustainable education, advanced architectural design, and regenerative learning environments.”

 Regarding logistics infrastructure, the Central Distribution Center received LEED Gold certification after achieving 73 points, positioning it among the most sustainable storage facilities in the Middle East. This reflects the company’s commitment to reinventing industrial design through innovative environmental solutions, including smart energy management, optimized material use, and enhanced operational efficiency.

 With Amaala receiving LEED for Communities certification at the Planning and Design phase, the project’s position is further reinforced within a global benchmark ecosystem for sustainable urban planning and large-scale development, encompassing environmental and social dimensions, economic development, urban resilience, governance, and quality of life.

 This certification places Amaala among a select group of only 45 projects worldwide to have received this recognition, including 16 awarded Platinum status, among them the first phase of The Red Sea destination. It also marks the first LEED certification obtained by the Amaala project, establishing a solid foundation that strengthens its position as a global model for responsible development and an advanced standard for the future of sustainable communities.

 The Red Sea destination is one of the central pillars of Saudi Vision 2030. It currently includes nine luxury resorts open to guests, while Shura Island, the heart of the destination, began welcoming visitors last year with the opening of the first of its 11 planned resorts.

 Red Sea Global recently announced the upcoming opening of the Amaala destination, its luxury wellness and regenerative tourism offering, designed to host no more than 1.5 million visitors annually to preserve its pristine environment.

 Both The Red Sea and Amaala destinations operate entirely on 100% renewable energy, contributing to the reduction of up to one million tons of CO₂ equivalent annually, equivalent to removing two million cars from the roads for a full year.