The headquarters sets a new standard for green and smart buildings, being the first in China to receive several top global energy efficiency awards including: IFC-World Bank Group’s EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) Certification, U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Platinum Certification, and the China Green Building Design Label Three Star Certification.

Situated between the Hongqiao Transportation Hub and Suzhou River in Shanghai’s Chang’ning district, the 44,300-square metre building is located in heart of the Linkong Economic Zone. The Zone acts as a portal to the Yangtze River Delta’s key transportation arteries, and already features the presence of several leading multinational companies. Its proximity underscores the company’s commitment to the China and wider Asia-Pacific markets.

“The Asia-Pacific region, particularly China, is Johnson Controls’ most important growth market, and we are confident that the launch of our Asia-Pacific headquarters will enable us to better facilitate China’s rapid development,” said Alex Molinaroli, chairman and CEO. “Our partnerships and leading technologies, along with our visionary and intelligent solutions, will enable us to advance sustainable development.”

The headquarters showcases a full range of smart building solutions. Its sustainable design – which includes a Central Plant, renewable energy and intelligent lighting, the Metasys Building Automation System, and other advanced technologies – is expected to generate 44 percent savings in overall energy consumption compared to the local market standard. Additionally, the building is expected to reduce water usage by 42 percent via its grey water recycling and storm water recapture facilities, and to reduce embodied energy in materials by 21 percent through the use of FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified wood-based building materials and the sourcing of locally supplied products. The headquarters is also equipped with hybrid and electric vehicle charging stations which enable employees to commute with a smaller carbon footprint.

"The Asia-Pacific region, particularly China, is Johnson Controls’ most important growth market, and we are confident that the launch of our Asia-Pacific headquarters will enable us to better facilitate China’s rapid development." Alex Molinaroli, Johnson Controls chairman and CEO

The Johnson Controls’ Asia-Pacific headquarters is a demonstration of the company’s commitment to the China market. For the first time, Johnson Controls previously dispersed Asia-Pacific business and operational units will be combined under one roof, boosting intra-company collaboration and fostering a high-performance corporate culture.