The Importance of CVS, CEV, and CES Certifications in Chile

Chile is positioning itself as a leader in promoting sustainable construction through environmental certification systems that ensure responsible resource use and energy efficiency. Among the most notable local certifications are CVS, CEV, and CES — each designed to address specific needs and deliver significant benefits.

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At SUMAC, we specialize in generating value for your projects, optimizing their environmental performance and enhancing their valuation. Through our sustainability and energy efficiency consulting, we help you implement strategies that drive more sustainable and responsible construction, aligned with investor demands and environmental care.

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CVS Certification: Sustainable Housing

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The Sustainable Housing Certification (CVS) is a voluntary system that evaluates the environmental performance of residential projects — public or private. It applies to any type of new housing in Chile, contributing to a healthier, more efficient environment.

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Benefits of CVS

• Comfort and air quality: Guarantees healthy, comfortable indoor environments.
• Reduced environmental impacts: Lowers the carbon footprint using sustainable materials.
• Economic savings: Optimizes energy consumption for heating, cooling, and lighting.
• Efficient water use: Promotes savings at home and in shared spaces.
• Harmonious relationship with the environment: Improves connectivity and promotes responsible integration with the surroundings.

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Additionally, CVS operates under three certification levels, adapting to different objectives and project types.

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CEV Rating: Residential Energy Efficiency

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The Home Energy Rating (CEV), developed by Chile’s Ministries of Housing and Energy, focuses on rating the energy performance of new homes, assigning a label ranging from A+ (most efficient) to G (least efficient).

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Benefits of CEV

• Energy savings: Reduces electricity costs for owners.
• Higher resale value: Energy-efficient homes are more attractive in the market.
• Access to green credits: Facilitates financing with preferential rates.
• Environmental sustainability: Contributes to reducing carbon emissions.
• Competitive differentiation: Recognizes energy efficiency as a distinguishing attribute.

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Did you know that the Home Energy Rating is now mandatory in Chile? At SUMAC, we help you obtain it. The new Regulation for the Home Energy Rating, aligned with Law No. 21.305 on Energy Efficiency, introduces key changes to the real estate sector. This regulation aims to drive sustainability by reducing household energy consumption and promoting a more efficient, environmentally responsible future.

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CES Certification: Sustainable Buildings

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The Sustainable Building Certification (CES) evaluates and certifies the environmental performance of public-use buildings, whether new or existing. This system considers mandatory and voluntary variables, awarding scores that determine the certification level, with a maximum of 100 points.

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Benefits of CES

• Quality control: Ensures the proper implementation of sustainability measures.
• Healthier environments: Improves environmental quality for users and reduces operational costs.
• Resource savings: Minimizes consumption of energy, water, and non-renewable materials.

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Transform Your Projects with SUMAC

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At SUMAC, we have a team of experts in environmental certifications, ready to guide you in obtaining CVS, CEV, and CES. Our approach is oriented toward offering personalized solutions that maximize the impact of your projects, generating economic, social, and environmental value.

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Discover how our strategies can turn your project into a sustainability and efficiency benchmark. Contact us and take the next step toward a greener future!