Arthaland

Also known as: Arthaland Corporation · ALCO

Definition

Arthaland Corporation (commonly known as Arthaland) is a boutique property developer in the Philippines noted for its exclusive focus on green, sustainable, and ecologically certified real estate developments. Established in 2008, the company is the pioneer developer in the country to have 100% of its portfolio certified as green by both national and international bodies, including LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and BERDE (Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence). Its flagship project is the Arya Residences in Bonifacio Global City. (Wikipedia, Arthaland)

Identities

Source Type	Identity
Wikipedia	Arthaland
Wikidata	Q4797611
DBpedia	Arthaland
ProductOntology	N/A
Wiktionary	developer
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH)	Sustainable architecture — Philippines
MeSH	N/A
NCBI Taxonomy	N/A
AGROVOC	N/A
Google Scholar	Arthaland green developer sustainable building LEED BERDE Arya Residences
ConceptNet	developer
OpenCyc	N/A

Also Known As

Arthaland Corporation
ALCO

Examples and Analogies

Dual-Certified Residences: Arya Residences in BGC is the first residential building in the Philippines to achieve both LEED Gold and BERDE 4-Star certifications.
Net Zero Office Building: Arthaland Century Pacific Tower in BGC is certified as a Net Zero carbon building under the World Green Building Council standards.

Usage Scenarios

1. Leasing a Sustainable Office Space

A multinational tech company leases a floor in the Arthaland Century Pacific Tower to meet its corporate carbon-neutrality goals.

2. Living in a Certified Green Condo

A resident lives in Arya Residences, enjoying lower electricity and water bills due to the building’s energy-efficient structural design.

Strategies

Target Arthaland properties if your investment portfolio prioritizes Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria.
Utilize the green features of the building (such as rainwater harvesting and low-flow plumbing) to reduce monthly residential utility costs.
Monitor green building incentives from local government units, which may offer tax discounts for certified green structures.

Security and Safety Measures

Verify that building materials used in construction have low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, protecting indoor air quality.
Ensure that double-glazed glass panels and structural shading are maintained to prevent heat build-up and reduce fire hazards.

Historical Context

Arthaland Corporation was established in 2008 under the leadership of the Po family (who also control Century Pacific Food). The company decided to focus entirely on sustainable real estate, launching Arya Residences in BGC as its first major project. It listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol ALCO. Over the years, the developer has expanded its green projects to Cebu City (Cebu Exchange) and Laguna (Sevina Park). (Wikipedia, Arthaland)

Challenges and Controversies

High Construction Costs

Green certifications require expensive materials and advanced engineering, resulting in higher initial purchase prices compared to standard properties.

Niche Market Appeal

While growing, the market segment willing to pay a premium for ecological features remains smaller than the general middle-market segment.