Energy-efficient living

Northscapes San Jose del Monte is a community that pioneers sustainable living in the country.

“We dream of a nation where Filipino homes provide not only basic shelter but long-term resilience to the reality of climate change. This is the spirit behind (the property), where sustainable living is no longer just a lofty goal but a way of life that can help ordinary Filipinos contribute tangible, positive impact on the environment,” PH1 World Developers president Gigi Alcantara said.

Developed by PH1 World Developers, the property leverages the experience and expertise of its parent Megawide Construction Corporation in utilizing design, construction and energy technologies to achieve their vision of a modern, future-proof lifestyle.

Located in Bulacan just 35 minutes from Quezon City, the property offers house and lot units designed with spaciousness, durability and energy efficiency features. Each home is fitted with SolarSave roof panels that let homeowners cut down electricity consumption and reduce carbon footprint.

Other proprietary technologies include ResiShade windows and TropiCool walls that aid in temperature regulation within the living spaces, further reducing energy consumption and helping lower electricity costs.

There are also free services such as e-shuttle that provides free and easy access to major points in the city such as the MRT-7 station, city hall, malls and public markets, which are available for residents.

More than a third of its total five-hectare land area is dedicated to open space, characterized by lush landscaping and solar-powered street lamps.

“Based on our estimates, all these energy-efficient features in Northscapes provide residents real-life savings of around P6,000 every month and up to more than P80,000 annually,” Alcantara said.

Also unveiled is the community’s Amenity Block, a host of thoughtfully designed amenities that complement the sustainability thrust of the development, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle, and creating an atmosphere of wellness. The amenities include a 25-meter swimming pool, basketball court and a clubhouse.

“We have endeavored to deliver (the property’s) amenity core to help the community thrive and catalyze as a genuine, sustainability-oriented neighborhood and to welcome its initial residents,” Alcantara affirmed.