Global development institution International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is deploying training within the Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) programme– its green building design and certification programme for the built environment– to promote equality and inclusion in industry through its Women in Green Building (WiGB) competition.
NEW DELHI: International Finance Corporation (IFC) has committed up to $150 million as an anchor equity investor in the H-DREAM Fund, a $1 billion private credit fund focused on the development of sustainable, affordable, and mid-income housing across urban India. The H-DREAM Fund is managed by HDFC Capital Advisors, the private equity arm of HDFC Group and a subsidiary of … IFC commits $150 million to HDFC Capital’s H-DREAM fund
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has entered into an agreement with HDFC Capital Advisors to anchor a $1 billion (about Rs 8,770 crore) real estate fund focused on green affordable housing in India.
A hallmark of their strategy is the creation of affordable luxury homes and IFC Edge-certified green buildings that reduce energy and water consumption, lowering the total cost of homeownership. From flagship projects like Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi, the region’s largest shopping mall, to Ping’o City at the coast and Balmarina Resort City on the … Kenneth Mbae on How Centum Real Estate is Transforming East Africa with Smart, Green Cities
YANMU East Logistics Park has been awarded EDGE Advanced certification by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), recognising significant energy and resource efficiency in three of its newly developed warehouses. EDGE, or Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies, is a green building certification system developed by the IFC, a member of the World Bank Group. The … YANMU East warehouses earn EDGE advanced certification for sustainability
The building was recently recognized as the first IFC-EDGE Advanced Green Museum in Africa and the Middle East for its resource efficiency in design, construction and practice. The building’s sustainability measures include a reflective roof, efficient lighting and water fixtures, and smart meters to gauge energy consumption.
He pledged GhIS’ continuous advocacy towards enhancing policies and educating the public on the benefits of green buildings, including water and energy conservation, minimised waste and pollution, as well as improved indoor air quality and occupants’ health. The Designing for Greater Efficiency (DfGE) certificate programme provided practical tools to help building professionals measure and reduce … IFC urges banks to increase lending for sustainable buildings
As the construction industry faces mounting pressure to reduce its environmental footprint, Ghana is taking decisive steps to promote sustainable building practices.
The African continent is making strides in its sustainable construction journey, spurred by the need to address population growth, rapid urbanisation and climate-related challenges.
The bank has also made significant strides in building efficiency, earning the distinction of being the first Philippine bank to receive IFC-EDGE Green Building certification for its branches. This recognition underscores BPI’s dedication to reducing its carbon footprint across its operations.
Green buildings have made real progress over the past decade. At IFC, our Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) green building programme has helped to certify thousands of energy- and resource-efficient buildings. But one crucial piece of the puzzle has lagged behind: resilience. Too often, climate adaptation is treated as an afterthought. We know … From risk to resilience: A new tool to build safer cities
Workable, a premium co-working space provider based in Nairobi, has made history as the first in East and Central Africa to receive the prestigious EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification from the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This milestone places Workable among a select group of buildings globally recognized for their eco-conscious design, efficient … Workable Becomes First Co-Working Space in East and Central Africa to Receive IFC’s Global Green Building Certification
Mombasa County has made history as the first sub-national government in Africa to secure EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification for a portfolio of public buildings, marking a significant milestone in sustainable infrastructure and climate leadership.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) provided a MXN$1.15 billion ($58 million) loan to Mexican homebuilder Vinte to acquire Javer, the country’s largest provider of low and mid-income housing. The total acquisition was split between $100 million in new equity, financed by global development banks, and $123 million in debt. The loan is being used to … Sustainability-linked loan of the year – corporate (Americas): IFC loan to Vinte
Kenya has reached a milestone of one million square metres of green-certified floorspace, saving energy and water and reducing harmful emissions. Through modifications and designs that allow for large-scale energy efficiencies, the Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE)-certified structures will offset 9,000 tonnes of carbon annually across the country, equivalent to taking 2,000 cars … Kenya attains key milestone in sustainable buildings
These certifications—such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies)—are internationally recognized benchmarks assessing energy and water efficiency, indoor air quality, renewable energy use, waste management and environmental stewardship.
Technical insights and IFC EDGE’s impact From the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Paul Kwesi Ocran, Green Buildings Lead, Ghana, delivered an in-depth presentation on the technical dimensions of green building in the country. He underscored the affordability of sustainable design and stressed that green homes should not be limited to high-rise luxury developments. “We should … Ghana Green Building Summit 2025 convenes national and international stakeholders
Standard Bank has successfully closed a $250m seven-year unsecured loan from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), which will bolster efforts to promote sustainable development through green financing.
The transaction includes a sustainability-linked incentive, which is contingent on Santander Chile meeting key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the development of green construction sub-projects aligned with the Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) certification.
The LGS2 data centre is the first IFC Edge-certified green data centre in the EMEA region. As a state-of-the-art data centre, it not only boasts enhanced rack capacity and sophisticated cooling systems, reflecting a commitment to technical excellence and operational efficiency, but it also fortifies Nigeria’s data sovereignty, such that data generated, stored, and processed … Sanwo-Olu to inaugurate LGS2 Data Centre by Rack Centre
La Corporación Financiera Internacional (IFC), brazo privado del Grupo Banco Mundial, ha reconocido a Mobiliare Real Estate Solutions como “EDGE Champion”, una distinción obtenida por su compromiso de certificar más del 80% de su portafolio actual con EDGE. Los futuros desarrollos también contarán con dicha certificación.
The facility is designed with sustainability in focus, holding LEED Platinum and IFC EDGE Advanced Pre-Certification. The infrastructure is adaptable and scalable, with collaborative spaces aimed at fostering industry connectivity.
Colombia se consolida como líder mundial en construcción sostenible con certificación Edge Este sello, promovido por la Corporación Financiera Internacional (IFC) del Grupo Banco Mundial, avala edificaciones que optimizan el consumo de agua, energía y otros recursos, contribuyendo significativamente a la mitigación del cambio climático.
The Access Tower, the banking headquarters of Access Bank Plc, located in Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos State, has been certified as a Green Building by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for excellence in design for greater efficiencies. Access Bank’s dedication to sustainable building techniques and its initiatives to lower energy use, water usage, and embodied … International Finance Corporation Names Access Tower “Green Building”
Move away from outputs and outcomes, towards having a tangible impact, says Sayuri Moodliar, ESG Director at Open Access Data Centres and head of the sustainability function for WIOCC Group. She says: “At OADC, we are also focusing on our green building certifications, so our new data centres will be designed and constructed in accordance … From outputs to tangible impacts: ESG Impact Investing Summit points the way
He reiterated his dedication to sustainability across all policies, programmes, and projects of the ministry, highlighting the ongoing partnership with the International Finance Corporation Green Buildings Programme, which began last year, as a key strategy in achieving these sustainability goals. According to him, “Through the collaboration with IFC-EDGE, a workshop was conducted for all the … Ministry, council partner to boost housing climate resilience
The Minister expressed his dedication to ensuring that sustainability remains a priority in all the policies, programs, and projects of the Ministry, emphasizing the partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC -EDGE) Green Buildings Programme which began last year.
Access Bank Ghana has received an International Finance Corporation’s Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies certification for its banking headquarters complex in Osu-Accra. The IFC EDGE Green Building certification is a programme to recognise Access Bank’s commitment to sustainable building practices and its effort to reduce energy consumption, water usage and embodied carbon in building … Access Bank receives IFC EDGE certification
The initiative is anchored on World Bank’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) edge programme, a renowned global certification scheme that fosters sustainability skills in professionals.
In a landmark effort to promote sustainable development and drive Indonesia’s transition to a low-carbon economy, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has introduced its first sustainability-linked loan in the country. This initiative aims to bolster green building certification and improve energy efficiency within the portfolio of PT Nirvana Wastu Pratama (NWP), a leading player in … IFC Launches First Sustainability-Linked Loan in Indonesia to Advance Green Building Initiatives
NAREDCO Maharashtra has entered into a strategic partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) EDGE team. This collaboration has come to fruition due to the efforts of the NextGen team, which played a key role in facilitating the partnership. They will work together to unlock global financing opportunities that will not only drive growth in … NAREDCO Maharashtra partners with IFC for sustainable real estate development by 2025
Under this agreement, IFC EDGE will offer technical expertise, conduct knowledge sessions, and provide free training programs on green building standards. Additionally, developers with EDGE-certified projects will gain exposure at regional industry events.
Verde Two, developed by Asia Green Real Estate, has become Indonesia’s first high-rise residential complex to achieve the prestigious EDGE Zero Carbon Green Building certification.
ETHIOPIA is set to welcome its first green hospital, the Roha Medical Campus (RMC), a $130 million multi-specialty facility under construction in Addis Ababa. The hospital recently achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first healthcare project in Ethiopia to gain accreditation for sustainability under the IFC EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) programme. This preliminary certification, … Ethiopia’s first green hospital sets sustainability benchmark
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – 26th November 2024 – Roha Medical Campus (RMC), a $130 million multispecialty hospital under construction in Addis Ababa, has become the first healthcare development in Ethiopia accredited for sustainability under International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group’s, Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) program.
With a 6.5-hectare green campus and a total projected investment of US$165 million, British University Vietnam (BUV) has recently achieved the prestigious Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) green building certification, a global mark of excellence for sustainable buildings
The Vinte Green PCG Project is aligned with Mexico’s strategic objectives to enhance private sector investment and provide inclusive and sustainable infrastructure services. By implementing green building standards, the project will contribute to Mexico’s climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts. Vinte, a pioneer in EDGE-certified homes, plans to certify at least 90 percent of its … IFC Supports Vinte with US$301 Million Financing Package for Green Housing Project in Mexico
Siamese Asset’s leadership in sustainability is exemplified by its status as Thailand’s first EDGE Champion, a prestigious certification awarded by the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This accolade recognizes the company’s exceptional efforts in advancing green building practices and setting new benchmarks for energy and resource efficiency. The EDGE certification proves Siamese Asset’s dedication to reducing environmental … Leading the Future: Siamese Asset’s Award-Winning Commitment to Green Building and Sustainable Living
As an IFC Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) Champion, Alley Roads was cognisant of the significant impact that going nearly off-grid would have on Riverstone Mall’s carbon footprint. The solar and battery installation will save over 4 000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per annum, equating to a total carbon emission savings of more than 80 000 tonnes … Alley Roads and Blue Energy Africa announces unique hybrid power solution for Meyerton’s first mall
IFC will also offer a performance-based incentive of up to $2.9 million through the UK-IFC Market Accelerator for Green Construction (MAGC) program to support green building design and construction, certified under IFC’s EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) standard.
In addition, IFC will support Axis Bank in expanding its green buildings portfolio and provide a performance-based incentive of up to $2.9 million through the UK-IFC Market Accelerator for Green Construction program. This aims to support the design and certification of green buildings under IFC’s EDGE standard.
“IFC will also offer a performance-based incentive of up to $2.9 million through the UK-IFC Market Accelerator for Green Construction (MAGC) program to support green building design and construction, certified under IFC’s EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) standard,” the statement added.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has successfully concluded the Third EDGE Design Students Competition in Ghana, aimed at promoting sustainable design practices and empowering the next generation of designers to contribute to a greener future. The competition, themed “Promoting Affordability and Efficiency through Passive Design,” attracted 90 participants, … Third IFC EDGE students design competition concludes in Ghana, promoting sustainable architecture
The sustainable housing estate designed in line with International Finance Corporation Edge Green Building Specifications will cost N8.5bn. The housing estate project aims to complement the state government’s ongoing upgrading of Ibadan Airport into an international airport and the Ibadan Circular Road project to craft a decent habitat around the Ibadan International Airport corridor.
Lidl Hungary, which turns 20 this year, continues to consider it a priority task to develop operational processes as sustainable as possible as a responsible store chain, focusing, among other things, on mitigating the environmental impact of its stores. One of the important results of the company’s efforts is that all of its own stores … All of Lidl’s own stores have received the EDGE green building certification
IFC’s investment is not just financial but also advisory. The organization will assist Central Pattana in accelerating its sustainability performance targets and greening its portfolio through IFC’s EDGE building certification. This combined support is expected to help Central Pattana achieve its goal of greening 20% of its property assets by 2030, which constitutes a significant … IFC Invests $100M in Central Pattana’s Sustainability-Linked Bond
Aside from financing, IFC will also assist the company in accelerating sustainability performance targets, greening its portfolio through IFC’s EDGE building certification, and updating its decarbonization strategy.
The bond has received recognition from the Climate Bonds Initiative with all the developments being IFC EDGE certified and the funds achieving GRESB 4-star certification. AHL has also been feted by IFC as an EDGE Champion in Africa for its commitment towards sustainability and green developments.
Recognised by the Climate Bonds Initiative, all developments financed through the bond are IFC EDGE certified, further solidifying AHL’s commitment to sustainable practices. The company has been acknowledged as an EDGE Champion in Africa, reinforcing its leadership in green development.
HYDERABAD: Life sciences ecosystem developer Rx Propellant on Monday announced the opening of 3GV, which is touted as the world’s first IFC-EDGE (International Finance Corporation- Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certified advanced life sciences facility.
Dangiwa revealed that the 3,112 Karsana Renewed Hope City and the designs for six other Renewed Hope Cities across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones are undergoing EDGE Green Certification.
PHILIPPINE property developers are increasingly seeking green certifications for office buildings not only because of government energy mandates but also rising demand from multinational companies. It’s no longer uncommon to find developers touting the sustainable features of their new office buildings, which have received certifications like Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Building for … Green is good: Why more developers eye green certifications for buildings
Hotel Marjan is set for a modern revival under Maistra Hospitality Group, backed by a €200m sustainability-linked loan from the IFC.
Sustainability in Action Tour: The conference will conclude with site visits to East Africa’s first IFC EDGE Green Certified University, Aga Khan University, and Roam Electric’s E-mobility plant, showcasing sustainable practices in action.
All units will have exclusive landscaped gardens and will be developed according to IFC EDGE or EDGE Advanced credentials, making them zero carbon ready, with up to 40% or more on-site energy savings compared to conventional building methods.
All units will have landscaped gardens and be developed according to IFC EDGE or EDGE Advanced credentials, making them zero-carbon ready. This will result in 40% or more of on-site energy savings compared to conventional building methods.
Green Buildings: With support from our longstanding development partners at the Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), IFC partnered with the Housing and Building Research Center (HBRC), the green building arm of the Ministry of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, to enhance the ecosystem of green buildings in Egypt, through policy reform initiatives, capacity building … IFC’s Strategic Investments Propel Egypt’s Economic Growth In FY23, Beyond
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) has announced its first property and sustainable finance transaction in Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) and its expansion into the West African market. The deal involves a €18.5 million sustainability-linked term loan and revolving credit facility in collaboration with HC Capital Properties, sponsor of Cosmos Yopougon shopping mall, a flagship development … Nedbank CIB concludes its first property and sustainable finance deal in Côte d’Ivoire
As more green buildings enter the market, the overall standard for property development is expected to rise. This will likely lead to increased competition among developers to achieve higher sustainability standards and certifications.
TotalEnergies Staff Housing Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited, Louisville Mixed-Use Development, has been awarded two excellences in design for greater efficiency certifications by the International Finance Corporation. In a statement, the co-operative said the accolades, awarded at the Future Cities—Africa Green Building Summit co-hosted by the Green Building Council Nigeria, underscored Louisville’s commitment to sustainability and … TotalEnergies co-operative bags IFC certification
Michelle Farrell, a Senior Operations Officer at the International Finance Corporation, believes there’s the need to connect finance to eligible green building projects in Nigeria as stakeholders move to drive green adoption in the property market. In a chat with CNBC Africa, Farrell stresses that a favourable environment can help spur adoption of green building … Scaling standards in Nigeria’s green building adoption
Makati City, Philippines – RLC Residences recently forged a groundbreaking agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), committing one million square meters (GFA) of net zero carbon and resilient condominiums by 2031. The pledge was spearheaded by RLC Residences Senior Vice President and Business Unit General Manager Chad Sotelo during IFC’s 2nd Climate Forum at … RLC Residences announces net zero carbon and resilient condo target
Emergent Cold Latin America (Emergent Cold LatAm), the largest provider of temperature-controlled food logistics and storage in Latin America, is the first company in the world in this sector to receive the EDGE Zero Carboncertification, one of the most important global sustainability recognitions applied to buildings.
In recent years, IFC has collaborated with ALI to enhance its capacity for sustainable finance and green-building initiatives. For instance, in April 2024, Ayala Land Hotels and Resorts Corp (AHRC), ALI’s hospitality division, committed to becoming the first hotel group in the Philippines to achieve EDGE Zero Carbon certification by 2026. This follows a similar … IFC Partners with Ayala Land for $250 Million Sustainability-Linked Financing to Boost Green Buildings in the Philippines
It is also linked to two sustainability performance targets with the first involving certifying 1.5 million-square meters of ALI’s existing office portfolio by the end of 2025 with IFC’s EDGE Zero Carbon Certification, increasing from around 350,000 square meters at present. ALI’s portfolio is the currently the largest to be EDGE Zero Carbon-certified in the … IFC lends P14.5 billion for ALI’s green projects
“Together with IFC, we’ve already built the largest EDGE Zero Carbon office building portfolio in the Philippines, aligning with the Ayala Group’s net zero by 2050 agenda,” said Meean Dy, President and CEO of ALI. “This landmark investment ensures we keep the momentum towards portfolio decarbonization, further deepening our shared commitment to a greener property sector … IFC Partners with Ayala Land on its First Sustainability-Linked Financing, Boosting the Market for Green Buildings in the Philippines
Tata Realty has secured an Rs 825 crore loan from the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This funding is earmarked for the strategic refinancing of Ramanujan Intellion Park in Chennai, a landmark development in sustainable real estate. As India’s first and largest IFC EDGE Zero Carbon certified asset, this certification recognizes the Park’s design and operational … IFC invests Rs 825 crore in Tata Realty
As part of the financing package, IFC’s subscription in a blue bond of $25 million will allow SeABank to expand its funding for sustainable economic activities associated with ocean and water (aquaculture and fisheries, water supply, and others). IFC’s subscription in a green bond of $50 million will help the bank increase its financing of … IFC Supports SeABank to Issue Viet Nam’s First Blue Bond, Boost Climate Finance
Brookfield Properties in India has been awarded the EDGE Excellence in ‘Design for Greater Efficiencies Champion’ recognition by International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank. This esteemed certification acknowledges the organization’s commitment to sustainability in India’s commercial workspace landscape. Brookfield Properties received the EDGE Champion certification for its southern portfolio covering over 16.5 million … Brookfield Properties in India receives ‘EDGE Champion” recognition by IFC for Sustainable Excellence
Mr. Mayavi added that Muzi Salama will incorporate the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) EDGE green building standards that encourage intelligent design, from the project’s conception, construction, and operation phases which minimise energy and water use to the benefit of the environment and the homeowner.
NWP owns and operates Indonesia’s largest green-certified commercial real-estate portfolio with nine assets certified by IFC’s EDGE and 1 asset certified by Singapore BCA.
NWP owns and operates Indonesia’s largest green-certified commercial real-estate portfolio with nine assets certified by IFC’s EDGE and 1 asset certified by Singapore BCA.
Participants also learned about other IFC programs supporting green building practices including two innovative free tools: IFC’s Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiency (EDGE), a green building certification system focused on making buildings resource-efficient, and the Building Resilience Index, an online hazard-mapping and resilience assessment framework. IFC’s Market Accelerator for Green Construction (MAGC) program provides … PBA, IFC arrange workshop on benefits of green, resilient real estate investment
When building industry and environmental sustainability stakeholders gather in Lagos for a summit to be hosted by Green Building Council Nigeria (GBCN) and International Finance Corporation (IFC) EDGE, inclusive urban development and circular economy will be the focal point of discussion. The summit, known as Future Cities-Africa Green Building Summit 2.0, will be hosted by … Inclusive urban devt, circular economy in focus as GBCN, IFC EDGE host summit
Absa Bank Kenya has enlisted the help of International Finance Corporation (IFC) to weed out greenwashing projects in its climate financing portfolio.
Green houses are residential properties licensed to cut back water, vitality and/or materials consumption below an eligible inexperienced constructing certification program, together with IFC’s Edge. Green residence loans are used to finance the acquisition of houses that meet equal inexperienced constructing requirements.
Once complete, the project, located at the Sedenak Tech Park in Johor Bahru, will become the largest data-center campus based in an emerging market, in terms of combined metrics of land size and committed power capacity. It will also be certified by the Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) green building program, IFC’s green building certification … Malaysia’s Data Center Ambitions Get a Boost with New Investment from IFC
Green homes are residential properties that are certified for reducing water, energy, and or materials use under an eligible green building certification program, including IFC’s EDGE. Green home loans are used to finance the purchase of houses that meet equivalent green building standards.
A real estate development company has received a Ksh24 billion ($180 million) loan to facilitate the construction of an affordable student housing project in Kenya. According to the United States fact sheet on Kenya’s winnings from President Ruto’s State visit, the deal was sealed recently and would facilitate the development of the complex through sustainable means. “The … Kenyan Real Estate Company Receives Ksh24 Billion for Green Student Housing Project
In fostering action towards climate resilient urban development, Green Building Council Nigeria (GBCN) and International Finance Corporation (IFC), through its EDGE Green Buildings and Building Resilience Index programs, announce the Future Cities – Africa Green Building Summit 2.0 from 16th to 19th July 2024 at Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Summit is hosted in collaboration … GBCN, IFC EDGE to Co-host 2nd Future Cities-Africa Green Building Summit
Hyderabad: Lifesciences infra platform Rx Propellant said that 3GV, one of its pharma and life sciences facilities at Genome Valley in Hyderabad, has become the first IFC-EDGE Advanced certified speculative lifesciences building globally.
ifesciences Infrastructure Platform RX Propellant has secured the first ‘IFC-EDGE Advanced’ Certified Speculative Life Sciences Building globally for 3GV, one of the pharma and life sciences facilities located at Genome Valley, Hyderabad.
LMI Holdings’ Mega Warehouse has received the International Financial Corporation (IFC) EDGE Green Building Certification, making it the first warehouse in the country to receive this certification. EDGE Certification recognises businesses that demonstrate a commitment to sustainable practices and show leadership in green initiatives within their industry.
New tools and strategies are emerging to meet the growing demand for retrofit. EDGE is an international green building certification scheme , opens new tabdeveloped by International Finance Corporation, the commercial arm of the World Bank, and it has developed a software tool that allows developers to assess whether a project design meets the standards required to … Why the building sector needs a ‘make do and mend’ mentality
La evolución hacia una construcción sostenible no sólo se limita a la edificación de nuevos edificios y viviendas, sino que también incluye la certificación de la infraestructura existente. Bajo esa lógica, IFC desarrolló la certificación Excelencia en el Diseño para una Mayor Eficiencia (EDGE, por sus siglas en inglés), estándar reconocido mundialmente, el cual promueve … Horizonte verde: la construcción sostenible en América Latina y el Caribe
he Capricorn Corner building, Capricorn Group’s state-of-the-art office facilities, received an EDGE advanced green building certification from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group. The certification, presented by EDGE certification partner – Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), marks the first internationally recognised operational building to be EDGE-certified in … Capricorn gets international green building certification
This collaboration builds upon Novare’s previous accolades, including the award of “Champion” status by IFC’s EDGE initiative in October last year. EDGE, which stands for Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies, is a green building certification system developed by IFC. Used in more than 140 countries, EDGE helps developers and investors design and certify resource … Novare partners with IFC on green building initiative
Good news for the world of eco-construction. Nigeria’s Infrastructure Credit Guarantee Company (InfraCredit) has just been awarded Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiency (EDGE) certification by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector financing arm of the World Bank Group.
RLC Residences recently recorded a new milestone for Le Pont Residences as the development received an EDGE Advanced preliminary certification from the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The prestigious certification recognizes the developer’s commitment to sustainable development and its leadership in creating a more resource-efficient future.
Beyond its 12 MW IT load, our new facility in Oregun, Ikeja, represents a significant advancement in data centre technology and power efficiency. The latter is relevant as the new facility drives our sustainability agenda, being the only IFC Edge-certified facility for its green building design in the EMEA region.
AyalaLand Hotels and Resorts Corp (AHRC) signed an agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) signifying its commitment to achieve EDGE Zero Carbon certification for 2,826 rooms in its hotel portfolio by 2026, a first for a hotel group in the Philippines.
En específico, los recursos de la IFC analizan, además, las acciones en sustentabilidad e innovación tecnológica, dado que deben contar con la precalificación EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies), un proceso que ha venido avanzando en los últimos años y donde empresas institucionales tienen un pie dentro.
AyalaLand Hotels and Resorts Corp (AHRC) has signed an agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) signifying its commitment to achieve EDGE Zero Carbon certification for 2,826 rooms in its hotel portfolio by 2026, a first for a hotel group in the Philippines, a press release from AHRC said.
In this interview with Afrik21, Cheick-Oumar Sylla, Director of North Africa and the Horn of Africa at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and her colleague Lenore Cairncross, Head of Green Building, discuss the advances and challenges facing this sector on the African continent since the launch of EDGE certification.
Dans cette interview accordée à Afrik21, Cheick-Oumar Sylla, le directeur Afrique du Nord et Corne de l’Afrique de la Société financière internationale (SFI) et sa collègue Lenore Cairncross, responsable de la Construction écologique reviennent sur les avancées et les défis de ce secteur sur le continent africain depuis le lancement de la certification EDGE.
The long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum by Dublin studio Heneghan Peng Architects has been captured ahead of its scheduled opening in Giza, Egypt, later this year. In the photos shared by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the colossal building, also known as the Giza Museum, is framed against the Pyramids of Giza.
Corporación Financiera Internacional (IFC, por sus siglas en inglés) habrá destinado a junio de este año 500 millones de dólares en el País en proyectos verdes ligados al nearshoring.
Arthaland Corporation’s efforts in transforming Cebu City with sustainable projects like the EDGE Advanced Public Elementary School Building mark a significant step towards a ‘Singapore-like Cebu with Melbourne features’. Their work exemplifies a commitment to environmental stewardship and economic vibrancy.
The hotel sector contributes around 8% of global carbon emissions. Green building certifications have paved the way to emission reductions by providing a comprehensive framework for sustainable construction and operation, addressing various aspects of a building’s lifecycle to reduce emissions and environmental impact. The Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) and Excellence in Design … Green Tourism in the Caribbean Makes Business Sense: LEED and EDGE can Make it Happen
Lion’s Head Investments (LHI), a commercial property platform in Bulgaria and Romania, announced that it received EUR 150 million in financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for building a new platform in the logistics and light industrial market in Bulgaria and Romania. The financing consists of a syndicated loan facility and a convertible instrument. … Lion’s Head Investments gets EUR 150 million IFC financing for logistics & industrial platform in Romania and Bulgaria
The workshop focused on the role and potential of guarantees to unlock local lending for green-certified affordable housing construction and related offtake, targeting previously unreached groups under the Green Affordable Housing Finance (GAHF) framework and IFC EDGE’s Green Certification Programme.
International Finance Corporation (IFC) has provided a 150 million Euro investment with sustainability-linked features consisting of a syndicated loan facility and a convertible instrument to Lion’s Head Investments (LHI), a commercial property platform in Bulgaria and Romania. LHI is in process of building a new platform in the logistics and light industrial market in Bulgaria … Lion’s Head attracts financing of 150 million Euro from International Finance Corporation
Vinte, desarrolladora de vivienda, reportó que, al cierre del 2023, superó su meta de viviendas con certificación EDGE, otorgada por el Banco Mundial, acumulando 13,627 casas con este distintivo. Durante el año pasado, la viviendera certificó 3,624 viviendas EDGE, de ellas 480 con EDGE Advanced.
KGBS Chief Executive Nasra Nanda stressed the importance of enabling green affordable housing projects The meet further focused on the role and potential of guarantees to unlock local lending for green-certified affordable housing
El Gran Museo Egipcio (GEM) ha conseguido el certificado EDGE Advanced, un acta de sustentabilidad ambiental emitido por el Banco Mundial, por la eficiencia energética y el tratamiento de aguas residuales que lo convierte en el “primer museo verde en África y Medio Oriente”, según fuentes oficiales.
Cairo, Egypt, February 19, 2024 – IFC today awarded the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) with the EDGE Advanced Green Building Certification, making the museum the first in Africa and the Middle East, and one of a handful worldwide, to receive the certification.
As part of its development impact mandate, IDB Invest will support Itulpark through its climate advisory services to achieve EDGE Buildings certification in the Advanced category for the project. For this reason, the four warehouses must achieve at least 40% energy savings compared to the base line, plus up to 20% water usage savings.
Pueblo de Oro Development Corp. (PDO), the property development arm of the ICCP Group, has achieved preliminary EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification for its Westwoods Storeys project in Barangay Carmen, Cagayan De Oro City.
Kenya Green Building Society (KBGS), the Financial Sector Deepening Africa (FSD Africa), and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced that Governor Johnson Sakaja’s office has achieved IFC’s EDGE green building standard. This achievement marks the Nairobi City County Governor’s office as the first EDGE-certified green government office building in Africa.
Green buildings: With support from our longstanding development partners at the Swiss Secretariat for Economic Affairs, the IFC partnered with the Housing and Building Research Centre, the green building arm of the Ministry of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, to enhance the ecosystem of green buildings in Egypt, through policy reform initiatives, capacity building of public … INTERVIEW: IFC supports Egypt’s private sector, climate action plan, says VP for Africa
Dubai – The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), has unveiled an ambitious vision for a new level of EDGE green building certification and Building Resilience Index at COP28. This partnership aims to leverage the IFC’s building certification programs in the Alliance’s Net Positive Hospitality framework. EDGE® (“Excellence in Design for Greater … Ambitions for ‘Net Positive’ Certification for Low Carbon and Resilient Hotels
Dubai, December 6, 2023 – As part of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom’s ‘call for an era of action’ at the COP28 Climate Summit on December 1st, the UK Government has announced an expansion of funding for climate projects, including the UK-IFC Market Accelerator for Green Construction (MAGC) Program, to significantly elevate green construction practices in over … UK-IFC Market Accelerator for Green Construction (MAGC) receives £36m in funding expansion to support green construction practices
DUBAI, UAE — As representatives from the public and private sector convened in Dubai this week for the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), the critical need to address Green Finance and decarbonization of the built environment is a major focus area. With this mission in mind, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and architectural design … IFC’s EDGE Buildings and Gensler Join Forces to Support Buildings Decarbonization, Sustainable Finance at COP28
Dubai, December 6, 2023 — The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the world’s largest architectural design firm, Gensler, have agreed to jointly expand their work on low-carbon building certification and access to green finance.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank, in partnership with the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) have honoured three winners in its Women in Green Building Competition.
Washington D.C., November 11, 2023 – IFC announced its support of the Buildings Breakthrough Target (BBT), an initiative co-led by the Government of France (Ministry for Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion) and the Kingdom of Morocco (Ministry of National Territory Planning, Land Planning, Housing and City Policy), and coordinated under the umbrella of the … IFC Announces Support for UNEP-GlobalABC Buildings Breakthrough Target
This initiative was driven by an innovative program by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank, known as Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE). EDGE empowers emerging markets to swiftly and economically construct resource-efficient buildings, emphasizing reductions in energy consumption, water utilization, and embodied carbon design.
Washington D.C., October 25, 2023 — The transition to green construction could help reduce global carbon emissions in construction value chains by about 23 percent by 2035, with emerging markets accounting for about 55 percent of this projected reduction, according to a new IFC report released today.
Novare Group (Novare), the investment solutions provider with a property portfolio across the African continent, has achieved EDGE Champion status from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank due to its commitment to EDGE certifying 100% of its building portfolio.
The 8 Champions are property developers, a real estate investment trust (REIT), and property funds from South Africa, Kenya, Côte d’Ivoire, and Mauritius, with portfolio projects spanning across Africa. IFC EDGE certification has the goal of reducing the environmental impact of buildings in three areas: energy, water, and material efficiency.
Luxury real estate developers have embraced design principles that can help them create a harmonious connection between residents and nature. Large windows provide ample natural light and stunning views, while outdoor living spaces and green roofs invite residents to immerse themselves in a verdant environment. These elements not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also … The green revolution: How luxury apartments are embracing sustainability
Africa is set to witness an unprecedented building boom with 70 per cent of the world’s population expected to live in urban cities by 2050. According to the International Finance corporation, it presents an enormous opportunity for urban cities to turn to green buildings. CNBC Africa spoke to IFC Country Manager, Amena Arif for more.
“Lucima is our flagship residential condominium in the Queen City of the Philippines. It is envisioned as the Southern Philippines’ first quadrupled-certified high-rise residential project. It is vying for IFC’s EDGE Zero Carbon certification in the Southern Philippines, proving that we can raise the standards of residential developments,” shared Mr. Jaime C. González, Arthaland’s Vice … Sustainability and Wellness at the Core of Lucima by Arthaland
The Homa Bay NHC Affordable Housing Programme project has received international approval for its environmentally friendly building strategies. The project, which is being undertaken by the National Housing Corporation, has been awarded the EDGE Certification by the International Finance Corporation; a member of the World Bank Group. The accomplishment has been attributed to a collaborative … Homa Bay affordable housing project gets World Bank approval
The Homa Bay National Housing Corporation (NHC) Affordable Housing Programme project has received international approval for its environmentally friendly building strategies. The project being undertaken by NHC, which is the lead implementer of the government’s Affordable Housing Programme projects, has been awarded the Edge certification by the International Finance Corporation, a member of the World … Homa Bay gets World Bank approval for housing project
Representatives from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and two South Africa property developers last week visited innovative affordable housing projects in Johannesburg being certified by Edge, the green building certification developed by the IFC, the private sector arm of the World Bank.
Ms. Do Ngoc Diep – Green Building Program Manager of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) said that real estate investors are facing great opportunities not only from international funding flows but also enhances the value of Vietnamese businesses when meeting green building standards.
In line with the Bank and GCS’s commitment to sustainability, green practices have been introduced throughout the renovation project, with the aim of achieving EDGE green building certification. An environmentally conscious approach was adopted, emphasizing low waste and high recycling, responsibly sourced materials, and proper disposal.
Construction) – On September 28, in Ho Chi Minh City, the Ministry of Construction coordinated with related ministries, branches and Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee to organize Vietnam Green Building Week 2023 with the theme “GREEN BUILDING DEVELOPMENT PROMOTES GREEN TRANSFORMATION OF THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES”.
Approaching green finance will enable Vietnamese firms to undergo transformation, protect the environment, and enhance their financial capacity, said Do Ngoc Diep, who manages a green building and climate change adaptation program under the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
DAKAR, SENEGAL, September 25, 2023 / EINPresswire.com / — The World Bank Group and the Government of Senegal, in partnership with the City Climate Finance Gap Fund, today awarded the EDGE green building certification to Senegalese property developers, Teyliom and Duo Real Estate for the first six sustainable housing developments to be built in the country.
The project aims to cut water and energy use of the housing developments under the platform by at least 20% with IFC’s EDGE Green Building Certification.
In India, where homes use 30% of electricity and buildings create 20% of carbon emissions, the project aims to cut water and energy use of the housing developments under the platform by at least 20% with IFC’s EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) green building certification. As India’s energy demand soars due to economic … IFC, Sunteck Realty Join Hands For Investing Up To ₹7,500 Million To Expand Green Urban Housing In Maharashtra
The MMR, with a population exceeding 22 million, represents India’s dynamic housing market, currently facing a substantial housing deficit. Houses in India consume 30 per cent of electricity and buildings contribute to 20 per cent of carbon emissions, the project sets out to reduce water and energy usage in the housing developments under the platform … Sunteck and IFC invest in Green Housing Project
An innovative financing tool to support global sustainable development, these SLBs will provide financial incentives for both BIM Land and Thanh Xuan Joint Stock Company to improve water conservation and energy efficiency in three of their hospitality assets to be accredited by EDGE, IFC’s green building certification system. This is expected to avoid an estimated … Vietnam’s First Local Currency Sustainability-Linked Bonds to Boost Economy, Support Climate Goals
The University of Nairobi (UoN) and IFC, a member of the World Bank, today signed a partnership to increase awareness of green building design among university students and professionals and help drive the adoption of sustainable and environmentally friendly construction practices in Kenya. Under the partnership, IFC will train UoN faculty on delivering courses to … UoN and IFC Partner to Promote Green Building Practices in Kenya
ProCredit Bank’s Head Office in Kyiv, Ukraine, has used the EDGE Retrofit Protocol to become the first property in the country to achieve EDGE Advanced Green Building certification.
“There is a virtuous cycle available to us,” the governor said, adding that Nairobi City County has completed a preliminary IFC EDGE building assessment of his office, which they intend to certify in time for COP 28, “to make it the first IFC EDGE Green Government Building in Africa, if not the world.” Excellence in … Green Construction Crucial For Achieving Climate Goals
As an IFC EDGE Champion, and the first company internationally to receive EDGE Version 3 certification, Alleyroads’ apartments have been designed to meet IFC’s EDGE Advanced green building standards, making them zero carbon ready and among the first residential units in sub-Saharan Africa that will achieve such a high level of resource efficiency.
Ecobank Ghana has received EDGE certification for its magnificent state-of-the-art Head Office building in Accra, across the Independence Avenue from Afua Sutherland Children’s Park.
The resources obtained will be used to finance the construction of additional square meters in the development of properties certified by EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies). An innovation by IFC, EDGE helps real estate developers certify their buildings as green in a fast, easy and affordable way. EDGE offers a menu of solutions … IFC and IDEI announce green bond issuance for 800 million pesos to promote sustainable construction in Mexico
Santander will promote the Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiency (EDGE) certification among its clients in Mexico. This is an IFC program that certifies developments or buildings as sustainable constructions. EDGE provides a competitive differentiation in the market, reducing operating and maintenance costs and providing faster property sale potential, greater capital gains and recognition as … Santander, IFC to Foster Efficiency in Construction
Con este acuerdo, Santander promoverá con sus clientes en México la certificación de Excelencia en el Diseño para una Mayor Eficiencia (EDGE, por sus siglas en inglés), una innovación de IFC que acredita a un desarrollo o edificación como una construcción sostenible. Como resultado de cumplir con los más altos estándares de cuidado al medio … IFC y SANTANDER FIRMAN ALIANZA PARA IMPULSAR CONSTRUCCIÓN SOSTENIBLE EN MÉXICO
The Standard Bank Group, parent company of Stanbic Bank Ghana has successfully closed a $250 million sustainable term loan. The facility, concluded with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), marks another significant step towards entrenching Standard Bank’s sustainability commitments.
Pilar de los Horneros, el barrio privado desarrollado por Balsa & Asociados en Canelones, fue reconocido con la certificación preliminar EDGE, una evaluación de construcciones sustentables promovida por la Corporación Financiera y el Banco Mundial. Esta tiene como objetivo generar construcciones eficientes en más de 130 países.
Shelter Afrique Managing Director, Thierno Habib Hann, said Shelter Afrique shares the goal of fostering sustainable and responsible housing practices for a more resilient future. He made these remarks at the Zambia EDGE Discovery Workshop – organized by Shelter Afrique, in partnership with IFC EDGE and the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development, Zambia.
Lusaka, Zambia – Pan African housing development financier, Shelter Afrique, has implored stakeholders in the built environment to put more emphasis on addressing climate change, describing it as “one of the most pressing challenges of our era.”
Speaking at the Zambia EDGE Discovery Workshop – organized by Shelter Afrique Centre of Excellence (CoE), in partnership with IFC EDGE and the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development, Zambia – Shelter Afrique Managing Director, Thierno Habib Hann, said the company shares the goal of fostering sustainable and responsible housing practices for a more … Shelter Afrique roots for green buildings at Zambia stakeholders training
Under the deal inked on 31 July, the IFC will provide a loan of up to ZAR4.5 billion (US$236 million) to support Absa’s strategy to expand its green buildings finance portfolio, which includes providing funding for developers and mortgages for individual home buyers. Absa will use the loan to finance green buildings certified under the IFC’s … IFC Agrees US$236 Million Green Buildings Loan For South Africa
The Jordanian government, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and the Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) have signed a cooperation agreement to implement the Green Buildings project in Jordan. The project will receive funding of $575,000, with $500,000 provided as a grant from the IFC and an in-kind contribution of $75,000 from the GAM.
In today’s commercial real estate sector, the full focus is on ESG – reporting, compliance, and standards. Simply benchmarking and reporting on a company’s real estate assets is no longer enough as concerned stakeholders and stricter regulations reshape the playing field.
SBC Greece collaborates with IFC to promote EDGE Green Building Certification
Este número apenas es un 10% de los 50 millones de metros cuadrados reportados a nivel mundial, por lo que el reto para México es acelerar el camino para lograr la certificación EDGE.
Egypt – The Commercial International Bank (CIB), Egypt’s leading private sector bank, has announced that NEWGIZA for Basic Infrastructure and Educational Services (NGU), one of NEWGIZA’s companies, obtained the IFC’s EDGE Advanced green building certification, as part of CIB’s Sustaining Sectors Programme.
CEO Kajonsit Singsansern said developing a property project to be certified for EDGE green building standards means additional costs, but these expenses can be offset or compensated. “For residential projects, where the costs are typically passed on to buyers, the additional expenses associated with implementing green building standards can be offset by reducing the marketing … Siamese Asset targets green certification for all new projects
Com um total de cerca de 1 milhão de metros quadrados de área construída certificada e mais de meio milhão em fase de validação, o Brasil deve se tornar, nos próximos anos, protagonista no cenário global de edifícios verdes certificados pela IFC (International Finance Corporation), braço privado do Banco Mundial. A avaliação é de Ommid … Entrevista à Plurale com Ommid Saberi, Global Lead and Industry Expert da IFC
Em 2015, enfrentando esse desafio, a Internacional Finance Corporation (IFC) – braço do Banco Mundial para o setor privado – criou a certificação EDGE (sigla em inglês para “Excelência em Design para Maior Eficiência”), que se diferencia das outras certificações existentes no mercado por ser mais simples e acessível, além de ser aplicável em todos … Incorporadoras podem utilizar a certificação EDGE para atrair investidores e clientes finais
“Rack Centre became the first International Finance Corporation (IFC) EDGE-certified data centre in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Officially making this the first Green Certified Data Centre in Africa and the most connected facility in the region, according to its Peering DB ranking. “With this expansion, Rack Centre would have a net let- table … Rack Centre constructs new load data hub for expansion
We also made significant progress on our Purple Lekki and Urban developments. Purple Lekki in particular took huge leaps towards completion as the team sets course for delivery of the retail portion of this landmark mixed-use asset. We expect to complete Purple Lekki, the first IFC EDGE-certified mixed-used building in Nigeria, by mid-year 2023 and … Purple Group reports 385.4% growth in gross earnings
IFC launched the Building Resilience Index on April 20 to help Vietnamese enterprises build climate-resilient projects.
The global leading sports retailer is partnering with SGS and adopting the EDGE green building standard as part of its real estate sustainability strategy.
“For a building to qualify for EDGE Advanced Certification, it needs to achieve a minimum of 40% savings in energy, and 20% in water and materials,” says Iphendule Ndzipho, architectural and sustainability consultant at ecocentric. “This goes beyond the 20% in all three categories that is required for the Standard Certification.”
Africa Logistics Properties (ALP) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are partnering to accelerate the adoption of green building practices through the promotion of voluntary green building certification programs based on the World Bank’s Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) standards.
ALP says this will be done by promoting voluntary green building certification programs based on World Bank’s Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) standards.
Africa Logistics Properties (ALP) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are partnering to accelerate the adoption of green building practices.
Africa Logistics Properties (ALP) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have partnered partnering to accelerate the adoption of green building practices. This will be through the promotion of voluntary green building certification programs based on the World Bank’s Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) standards.
Richard Hough, CEO, Africa Logistics Properties, welcomes Moses Kuria, Cabinet Secretary for Trade Investment and Industry, to ALP West in Limuru for the official opening of Phase 4
In a collaborative initiative, Aavas Financiers Limited and International Finance Corporation take pride in the successful EDGE certification of ten affordable Green Self Built Homes. This is the first ever pilot project by IFC and EDGE in collaboration with Aavas for self-built Green homes not just in India but at a global level, marking a … Aavas Financiers and IFC Mark History in Housing Finance Space with Its Pilot Project – EDGE Green Self-Built Homes
BPI also ended 2022 as the first Philippine bank to have five International Finance Corporation – Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (IFC-EDGE) certified bank branches in the Philippines. These branches are BPI Iloilo Solis, Loyola Katipunan, Guiguinto, San Fernando Highway Main, and North Greenhills.
The @345 building in Port Moresby has become the first building in the Pacific to be accredited as a green building. The accreditation came after Steamships, a conglomerate in PNG, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) retrofitted the building to meet the sustainability criteria. That involved ensuring a 20 per cent savings in energy consumption, water consumption, and … PNG building becomes first in Pacific to receive green accreditation
Steamships, a diversified Papua New Guinean conglomerate with interests in logistics, property, and hospitality, along with IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, today announced the redevelopment of the three-story building in downtown Port Moresby known as @345, previously Burns Haus, has been awarded final certification under the green building certification system known as … Steamships and IFC Collaboration Sees Landmark PNG Building Become First in South Pacific to Achieve International EDGE Certification
The EDGE programme, which receives significant funding from the UK Government and Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), helps to identify the most practical ways to build green. It helps to build in a fast, easy and affordable way while considering the local baseline, which includes building codes, climatic data and typical utility costs.
PropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, today announced the regional winners representing the Best in Asia at the 17th Annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final.
EDGE, which receives significant funding from UK Government and Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) helps to identify the most practical ways to build green in a fast, easy and affordable way while considering the local baseline, which includes building codes, climatic data, and typical utility costs.
THE Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) reached new milestone in the country’s sustainable banking operations as BPI Iloilo Solis and BPI Loyola Katipunan became the first two bank branches to earn Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) certification of World Bank Group member International Finance Corp. (IFC).
Within the real estate space, DFI’s in particular the IFC, are responding to the call to deliver affordable sustainable developments and have established proprietary tools including EDGE, READ and ASHA
Tata Realty’s Chennai based commercial asset – Ramanujan Intellion Park, has become the first Indian campus to be recognized with the EDGE Zero Carbon certification by the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The certification recognizes the company’s efforts to construct green commercial buildings that have negligible impact on the environment.
TATA Realty’s Chennai commercial asset – Ramanujan Intellion Park, becomes the first Indian campus to be recognized with the EDGE Zero Carbon certification by the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), on October 6, 2022, announced the winners of the EDGE Green Building Challenge at an Awards Night at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra.
BBVA acted as sole structuring bank and green agent by guaranteeing the total amount of the transaction, with a total take of USD285 million. The loan was structured as a sustainability-linked financing deal, and the key sustainability performance indicator (KPI) is the number of square meters of property that obtain EDGE certification.
Thus, for the purpose of further promoting the integral well-being of communities, JAVER stepped up its sustainability efforts by obtaining EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification for 294 homes in the Muriel Residencial project, which is in the metropolitan area of Monterrey, Nuevo León.
Five years ago, the Colombian Chamber of Construction (Camacol) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member organization of the World Bank Group, brought EDGE certification to Colombia.
Locally, Mi Vida at Garden City, a mixed-use project by Mi Vida Homes, located along the Thika Superhighway is one such IFC EDGE Certified development. The development boasts of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments at Garden City along Thika Superhighway.
We applaud Filinvest REIT for being at the forefront of the green building movement in the Philippines through their registration of six office towers toward an EDGE certification,” said Jean-Marc Arbogast, IFC country manager for the Philippines.
Actis stressed that all assets in the portfolio would attain a minimum standard of IFC Edge certification, while NREIF would acquire and manage real estate assets across a range of sectors, including retail, office, industrial, education and healthcare.
The Ghana Infectious Disease Centre, a private sector-driven facility, built in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, has Thursday, received certification from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) green building program.
Evercare Hospital Lekki is leading a shift towards sustainable medical care to stay ahead of the curve in Nigeria’s healthcare industry. Located in Lagos, Nigeria’s economic nerve center, the 165-bed multispecialty tertiary care facility has resource efficiency in its design and operations.
To realise its sustainability objectives, Evercare Hospital leveraged the many benefits of EDGE to engineer a facility that provides the highest healthcare standards without wasting resources.
Five Indonesian companies and a university were today officially recognized for their commitment to decarbonize their building portfolios, a move that’s vital to the quest to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
In recognition of its commitment to sustainability in the commercial workspace landscape in India, Tata Realty & Infrastructure (TRIL) – a 100% subsidiary of Tata Sons and one of the only few large-scale institutional developers in India has been awarded the prestigious EDGE advanced certification for six of its grade A commercial projects.
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced a R325 million loan to residential property developer, Alleyroads, to build 1 000 plus rental apartments in Johannesburg.
To improve access to affordable, sustainable residential housing in South Africa, World Bank Group member the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced an investment to support South African residential property developer Alleyroads to build over 1 000 rental apartment units in the Johannesburg area.
Kenya’s first Green Bond by Acorn Holdings Limited has won the Most Innovative Bond accolade at the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Finance 2021 Awards.
More than $5 million is being saved annually in utility costs throughout Kenya because of green building modifications and designs that allow for large-scale energy efficiencies, why is this important?
Evercare Hospital, Lekki, Lagos has made history as the first hospital in Nigeria to receive Final EDGE Certification as a resource-efficient and environmental- friendly designed building health care project.
Evercare Hospital has made history as the first hospital in Nigeria to receive final EDGE certification as a resource-efficient and environmentally friendly designed building healthcare project.
Evercare Hospital Lekki has made history as the first hospital in Nigeria to receive Final EDGE Certification as a resource-efficient and environmentally friendly designed building healthcare project.
Absa Bank Kenya has received the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) global Certification for integrating green building technologies in accordance with global standards.
IFC and Equilibrium Partners have announced the EDGE certification of The Genesis Residences, a multi-unit residential development, which also happens to be the former home of Theodosia Salome Okoh who designed Ghana’s national flag.
Indonesia’s national mosque has undergone an environmentally-friendly retrofit that has seen it significantly lower its carbon footprint while also becoming the first place of worship in the world to be awarded final certification under the EDGE system.
The Alliance Place office building in Lagos, Nigeria, has raised the bar in sustainable value delivery and enhanced workplace satisfaction for its broad range of environmentally conscious tenants.
Somerset Hangzhou Bay Ningbo and Citadines Canal Amsterdam are being acquired for approximately S$190 million through Ascott’s private equity fund and both properties will be certified using EDGE.
To help Vietnam address its critical need for housing and tackle climate change, IFC is supporting Nam Long Investment Corporation to develop sustainable green housing for workers in a satellite city near the economic hub of Ho Chi Minh City.
New homeowners from the Tamale Project were handed the keys to their new homes, along with the EDGE Certificates.
In Nigeria, KARMOD, an innovative building construction company, is championing prefabricated green homes as a more environmentally friendly and sustainable path to affordable housing delivery.
In Nigeria, KARMOD, an innovative building construction company, is championing prefabricated green homes as a more environmentally friendly and sustainable path to affordable housing delivery.
FIBRA Macquarie Mexico (FIBRAMQ) (BMV: FIBRAMQ), announced today that it has been selected as an EDGE Champion 2022.
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