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2012 Results FoundLe Pont Residences: Pioneering Sustainable Living with EDGE Advanced Certification
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.
Data centre plays vital role in driving Africa’s digital transformation— Johannisson
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 becomes first hotel group in the PH to target EDGE Zero Carbon certification by 2026
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.
Financiamiento industrial detrás del ‘nearshoring’
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.
Hotel group targets EDGE Zero Carbon certification
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.
Interview with the IFC: “EDGE has already certified $73B in green real estate assets”
In this interview with Afrik21, Cheick-Oumar Sylla, Director of North Africa and the Horn of Africa at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and her colleague Lenore Cairncross, Head of Green Building, discuss the advances and challenges facing this sector on the African continent since the launch of EDGE certification.
Interview de la SFI : «EDGE a déjà certifié 73Md$ d’actifs immobiliers écologiques»
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.
World’s largest museum captured ahead of opening in Egypt
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.
Da IFC 500 mdd para nearshoring
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 Honored by Cebu City Mayor for Sustainable Development, Boosting Local Economy
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.
Green Tourism in the Caribbean Makes Business Sense: LEED and EDGE can Make it Happen
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 gets EUR 150 million IFC financing for logistics & industrial platform in Romania and Bulgaria
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
Environmental Experts Mull Green Affordable Housing Finance
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.
Lion’s Head attracts financing of 150 million Euro from International Finance Corporation
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 alcanza las 13,627 viviendas con certificación EDGE
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.
Green Building Society woos stakeholders to affordable housing project
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 Museo Egipcio se convierte en el “primer museo verde en África y Medio Oriente”
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.
IFC Recognizes the Grand Egyptian Museum as the First EDGE Advanced Green Museum in Africa and the Middle East
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.
IDB Invest, Parques Logísticos Effitek Join Forces to Develop the First AAA Sustainable Logistics Park in Ecuador
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.
Westwoods Storeys in Cagayan de Oro awarded preliminary EDGE certification
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.
Nairobi County governor’s office becomes first EDGE certified government office in Africa
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.
INTERVIEW: IFC supports Egypt’s private sector, climate action plan, says VP for 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
Ambitions for ‘Net Positive’ Certification for Low Carbon and Resilient Hotels
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
UK-IFC Market Accelerator for Green Construction (MAGC) receives £36m in funding expansion to support green construction practices
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
IFC’s EDGE Buildings and Gensler Join Forces to Support Buildings Decarbonization, Sustainable Finance at COP28
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
IFC’s EDGE Buildings and Gensler Join Forces at COP28 to Support Buildings Decarbonization, Sustainable Finance
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.
WORLD BANK GROUP’S IFC EDGE ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2023 WOMEN IN GREEN BUILDING COMPETITION
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.
IFC Announces Support for UNEP-GlobalABC Buildings Breakthrough Target
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
Arthaland turns over First EDGE Advanced School in the Philippines
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.
Building Green Could Reduce Carbon Emissions from Construction by 23 percent: IFC Report
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 achieves EDGE Champion recognition
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.
World Bank Group’s IFC honours 8 EDGE Champions for green building initiatives across Africa
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.
The green revolution: How luxury apartments are embracing sustainability
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
Green construction offers business case to cure housing & climate crisis
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.
Sustainability and Wellness at the Core of Lucima by Arthaland
“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
Homa Bay affordable housing project gets World Bank approval
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
Homa Bay gets World Bank approval for housing project
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
IFC and SA developers explore Edge-certified green housing projects in Johannesburg
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.
Investing in real estate projects in Vietnam, what to do to access green capital?
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.
Rebuilding A Resilient New Home for Staff
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.
Vietnam Green Building Week 2023: Opportunity for policies for sustainable development
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”.
Vietnam is lacking in green buildings: construction official
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).
Senegal’s First Green-Built Homes Awarded International Certification
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.
IFC, Sunteck Realty create joint platform investing up to Rs 750 crore to expand green urban housing
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.
IFC, Sunteck Realty Join Hands For Investing Up To ₹7,500 Million To Expand Green Urban Housing In Maharashtra
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
Sunteck and IFC invest in Green Housing Project
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
Vietnam’s First Local Currency Sustainability-Linked Bonds to Boost Economy, Support Climate Goals
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
UoN and IFC Partner to Promote Green Building Practices in Kenya
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 Head Office Sets New Green Building Standard in Ukraine
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.
Green Construction Crucial For Achieving Climate Goals
“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
ALLEYROADS RECEIVES FURTHER R175M FROM IFC FOR AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
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 head office building earn EDGE Certification
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.
IFC and IDEI announce green bond issuance for 800 million pesos to promote sustainable construction in Mexico
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, IFC to Foster Efficiency in Construction
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
IFC y SANTANDER FIRMAN ALIANZA PARA IMPULSAR CONSTRUCCIÓN SOSTENIBLE EN MÉXICO
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
Standard Bank successfully closes $250m sustainable term loan with IFC
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 reduce su huella (es el primer barrio del país reconocido por la evaluación EDGE del Banco Mundial)
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 Roots for Green Buildings in Africa
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.
Shelter Afrique roots for green buildings at Zambia stakeholders training
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.”
Shelter Afrique roots for green buildings at Zambia stakeholders training
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
IFC Agrees US$236 Million Green Buildings Loan For South Africa
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
Green buildings project agreement signed
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.
Why Data Matters – An Interview with Dhawal Doshi
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
SBC Greece collaborates with IFC to promote EDGE Green Building Certification
En México hay 5 millones de m2 con certificación EDGE
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’s CIB qualifies NEWGIZA University to receive EDGE Advanced certification
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.
Siamese Asset targets green certification for all new projects
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
Entrevista à Plurale com Ommid Saberi, Global Lead and Industry Expert da IFC
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
Incorporadoras podem utilizar a certificação EDGE para atrair investidores e clientes finais
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 constructs new load data hub for expansion
“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
Purple Group reports 385.4% growth in gross earnings
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
Enhancing resistance of buildings to natural disasters
IFC launched the Building Resilience Index on April 20 to help Vietnamese enterprises build climate-resilient projects.
SGS : Decathlon Extends Partnership with SGS to Accelerate its Global Sustainability Real Estate Strategy
The global leading sports retailer is partnering with SGS and adopting the EDGE green building standard as part of its real estate sustainability strategy.
The WINNING EDGE
“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.”
ALP And IFC Renew Commitment To Improving Kenya’s Green Building Standards
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 and IFC partner to accelerate adoption of green building in Kenya
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.
Kenya To Embrace More Green Constructions Following New Deal
Africa Logistics Properties (ALP) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) are partnering to accelerate the adoption of green building practices.
ALP & IFC commit to promote adoption of green building standards in Kenya
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.
KENYA ALP, IFC To Improve Kenya’s Green Building 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
Aavas Financiers and IFC Mark History in Housing Finance Space with Its Pilot Project – EDGE Green Self-Built Homes
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 ended 2022 as the first Philippine bank to have five IFC – EDGE certified bank branches in the Philippines.
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.
PNG building becomes first in Pacific to receive green accreditation
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 and IFC Collaboration Sees Landmark PNG Building Become First in South Pacific to Achieve International EDGE Certification
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 advantage
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.
The best of the best real estate developers, projects prevail at 17th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final
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.
Balancing profit with purpose: CalBank’s Green building certification journey
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.
BPI branches awarded EDGE certification
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).
IFC’s EDGE as a tool to achieve sustainable building solutions that are affordable in emerging markets
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 Ramanujan Intellion Park to become India’s first EDGE zero carbon project
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 Ramanujan Intellion Park becomes India’s first EDGE Zero Carbon Project
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).
Team Charis wins top prize at IFC Edge Green Building Awards in Accra
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 and Fibra Uno close the largest ESG Term Loan in the Mexican real-estate market
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.
JAVER Drives Sustainable Housing Development and Obtains IFC 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.
Colombia is a world leader in sustainable construction
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.
Pioneering Sustainable Design Through Green Building
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.
Filinvest REIT primed for the ‘Green Shift’ in office leasing
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 Concludes 1st Close Of West Africa Real Estate Fund At $45m
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.
Ghana Infectious Disease Centre receives IFC EDGE certification
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: Driving Sustainable Healthcare Delivery in Nigeria
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.
Evercare: Driving Sustainable Healthcare Delivery in Nigeria
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.
IFC and Indonesian Institutions Join Forces to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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.
Tata Realty bags six EDGE certification
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.
Property Developer Granted R325M Loan to Address Joburg’s Affordable Housing Gap
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.
IFC, Alleyroads partner to develop affordable residential housing in South Africa
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 Named Most Innovative At EMEA Awards
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.
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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 gets environmental-friendly building
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 earns Nigeria’s first EDGE-certified project in hospitality sector
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 Becomes First EDGE-Certified Hospital in Nigeria
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 Earns Global Recognition For Its Energy And Water Efficiency Investments
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.
Equilibrium Partners pledges massive facelift on Theodosia Okoh’s home in Accra
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 Goes Green in World-First Collaboration with IFC EDGE Program
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.
Alliance Place Raises the Bar in Energy Savings, Employee Productivity
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.
Ascott Acquires Two Properties in Ningbo and Amsterdam, both to be EDGE-certified
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.
IFC Invests in Green Housing to help Vietnam Meet Demand while Cutting Emissions
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.
Cutting EDGE: The First Climate Certified Affordable Housing in Northern Ghana
New homeowners from the Tamale Project were handed the keys to their new homes, along with the EDGE Certificates.
KARMOD: Championing Prefabricated Green Buildings in Nigeria with EDGE
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.
Championing Prefabricated Green Buildings in Nigeria with EDGE
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 is Recognized as EDGE Champion
FIBRA Macquarie Mexico (FIBRAMQ) (BMV: FIBRAMQ), announced today that it has been selected as an EDGE Champion 2022.
IFC Recognizes Latin American Companies as EDGE Champions for their Commitment to Building Green
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Win-Win for All: Green Finance for Affordable Housing
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