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WEBINAR: Build Green. Build Better.
Accelerating Green Building in Africa with EDGE
Nov. 9 2026
Discover how EDGE is helping shape more resource-efficient buildings across Africa. Join Bureau Veritas and IFC to explore green building trends, practical insights from EDGE-certified projects, and how certification can support better energy, water and embodied carbon performance.
As Africa’s cities continue to grow, developers, investors and property owners face increasing pressure to deliver buildings that are more efficient, resilient and sustainable.
EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies), developed by IFC, provides a practical approach to green building certification by focusing on measurable reductions in energy use, water consumption and embodied carbon in construction materials.
Join Bureau Veritas on the and IFC on the 25 November 2026 for an insightful session exploring how EDGE is supporting the transition towards more resource-efficient buildings across Africa.
Event details
Date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
What you will learn
During the session, we will explore:
- Key sustainability and green building trends shaping Africa’s built environment
- How the EDGE certification framework works and the value it can deliver
- Real-world success stories and lessons from EDGE-certified projects
- How EDGE supports improved energy, water and embodied carbon performance
- How Bureau Veritas can support organisations throughout the EDGE certification journey
Who should attend?
This session is particularly relevant for:
- Commercial property developers involved in new developments and major building projects
- Real estate investors and asset managers looking to strengthen the sustainability performance of property portfolios
- Commercial property owners and landlords seeking greater energy and water efficiency across buildings
- Architects, engineers and project managers involved in the design and delivery of new buildings
- Sustainability and ESG professionals responsible for green building strategies and environmental performance
- Property and facilities professionals involved in improving the performance of existing buildings