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Hotel Cardoso, Maputo

Hotel Cardoso is a historic 4-star hotel located in the heart of Maputo, Mozambique. Originally constructed in 1928, the hotel features five floors and 130 guest rooms, along with a range of amenities including a restaurant, bar, meeting rooms, gym, sauna, and swimming pool. As part of the Westmont Hospitality Group’s broader effort to green its existing property portfolio, UGC was engaged to conduct a full performance assessment and provide strategic advisory to guide the project toward EDGE certification. UGC is working closely with the operations and technical teams to identify and oversee the implementation of key upgrades in energy, water, and materials performance. The project is currently undergoing improvements and is targeting final certification in 2025.

Project Sustainability Features

  • Energy-efficient upgrades to lighting and HVAC systems

  • Low-flow water fixtures and water-saving strategies

  • Improvements to building envelope and insulation

  • Strategic reuse of existing structural and interior elements

  • Operational efficiency improvements to reduce energy and water consumption

  • Aligned with Westmont Group’s regional and global ESG targets

UGC Services Provided:

  • EDGE feasibility analysis

 

  • Retrofit strategy advisory

 

  • Performance modelling

 

  • Certification documentation support

Project Info

Location
  • Maputo, Mozambique
Square Meters
  • 7350
Completion Date
  • 2025
Certification
  • EDGE Certification (Existing Building)