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Green Building Certifications

Driving Sustainability Through Verified Green Building Practices

At UGC Africa, we lead the East African region in delivering internationally recognized green building certifications. With a proven track record of over 100 green building projects and more than 56 certifications, we provide expert guidance to ensure your development meets global sustainability benchmarks.

We specialize in:

  • LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
  • IFC EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies)
  • Green Star Certification
  • WELL Building Standard
  • TRUE Waste

These independent third-party certifications validate that your project goes beyond design intentions—ensuring measurable, performance-based outcomes in energy efficiency, water use, indoor environmental quality and overall sustainability.

Why Green Building Certifications Matter

Green building certifications offer more than just recognition—they help:

  • icon Guarantee implementation of green design strategies
  • icon Enhance asset value and market appeal
  • icon Ensure long-term cost savings through efficient resource use
  • icon Align with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards
  • icon Build trust with stakeholders, investors, and tenants

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Other Services
56846
MWh/year

Energy Savings

1020813
m³/year

Water Savings

44614
tons of CO2/year

Operational CO2 Savings

150 +

Projects

588655

Certified floor space

60 +

Achieved Certifications

Why Choose UGC Africa?

As one of East Africa’s pioneers in sustainable construction, UGC Africa brings unparalleled local insight, technical expertise, and global best practices to every project. Whether you're developing a commercial property, residential complex, or institutional building, we’ll walk with you every step of the certification journey.

Contact Us

  • Nairobi, Kenya