We are at a pivotal moment in time. Globally we know that we must reach net zero emissions by 2050 if we are to mitigate the worst impacts of climate change. There is a growing momentum globally for sustainability, where governments are adopting strict climate targets and making net zero part of national legislation.
Investors are shifting away from grey investments and focusing on green finance to support the transition to a green economy. Customers are demanding green solutions, either directly on a consumer level or through sustainable procurement policies to tackle global supply chains.
This is all putting pressure on companies to set ambitious sustainability targets and define a path to zero carbon. Setting a green building strategy is an important component of a company’s overall sustainability strategy. Buildings contribute 37% of the world’s global energy consumption and contribute over one third to all man-made greenhouse gas emissions.
The footprint of the real estate sector is large, which means that the positive impact can also be large. The sector can therefore make a substantial contribution in realizing the SDGs and the objectives of the Paris Agreement.
As an innovation of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, EDGE makes it faster, easier and more affordable than ever before to build and brand green. EDGE reveals the systems and solutions that work best for local climates, bringing international cache to certified projects without losing the local context.
SGS and Sintali collaborate to act as an EDGE global certification provider. Operating as a one-stop shop for EDGE certification and audit services, Sintali-SGS deliver the highest quality service for clients around the world.
EDGE is a strategic tool that helps companies drive the decarbonization of their buildings. The free cloud-based platform can be used to quantify the environmental impact of building operations, identify opportunities for efficiency improvement and estimate the associated investment costs required to make those improvements. It can be applied to new and existing buildings, as well as every type of building. The international green building certification scheme can be used to validate progress towards net zero and assure internal and external stakeholders of the sustainability credentials.
SGS Pakistan proudly provides EDGE consultancy, audit and certification in one contract and we reduce your procurement and paperwork efforts. As a globally trusted organization, we guarantee high quality service and results for your company, your investors and your customers with our highly qualified subject matter experts.
The collaboration with EDGE underscores SGS's dedication to advancing sustainability and supporting companies on their journey to a greener, more sustainable future.
About SGS
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
Amman, Al-Jbeiha, Yajouz Street,
Caracas Building, Entrance No1, 3rd Floor, Office 311, 11193,
Amman, Jordan