Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and why does my building need one?
An EPC measures a building’s energy efficiency and assigns a rating from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient).
In South Africa, certain buildings are legally required to have an EPC displayed by December 2025 in accordance with SANS 1544 and SANS 10400-XA standards. Read our latest article on how EPCs are driving sustainability at a global scale here.
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How can GreenBDG help my property portfolio comply with ESG reporting requirements?
GreenBDG Africa helps property portfolios meet ESG reporting requirements by integrating smart metering, carbon footprint analysis, and compliance tracking with global standards like GRI, SASB, TCFD, and CDP.
Our integrated tools streamline Scope 1 & 2 data, support Net Zero Carbon goals, and align building certifications with investor transparency—ensuring efficient, scalable ESG performance across assets.
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What makes GreenBDG Africa different from other sustainability consultancies?
GreenBDG Africa stands out through its tech-enabled compliance intelligence, Africa-first design, and stakeholder-led delivery. Unlike traditional consultancies, we combine green building certifications, real-time energy diagnostics, and ESG advisory in one integrated platform.
Our track record spans award-winning projects, cross-sector stakeholder engagement via Green Café forums, and scalable tools aligned with African regulations and global standards.
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What are the benefits of green certification tools in infrastructure planning?
Certification tools are integral to a green building strategy. GreenBDG Africa has worked across diverse infrastructure projects—spanning public facilities, office developments, and climate-resilient road corridors.
Leveraging a suite of global and local tools—from Green Star SA, EDGE, and SANS 10400-XA to Net Zero Carbon certification, LEED, and smart metering analytics—we’re helping our partners move from compliance to climate leadership.
Whether it’s integrating energy performance dashboards or navigating ESG frameworks, our solutions are built for scale, precision, and long-term impact.
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Can you help us improve our building’s water efficiency and resilience?
Yes, we can. Our team offers comprehensive support, including water audits, smart metering, greywater reuse strategies, rainwater harvesting designs, and green lease clauses. These solutions are grounded in practical experience and shaped through our Green Café forums and on-the-ground implementation.
Here’s a short video showcasing how we’re helping clients build water-resilient operations across different sectors.
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Do you work outside of South Africa?
Yes, we do. Our team has successfully led projects and provided technical advisory in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and beyond. We support clients across the African continent in advancing climate-resilient infrastructure, energy strategies, and ESG capacity building—bringing deep regional insight and hands-on experience to every engagement.