Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are a strategic opportunity to modernise the power sector, create jobs and strengthen economic resilience
TRANSFORMING South Africa’s ENERGY FUTURE
10 November 2025
dhk Architects’ sensitive use of contemporary architecture and strategic urban design has transformed the previously under-used Longkloof Precinct, Cape Town, into a new, publicly accessible public space
A precinct-led URBAN TRANSFORMATION
10 November 2025
Rising energy insecurity and climate risks are placing pressure on our built environment, which now stands at the intersection of challenge and opportunity – while momentum for net zero buildings is growing, there are still barriers to overcome.
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THE ADOPTION OF NET ZERO BUILDINGS in the Commercial Property Market
10 November 2025
Net zero accreditation is accelerating sustainable design. +Impact spoke to leading Accredited Professionals about some of the net zero certifications they’ve been involved with, and their contributions to a low-carbon future.
Stepping up to NET ZERO
10 November 2025
Having recently been awarded a US$1 million grant by the African Development Bank, the National Business Initiative’s JET SEP programme is set to advance inclusive green skills in South Africa – with a focus on youth.
BUILDING SKILLS for a Just Energy Future
10 November 2025
The Emerald, Divercity Urban Property Group’s latest development in Johannesburg’s Maboneng district, has earned IFC EDGE Advanced certification – a global mark of climatesmart, resource-efficient housing.
A GEM of SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION
10 November 2025
This year marks a decade of Excellent Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE), the International Finance Corporation (IFC)’s certification tool in South Africa. GBCSA’s technical team reflects on its journey in partnership with EDGE.
Getting the EDGE on green building
10 November 2025
Across industries, businesses are facing the same problem: solar systems that are underperforming. What should be a dependable energy solution is causing unstable power, rising diesel costs and lost savings.
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SOLAR not performing?
10 November 2025
Standard Bank’s WELL recognition marks a new era of workplace wellness, where every detail, and every person, matters.
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Leading the future of WORKPLACE WELL-BEING
10 November 2025
International Housing Solutions transformed a prime Gauteng office site into Circa Illovo, a residential project that garnered both EDGE certification and a Reside Platinum Award for Affordable Housing Development of the Year 2025.
