An update on EPCs in South Africa
By 8 December 2025, certain public and private sector buildings in South Africa must publicly display their Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). This article shares the latest key information around EPCs in South Africa, that building owners and managers need to know. What are EPCs, and why are they important? An EPC provides a snapshot of […]
Advancing Sustainability: South African Property Sector Marks Net Zero Carbon Milestone
Redefine Properties has successfully achieved a Net Zero Carbon Level 2 Measured certification by the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) for three of their existing properties in Gauteng:
Measuring energy performance is a catalyst to net zero
GBCSA’s partnership with the Carbon Trust, supported by the UK PACT (Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions) programme to operationalise Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) is an important first step towards achieving the country’s net zero ambitions.
Two GBCSA green certifications for City Industrial Property facility
City Industrial Property’s flagship Belville facility and home to City Logistics in Cape Town, has achieved a 4-Star Green Star Custom Industrial rating and a Net Zero Carbon rating from the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA).
GBCSA urges building owners to know and show their energy performance
By next December, some non-residential buildings will be required by law to display an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), which demonstrates the efficiency or inefficiency of a building.
Guide to developing net zero carbon buildings in SA launched
GETTING TO ZERO: A guide to developing net zero carbon buildings in South Africa gives a thorough overview on net zero carbon buildings in South Africa.
