Green building, sustainability and ESG practices in real estate

As the real estate industry continues to evolve, the interplay between green building, sustainability and ESG practices has become increasingly crucial.
By Mike Juru 16h ago

Climate change fight veers into green buildings

The Green Buildings Council of Zimbabwe (GBCZ) estimates that the built environment contributes around 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

‘Adopt green buildings to lower cost of living’

JN: Please give me a summary of what was taking place. Give us an overview of your workshop. 
By Julia Ndlela Jun. 7, 2024

Interview: Climate change fight pivots towards green buildings... UN-Habitat chief warns Zim to move with speed

During your workshop in Zimbabwe this week you were discussing the concept of green buildings. Please give us more details about green buildings.
By Julia Ndlela May. 31, 2024

Green Buildings, energy efficiency and economic development: The Nexus

Green building practices hold immense potential for creating a new economy, fostering economic growth, and mitigating environmental degradation.
By Mike Juru Mar. 24, 2024

Climate change stands in Zimbabwe’s path to success

According to global insurance giant AON, natural disasters, many driven by the climate crisis, caused global economic losses of US$313 billion in 2022.
By Mike Eric Juru Mar. 12, 2023

Zim’s real estate industry shaking off Covid clouds

We are talking about an industry with several sub-sectors under its wings. How did these perform last year, and what is your view of the year ahead?
By Shame Makoshori Mar. 10, 2023

‘World on fire’ as industries dilly-dally on climate change

GBCZ chairperson Mike Eric Juru warned that the “world is on fire”.
By Shame Makoshori Dec. 14, 2022

Addressing Zim’s water challenges through green buildings

Contextually, the Sadc region continues to suffer from the effects of climate change, and Zimbabwe has not been spared by the temperature extremities and rainfall variabilities that often precipitate into droughts. This has created a water crisis, both in urban and rural areas, further exacerbated by water leakages, contaminations, and inefficiencies in our traditional water systems.

By The Independent Aug. 28, 2022