{"id":60227,"date":"2023-12-09T08:46:56","date_gmt":"2023-12-09T08:46:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/adhi-rwanda-elevates-sustainable-housing-at-cop28-as-bwiza-housing-initiative-takes-centre-stage"},"modified":"2023-12-09T14:20:28","modified_gmt":"2023-12-09T14:20:28","slug":"adhi-rwanda-elevates-sustainable-housing-at-cop28-as-bwiza-housing-initiative-takes-centre-stage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/economy\/adhi-rwanda-elevates-sustainable-housing-at-cop28-as-bwiza-housing-initiative-takes-centre-stage","title":{"rendered":"ADHI Rwanda elevates sustainable housing at COP28 as Bwiza Housing initiative takes centre stage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>As the world unites for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), ADHI Rwanda, in collaboration with the Government of Rwanda, hosted a side event to shed light on pioneering sustainable housing technologies with transformative potential for reducing CO2 emissions and embodied carbon. The company made a significant impact at the conference, showcasing its transformative Bwiza housing initiative and achieving the prestigious “EDGE Champion” status\u2014an esteemed recognition of its unwavering commitment to resource-efficient and zero-carbon buildings.<\/p>\n

This landmark event not only marked a turning point for ADHI but also served as a platform to highlight their existing achievements in creating affordable, green-certified housing estates in Rwanda. In addition, the company announced a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shelter Afrique, a Pan-African institution dedicated to financing and promoting housing and urban development.<\/p>\n

The collaboration outlined in the MoU signifies a shared vision between ADHI and Shelter Afrique to revolutionize affordable and sustainable housing solutions. This begins with the co-financing of the second phase of the Bwiza Riverside Housing Project in Rwanda. Furthermore, ADHI and Shelter Afrique will collaborate to scale up the project across Shelter-Afrique’s member states, aligning with various initiatives, including green building designs, gender inclusion, SMEs, last-mile infrastructure, Islamic finance, and more.<\/p>\n

Delegates follow a presentation<\/p>\n

Central to ADHI’s impactful presentation and panel discussion was the Bwiza housing initiative, a testament to the company’s dedication to the “Sponge City” concept. Throughout the discussion titled \u201cBuilding Sustainable, Affordable Housing for a Carbon Neutral Future: The Crucial Role of Public Private Partnerships in Scaling Up\u201d, ADHI showcased its commitment to building resilient communities. The panel highlighted the challenges faced in laying foundations for more carbon-neutral housing and urban development, and the role that public-private partnerships can play in meeting the increasing demand for dignifying homes, ADHI further demonstrated its holistic approach to sustainable infrastructure, emphasizing responsible rainwater management and slope reinforcement.<\/p>\n

The announcement of ADHI as an “EDGE Champion” further underscores the company’s dedication to cutting-edge, environmentally conscious construction. EDGE, an international standard for resource-efficient and zero-carbon buildings, acknowledges ADHI’s commitment to reducing its ecological footprint. This accolade reaffirms ADHI’s position as a leader in sustainable real estate development, contributing to the global movement for a greener and more sustainable future.<\/p>\n

As the world focuses on climate action and sustainable development, ADHI Rwanda’s initiatives serve as a beacon of hope. Through collaboration, innovation, and dedication, ADHI demonstrates that the vision of a greener, more sustainable future is not just a possibility but a tangible reality.<\/p>\n

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About ADHI:<\/b><\/p>\n

ADHI is a leading real estate development and construction company committed to redefining modern living through innovative and sustainable construction technologies. With a focus on green-certified housing initiatives, ADHI aims to create resilient communities that harmonize with the environment.<\/p>\n

About EDGE:<\/b><\/p>\n

EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) is an international standard for resource-efficient and zero-carbon buildings. It assesses buildings’ energy, water, and embodied energy in materials, providing a comprehensive evaluation of their environmental impact. Achieving “EDGE Champion” status reflects a commitment to environmentally conscious construction practices.<\/p>\n

About Shelter Afrique:<\/b><\/p>\n

Shelter-Afrique is a Pan-African institution solely dedicated to financing and promoting housing, urban, and related infrastructure development across the African continent. Shelter Afrique operates through a partnership involving 44 African Governments, the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the Africa Reinsurance Corporation (Africa-Re).<\/p>\n\r\n