Khaberni - The Jordan Kuwait Bank, in collaboration with the Ezzat Marji Group - Evergreen, announced that its headquarters (General Administration Building) received the "EDGE" Green Building Certificate for excellence in design for higher efficiency from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), making it the first bank in the Kingdom to obtain this certification, confirming the bank’s leadership in sustainability and its commitment to building a green future, thereby adding an important achievement to its track record in this field.
On this occasion, a ceremony was held in the presence of the senior management of the Jordan Kuwait Bank and representatives from the International Finance Corporation and the Ezzat Marji Group - Evergreen, as the accredited consultant for the "EDGE" standard, where Mr. Aftab Ahmad, Regional Director of the International Finance Corporation for the Middle East, Pakistan and Afghanistan, officially awarded the certificate to the bank.
The "EDGE" certificate, developed by the International Finance Corporation - a member of the World Bank Group, is a globally recognized standard that measures the savings in energy and water consumption, and the embedded energy savings in buildings. With this certification, the headquarters of Jordan Kuwait Bank joins the ranks of global leading institutions that are redefining the built environment through responsible and efficient design.
Commenting on this achievement, the CEO of Jordan Kuwait Bank, Haitham Al-Butaikhi said: "We are proud to have received the 'EDGE' Green Building Certificate. This certificate not only reflects our commitment to sustainability but also reaffirms our role in shaping a responsible future for the coming generations. Our headquarters embodies our core values, combining innovation, efficiency, and environmental conservation."
This certificate demonstrates that the headquarters of Jordan Kuwait Bank has achieved measurable reductions in energy and water consumption, with reduced embodied energy in the materials used in the construction process. It also highlights how sustainable design and smart technology can be integrated to create environmentally friendly and economically viable buildings.
Mr. Aftab Ahmad, Regional Director of the International Finance Corporation for the Middle East, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, stated: "With the support of the International Finance Corporation, Jordan Kuwait Bank has become the first bank in the Kingdom to receive the 'EDGE' certificate for adopting sustainable building practices and reducing emissions, in line with the vision of economic modernization. Through this accreditation process, the bank reduced energy consumption by 26% and water consumption by 45%, making it a role model. This new achievement is based on our long-standing partnership with Jordan Kuwait Bank, and launching the first green bond in Jordan, which paved the way for investments in water and wastewater management."
Fadi Marji, Managing Director of the Ezzat Marji Group – Evergreen, said: "We are honored to collaborate with Jordan Kuwait Bank on this achievement. Obtaining the prestigious 'EDGE' certificate is evidence of the advanced vision of the bank's management and its serious commitment to sustainability. As the accredited advisor, the Ezzat Marji Group - Evergreen successfully guided the project towards achieving measurable results in reducing energy and water consumption and the embodied energy in materials, which is both environmentally responsible and economically viable. Today, the headquarters of Jordan Kuwait Bank serves as a benchmark for green buildings in Jordan and the region, inspiring others to move forward in building a more sustainable future."
It is noteworthy that this appreciation granted to the headquarters of Jordan Kuwait Bank is a permanent recognition, ensuring that the building remains a standard for sustainable development in Jordan and the region. This achievement confirms the bank’s steadfast commitment to sustainability, innovation, and the well-being of future generations, and that the bank serves as a model to be emulated at the banking sector level and beyond for adopting environmentally responsible practices that contribute to building a better future.
