Access Bank Ghana PLC has been awarded the prestigious IFC EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) Green Building Certification for its headquarters in Osu-Accra. This recognition highlights the bank’s commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and cost reduction through environmentally friendly building practices.

Speaking at the award ceremony, Dr. Dahlia Khalifa, Regional Director for Central and Anglophone West Africa at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), underscored the significance of sustainable buildings in driving business growth and environmental conservation.

"Sustainable buildings are businesses that will continue to create jobs and thrive. Becoming EDGE-certified not only benefits the environment but also helps businesses lower their expenses, making operations more cost-effective. Any company considering sustainability should look at EDGE certification as a viable step toward efficiency and profitability," Dr. Khalifa stated.

She further revealed that Ghana currently has 54 ongoing EDGE-certified projects, covering approximately 800,000 square meters, as part of IFC’s broader initiative to promote green building solutions globally.

The Managing Director of Access Bank Ghana PLC, Olumide Olatunji, also highlighted the financial benefits of the certification, stating that cost efficiency remains a key priority for the bank.

"There are two ways to improve financial performance—either by growing revenue or cutting costs. Our cost-to-income ratio is currently less than 30%, demonstrating our commitment to managing expenses effectively. This achievement allows us to pay dividends, keep shareholders satisfied, and raise the necessary financing to support long-term customer operations," Olatunji explained.

With this certification, Access Bank Ghana joins a growing list of institutions championing green finance and sustainability in Ghana’s banking sector. The initiative aligns with the bank’s long-term strategy to integrate environmentally friendly practices into its operations while maximizing value for its stakeholders.