Advocacy

We advocate for policies and programs that support our vision and purpose and support government ambitions to disseminate, lead and implement green standards at national and local authority levels, encourage government to develop wide-reaching policies that incorporate green building practices and standards as a formal part of capital project decision processes. These include:

  • Green building and infrastructure: Buildings are major energy consumers, contributing almost a quarter of Uganda’s national greenhouse gas emissions. However, the green building and infrastructure sector offers significant and cost-effective opportunities for decarbonization. By proactively adopting low-carbon policies and technologies, Uganda can leapfrog the mistakes of developed nations and transition to a low-carbon future.
  • Government leadership: The Government is crucial in establishing green building policy to foster industry confidence and commitment to a long-term, low-carbon sustainable future. This includes strengthening standards for government-owned and tenanted buildings through robust regulations for both new construction and retrofits, as well as enhancing onsite energy performance requirements.
  • Sustainable cities and built environment:  Across all levels, the Ugandan government has both a responsibility and a significant opportunity to shape the future of our communities and cities. This can be achieved through integrated planning and land use solutions that boost productivity, support better governance, and realise co-benefits across our infrastructure investments, ultimately enhancing the lives of Ugandans.
  • Smarter infrastructure investments: Social infrastructure in Uganda encompasses vital community-shaping projects, including healthcare facilities, educational institutions, transport-oriented urban regeneration initiatives, as well as community, sporting, and cultural centers. These developments are crucial for building the very fabric of our cities and will have long-term impacts on how Ugandans live and interact. Moreover, these investments present considerable opportunities to deliver significant value for both our economy and society.
  • Affordable, sustainable housing: Uganda faces a significant housing crisis, with a reported deficit of 2.8 million units and an annual demand of 300,000 units (NDPIII). Overcoming this challenge necessitates the strong support and mobilization of Uganda’s property and construction sector. This effort must be guided by the robust implementation of a national housing strategy that actively promotes the supply of affordable and sustainable housing to effectively meet both the existing and projected demand.