The Classique Centre by People’s Leasing & Finance (PLC), which was designed and built around the concept of green building, is a true example of the fusion of product innovation and sustainable transformation, redefining the financial services landscape.
Recognising this quantum leap forward in green building, together with the facility’s outstanding incorporation of sustainability and its integration of smart technology, the Classique Centre has now earned distinction as Sri Lanka’s 1st EDGE-Certified Green Building.
EDGE, an acronym for ‘Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies’, represents a free software, a green building standard and an international green building certification system, developed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group.
Under the leadership of the former CEO, Shamindra Marcelline’s visionary roadmap for sustainable finance and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, PLC embarked on the journey to achieve EDGE Certification for its Classique Centre.
This initiative was undertaken with the expertise and guidance of co-energi (Private) Limited, an independent specialist provider of sustainable and resource-efficient designs in building engineering services.
EDGE Certification sets a benchmark, requiring a minimum projected reduction of 20% in energy use, water use, and embodied energy in materials compared to standard local buildings. This certification empowers organizations in emerging markets to adopt sustainable building practices in a fast, easy, and affordable manner.
PLC Chairman Pradeep Amirthanayagam said; “While we thank our former CEO Shamindra Marcelline for this initiative, we take immense pride in achieving Sri Lanka’s First EDGE certification for our Classique Centre.”
“The strategies we’ve integrated into the building’s design for energy efficiency, water conservation, and reduced emissions have been rigorously verified by Transgreen Sustainability Solution – Indian EDGE auditor and certified by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), clearly establishing the Classique Centre as a pioneering achievement in sustainable building practices in Sri Lanka.”
“Classique embodies PLC’s dedication to providing unparalleled financial services whilst minimizing our impact on the environment, and we invite all customers and stakeholders to join us on this journey as we, ‘Go Green’.”
Committed to a sustainable future, PLC has incorporated rainwater harvesting system and renewable energy solutions within the Classique Centre, amongst many other sustainable mechanisms and strategies, as part of its “Go Green” effort, exemplifying its dedication to environmentally conscious practices.
Classique by PLC not only represents a groundbreaking achievement in sustainability but also offers the most premium customer experience as a complete bespoke financial services proposition. With a focus on customer-centric convenience, Classique offers a dedicated trilingual Relationship Manager for personalized support, exclusive financial products tailored to individual aspirations, and a range of privileges including special rates for insurance and enhanced withdrawal limits on complimentary debit cards.
