Financial Benefits of Sustainable Construction in Colombia with SUMAC

November 25, 2024
November 25, 2024
November 25, 2024

In Colombia, sustainability has gone beyond being a simple trend to become a fundamental pillar in the development of real estate projects. Financial institutions in the country, aware of the environmental impact and the need to innovate, have implemented financial benefits — such as green credits — offering favorable conditions for projects certified under international standards like EDGE, LEED, and CASA.

What Are Green Credits and Why Are They Important?

Green credits are designed to promote sustainable construction by driving projects that use renewable resources, minimize their environmental footprint, and improve quality of life. Their main benefits include:

  • Preferential interest rates, lower than those of traditional credits.
  • Tax incentives, such as VAT exclusion and income deduction on sustainable materials and equipment.
  • Long repayment terms, ideal for large-scale business projects.

This type of financing helps reduce construction costs and increases the commercial appeal of projects, giving them a competitive market advantage.

SUMAC’s Role in Financed Sustainable Projects

SUMAC, with over 20 years of experience in Latin America, positions itself as a strategic ally for maximizing the benefits of sustainable financial services in Colombia. Our approach is based on:

  • Specialized technical advisory in certifications such as EDGE, LEED, and CASA, ensuring compliance with requirements.
  • Management of tax benefits, such as UPME Resolution 319 of 2022, which allows VAT exclusion and income deduction on energy efficiency systems.
  • Strategic partnerships with leading banks such as Bancolombia and Banco de Bogotá, facilitating free diagnostics and preferential interest rates on sustainable credits.

Services That Guarantee Success

In addition to providing technical support for projects, SUMAC accompanies developers throughout the entire process — from obtaining environmental certifications through implementing energy efficiency strategies. This support includes:

  • Technical evaluation and analysis of proposed systems.
  • Preparation of documentation for proceedings before competent authorities.
  • Support during financial management, ensuring access to all available benefits.

Let’s Work Together!

For SUMAC, sustainability and profitability are not mutually exclusive — they are complementary. If you are developing a project in Colombia and want to access financial benefits, contact us. Together, we can build a greener, more efficient future.

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