GBCI Europe joins the Sustainable Energy Finance Association
Brussels, Belgium July 16, 2026
SEFA is pleased to welcome GBCI Europe - the European entity of Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) as its newest member, strengthening the association's collective expertise in sustainable finance, certification and the decarbonisation of the built environment.
As Europe accelerates the transition to a low-carbon economy, investors, policymakers and market participants increasingly rely on credible, independently verified performance data to support investment decisions. Certification and assurance play an important role in improving transparency, reducing information gaps and strengthening confidence in sustainable investments.
Through its membership, GBCI Europe will contribute its expertise in sustainability certification, independent verification and market engagement to support SEFA's mission of advancing sustainable energy finance and accelerating the transition to a more resilient built environment.
"We are delighted to welcome GBCI Europe to SEFA," said John O'Rourke, Chairman of the Board at SEFA. "Their expertise in sustainability certification and independent verification strengthens our ability to connect trusted technical standards with sustainable investment. Together, we can help improve market transparency and support the continued growth of sustainable finance across Europe."
"Joining SEFA reflects our commitment to supporting the technical foundations that enable sustainable finance," said Kay Killmann, Head of GBCI Europe. "We look forward to working with SEFA members to strengthen market confidence, promote credible building performance and contribute to informed investment decisions across Europe's built environment."
As a SEFA member, GBCI Europe will participate in policy dialogue, knowledge exchange and cross-sector collaboration, helping connect sustainability certification, performance verification and investment practices across the European market.
About GBCI
GBCI Europe is the European entity of Green Business Certification Inc., the world’s leading sustainability certification and credentialing body. It supports the implementation of globally recognized certification programs and credentials across Europe, including LEED, EDGE, and the Investor Confidence Project (ICP), as well as ARC, a performance platform for measuring, managing, and benchmarking sustainability performance. For more information, visit gbci.org/europe and connect on LinkedIn.
About SEFA
The Sustainable Energy Finance Association is a Brussels based non-profit organisation advancing the financing and deployment of sustainable energy solutions across Europe’s built environment. Through advocacy, research, training and cross-sector collaboration, SEFA connects policymakers, investors, project developers and technology providers to accelerate progress towards a net-zero economy.