Green building meets the needs of the present without compromising the future
Buildings that are designed based on this principle:
- Use design, construction and operational practices that significantly reduce or eliminate its negative impact on the environment and its occupants.
- Promote efficiency – it can reduce construction and ongoing performance costs significantly.
- Use resources effectively and creates healthier environments for people to live and work in.
What is Green Star?
Our Green Star tools offer a framework of best practice benchmarks for sustainable construction.
Green Star is Australia’s trusted mark of quality for the design, construction and operation of sustainable buildings, fit-outs and communities. The tools aim to:
- Reduce the impact of climate change.
- Enhance our health and quality of life.
- Restore and protect our planet’s biodiversity and ecosystems.
- Driving resilience in buildings, fitouts, and communities.
- Contributing to market transformation and a sustainable economy.
Learn about the benefits of choosing Green Star for your next project.
