Australia and Hong Kong are two Asia Pacific regions with divergent building characteristics but they share a common goal of striving for a low-carbon future in the building construction and real estate sector. Australia leads the world in real estate sustainability, with their property companies topping the results of the GRESB Real Estate Assessment ranking for […]

Green Building Council of Australia is developing a Nature Roadmap to direct the built environment sector towards generating places that actively contribute to the protection and enhancement of nature and biodiversity.In March 2024, we began this important conversation with the launch of our first Discussion paper: A Nature Roadmap for the Built Environment which evaluates […]

Building on our Responsible Products webinar, this series is designed to deep dive into some of the most important challenges product manufacturers face. We know that the shift to more responsible products can’t be achieved alone, so these sessions are aimed at connecting the sector to help organisations ask and answer questions and share experiences […]

Building on our Responsible Products webinar, this series is designed to deep dive into some of the most important challenges product manufacturers face.  We know that the shift to more responsible products can’t be achieved alone, so these sessions are aimed at connecting the sector to help organisations ask and answer questions and share experiences […]

Green Building Council of Australia has released a discussion paper to start an important conversation about reporting and accounting for Scope 3 emissions to drive emissions reductions at scale. The discussion paper highlights the challenge of translating asset emissions into corporate accounts, calling for precise measurement to ensure that significant emissions sources in the built […]

Building on our Responsible Products webinar, this series is designed to deep dive into some of the most important challenges product manufacturers face. We know that the shift to more responsible products can’t be achieved alone, so these sessions are aimed at connecting the sector to help organisations ask and answer questions and share experiences […]

Research shows that investing in health brings enhanced performance, increased financial returns and increased overall well-being scores.  But how do we keep making this a priority?  What do high performing, innovative projects looks like? Join us to hear insights and case studies from our highly experienced speakers. Key topics explored •    what is critical for high performance environments?•    Evidence based […]

We know lowering upfront carbon is critical but how do we consider carbon costs on a project from the outset?  How can we use quality data to accurately quantify and benchmark upfront carbon, choose optimal approaches and budget accordingly. GBCA and AIQS are delighted to hold this joint webinar in which our experts will present and […]

 There is widespread recognition of the need to connect with country and culture when planning for the built environment. However, there are knowledge gaps that require deeper understanding in order to achieving meaningful engagement and incorporate First Nations wisdom in the design and construction of our buildings.  This insightful webinar will explore how to ensure […]

Sustainable public places can have a profound impact on communities and the environment. Hear from leading projects as they unpack how they used Green Star rating tools and share practical lessons learnt. This session will cover everything from improving wellbeing and fostering community connection to reducing environmental impact and enhancing resilience.   Join us as we tackle:  – […]

The built environment plays a crucial role in supporting nature regeneration through  planning and design. Taking a regenerative approach leads to balance between people and the natural environment that has positive and sustainable planetary outcomes.  But what are critical steps needed to ensure nature regeneration is at the forefront of decision making in the built […]

GBCA is excited to release the next version of Green Star Communities as a part of our Future focus program.This update to the tool establishes a new benchmark for masterplanned precincts and communities, offering a robust and transparent pathway to deliver on environmental, social, and economic outcomes.The rating tool provides a clear definition of a […]

Recognising the growing demand for heathier, energy-efficient apartments in Australia, GBCA have developed the Green Star Buildings Apartments Pathway, a roadmap to deliver healthier and more responsible apartments. The Apartments Pathway is a new set of requirements and targeted credits within the Green Star Buildings rating tool tailored to deliver more sustainable multi-unit residential projects.For the […]

Electric vehicles (EVs) are transforming transportation, but their widespread adoption in the built environment in Australia depends on smart infrastructure investments and innovative support models. How can property owners, developers, and policymakers create a sustainable, future-ready environment for EV growth? This session will explore global best practices and forward-thinking solutions to support Australia’s EV transition. Join […]