Refrigerants have long been considered a small part of a building’s total emissions.  But the reality is that the decision of which refrigerants system one installs, and the refrigerants they use, can have a big impact on a building over decades. In 2025, GBCA launched a discussion paper, Freeze Frame: Refrigerants as long-term building infrastructure, highlighting […]

Sustainable finance is reshaping how the built environment adapts and invests in our collective future. The impetus to act is immediate; with climate targets, regulatory and investor expectations, organisations that move now will be best placed to capture opportunities, manage risk and lead in the transition to a low carbon economy. This comprehensive short course is […]

As cost pressures continue across the built environment, organisations are under increasing pressure to balance commercial outcomes with meaningful social impact. This session explores how social value is being defined, embedded and applied in practice, and why a more consistent, outcomes-focused approach is becoming essential across the sector. We’ll examine how social value is framed and […]

Product carbon disclosure is becoming a critical requirement for manufacturers, designers, and project teams  yet confusion remains around the roles of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs).This webinar provides a clear, practical overview of how EPDs and PCFs are used, how they differ, and how they work together to support informed decision […]

How can we amplify Indigenous design voices and move beyond consultation to true co-creation?Join us for a thought-provoking webinar exploring how meaningful First Nations collaboration can shape more inclusive, connected and enduring places. Through real project examples, we’ll examine how design outcomes informed by First Nations wisdom, storytelling and Country-centred principles can create richer community […]

The construction sector is projected to contribute around one-third of Australia’s total emissions, and that share is continuing to grow. As pressure increases to deliver lower-carbon projects, accelerating the adoption of low-emission construction practices has become critical. While many of the technologies and approaches needed to reduce site emissions already exist, uptake is often slowed […]

Achieving circular outcomes requires more than good intentions - it demands clear strategies, informed decision-making, and a commitment embedded from the very beginning of a project.This short course offers a practical, grounded exploration of how to move from ambition to action. Drawing on project examples and  initiatives, the session unpacks how circular strategies are identified, […]

The path to better buildings starts with better materials. From embodied carbon to performance risks, material decisions are increasingly under scrutiny. Understanding what’s next in material innovation is now essential, not optional. This two-hour session is built for practitioners seeking insight into responsible material innovation and the market potential of emerging responsible products. Focusing on solutions […]

Australia is entering another period of hotter, drier conditions, with forecasts pointing to an emerging El Niño and renewed pressure on already constrained water systems. At the same time, shifting demand from high-intensity asset classes, particularly data centres driven by AI and digital infrastructure, is introducing added challenges. Against this backdrop, water is fast becoming one […]

Nature is rapidly becoming a defining issue for sustainable property, with growing expectations for projects to protect biodiversity, restore ecosystems and demonstrate credible nature-positive outcomes. This short course will help sustainability practitioners, and built environment professionals understand what best practice looks like in nature regeneration, biodiversity and design and how to apply it. Across three hours, […]

Gas has long been the default for commercial kitchens, but that is changing. Kitchen upgrades, regulatory pressure, rising energy costs and new all-electric building requirements mean more tenants are facing electrification decisions. For leasing and tenant managers, understanding electric kitchens means you can answer questions confidently and help tenants make informed decisions about their fit-out.This webinar […]

This short course is designed for property and sustainability professionals who want a clearer, more practical understanding of what makes a good offset, how to procure them with confidence, and how carbon offsets fit within the context of Green Star. It will explain why the Green Building Council of Australia accepts offsets in specific circumstances, […]

Developed for those who work on a Green Star Fitouts v1 project on site – whether a contractor, subcontractor and part of the wider project team. This course has been developed to help your business prepare for compliance, increase your knowledge on how to manage your risk from the tendering stage through to how you […]

Commissioning and tuning are some of the most important, and often overlooked, elements in delivering high-performing, sustainable buildings. While commissioning is often viewed as a final project milestone focused on testing and handover, effective commissioning begins much earlier. When embedded throughout design, construction and project delivery, and complemented by ongoing tuning, it helps ensure buildings perform […]

Existing buildings are central to the transition to a low-carbon, resilient built environment. As sustainability expectations, market demands and regulatory pressures evolve, owners and project teams face increasing pressure to improve performance, future-proof assets and unlock long-term value. This practical, industry-led course explores how organisations are delivering successful building uplift initiatives across existing assets. Through real-world […]