Join us for the official launch of Green Star Fitouts – GBCA’s new rating tool for the sustainable design and construction of fitouts. Replaced every 5–7 years, fitouts are one of the most frequently updated, and least examined, elements of the built environment. Each cycle influences embodied carbon, waste, health and cost outcomes, yet these impacts […]

The living sectors are emerging as an opportunity for new models for sustainable growth that are redefining what future-ready dwellings looks like. As investor and occupant expectations rise, the sector must rapidly shift from incremental improvements to systemic, climate-positive outcomes. This 90-minute webinar will explore how the living sectors can accelerate decarbonisation, deliver climate-resilient housing and […]

Waste is no longer just something to divert, it’s a valuable resource. As we shift from a historic focus on landfill diversion to a more sophisticated, outcomes-driven approach grounded in circular economy principles, how do we embrace the next evolution of waste management in the built environment? In this session, we’ll examine how our understanding of waste […]

Australia’s energy transition is accelerating, and buildings are playing a critical role in shaping national energy outcomes. Energy efficiency, electrification, and smart technologies are not just about making individual buildings better, they are essential levers for reducing emissions, lowering costs, and enabling the wider adoption of renewables. This session explores how building owners and businesses can […]

Australia’s natural systems are in peril. From land clearing and ecosystem degradation to erosion and sedimentation, by its very nature this industry is a key contributor to nature loss, but it’s also critical lever for change.  The Green Building Council of Australia has released a new nature roadmap for the built environment, setting out clear […]

Embodied carbon represents a significant proportion of whole-life building emissions, and is set to climb dramatically by 2050. Eliminating embodied carbon from the supply chain is critical, but the pathways to achieve this are complex, requiring new design thinking, innovative technology, and strong industry collaboration. How can we work together to overcome barriers and accelerate […]

Airtightness is now a minimum expectation under Green Star Buildings, setting a new standard for improved building practices and performance outcomes. So how can you ensure success from the outset? Join our experts during this interactive masterclass as they examine successful projects and real results across design, testing and performance. What you’ll learn: Airtightness requirements in Green […]

This short course will equip attendees with practical insights into how modularity and modern methods of construction (MMC) can be scaled to deliver low carbon, resource efficient and circular outcomes.  Through a series of case studies and a dynamic panel, participants will explore how sustainability ambitions can be embedded into modular design, procurement and delivery […]

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, […]