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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 can review data sheets and manage the documentation for compliance.

We will be exploring the contractor-centric credits and take a deep dive into the materials credits, such as Responsible Finishes and Joinery, Partitions, Fixtures and Equipment as well as the Low Toxin Materials credits. You’ll learn how construction materials must be vetted for compliance against VOC and Formaldehyde content as well as the responsible products framework that offers points for materials with higher consideration to environmental sustainability. Take away essential information to improve your processes, making them more efficient and effective.

Key areas of learning include:
•    the what and how of Green Star – and how you contribute to a project
•    what are the tools for the most effective approach to Green Star
•    understanding Green Star requirements from start to finish
•    the materials-related credits and how you demonstrate compliance
•    hints and tips from past projects and how to ensure the best assessment outcome

Places are limited.

This new course is designed to provide critical insights into how to get the most from the LCA process.  It will enable participants to learn how to evaluate an LCA, examine why and when you should use one and ultimately help project and wider work.  We will explore LCAs specifically in relation to Green Star and how to use a reference case to inform design decisions.  
 

Key areas of learning include:
•    LCA in Green Star
•    The what and why of LCA
•    Inclusions and metrics
•    LCAs at different stages of a project
•    Using a reference case
•    LCA data and software use
•    What makes a good LCA

Bring your questions and learn from the deep expertise of our facilitators Nicole and Emily.
•    Please note this course does not include detailed instruction of how to do an LCA

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, where they sit within Green Star, and why they are considered part of a broader decarbonisation strategy rather than a substitute for direct emissions reduction.
The session is designed to help participants answer these key practical questions: how do I recognise a credible offset, what should I look for in a scheme or supplier, and how do I buy with confidence in a market that can feel complex and contested?. 
The session will guide participants in understanding how to assess quality and procure that choice confidently.

What you will learn:  

• Understand why offsets are accepted within defined Green Star contexts and how they support broader decarbonisation strategies

• Identify the characteristics of a credible offset and the key criteria to consider when comparing schemes and suppliers

• Recognise the practical steps involved in offset procurement, including common questions, challenges and decision points

• Assess how quality, intent and procurement approach influence credibility and perceived reputational risk

• Build confidence in communicating offset decisions to internal and external stakeholders
   

Who’s it for: 

This course is targeted to professionals involved in sustainability, property, development, procurement, ESG, facilities management, and project delivery who need to understand how offsets can be used responsibly within a credible decarbonisation strategy. It is particularly relevant for those working on Green Star projects or organisational sustainability commitments who want practical guidance on assessing offset quality, engaging suppliers, and communicating offset decisions with confidence.

Our Speakers:

• Taryn Cornell, Senior Manager, Strategy & Development, Green Building Council of Australia

• Bruce Precious, Director, Six Capitals Consulting

• Nick Baker, Manager, Carbon Investments, Tasman Environmental Markets (TEM)

• Paul Dettman, Founder and Director, Cassina Environmental

• Sid Larwill, Director, Vegetation Link
   

This course equips industry professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to apply the Green Star Fitouts rating tool and support successful certification outcomes.
 

Replaced every 5–7 years, interiors are one of the most frequently changed and least examined parts of a building. Each cycle shapes carbon, waste, health, cost and brand outcomes — often unseen, yet repeated again and again. For a long time, these impacts sat outside the spotlight. But as expectations rise around circularity, climate performance and healthier interiors, these once-hidden impacts can no longer be overlooked.

Green Star Fitouts provides a practical way forward.
 

In this course participants will explore:
•    best practice sustainability initiatives for fitouts
•    the structure and requirements of the rating tool
•    the Green Star certification process from registration to certification
•    the role and value of a Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP)
•    applying Green Star Fitouts in practice

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1.    Understand the structure, terminology, and key requirements of the Green Star Fitouts rating tool
2.    Navigate the Green Star certification process, including the registration, submission, and certification stages
3.    Apply Green Star requirements across project phases, using a fitout project example
4.    Respond effectively to technical requirements, including the use of guidance materials and technical support
5.    Support project teams in developing a Green Star certification strategy, including timelines and responsibilities
 

Who it’s for
Professionals involved in fitout delivery across sectors including offices, retail, hospitality and education, such as:
•    Sustainability consultants
•    In-house sustainability professionals
•    Designers
•    Project managers

Why it matters professionally
As Australia’s fitout sector evolves, the new Green Star Fitouts rating tool sets a clear benchmark for sustainable interiors.
 

This course enables professionals to:
•    build expertise in applying the new tool
•    strengthen their role in delivering certified projects
•    achieve Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) status

*Please note, capacity is capped so we can deliver a collaborative course with opportunities for discussion throughout.

Accreditation pathway

It is essential to complete the Green Star foundations course prior to attending any advanced training courses. 
This advanced course is the next step to becoming a Green Star Accredited Professional. Find out more about our accreditation pathway here. 

FAQs
Do I have to complete the Green Star Fitouts advanced training? 
If you are planning to work on a Green Star Fitouts project, we strongly recommend that you become accredited in the Green Star Fitouts rating tool to be better equipped in leading and working on Green Star Fitouts projects.
How is Green Star – Interiors different from Green Star Fitouts advanced training? 
Green Star Fitouts is a significant overhaul of our interiors rating tool. There are new categories, minimum expectations, credits and more. Our updated Green Star advanced training reflects these changes.
I am targeting the Green Star Accredited Professional criteria under the Industry Development credit for a Green Star Fitouts project. Do I need to also become accredited in the Fitouts tool if I am already accredited under the Green Star – Interiors tool? 
Yes, you will be required to complete both the Green Star Fitouts advanced course followed by the GSAP Fitouts exam in order to meet the criteria.
When must new projects register under Green Star Fitouts? 

From 1 October 2026, all new fitout projects seeking certification must register under Green Star Fitouts. Projects can register from 18 March 2026. During the transition period, new projects can register under either Green Star – Interiors or Green Star Fitouts. Green Star – Interiors will remain available for new registrations until end of September 2026.

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 of the defining resilience issues for the built environment. Yet it still too often sits in silos across planning, operations, sustainability and infrastructure, limiting the sector’s ability to respond strategically and optimise water use, performance and cost outcomes.

This session brings together industry leaders to explore how the sector is responding to evolving climate conditions, rising demand and increasing expectations around performance and transparency. It will highlight the shift toward integrated, water-sensitive approaches that move beyond individual buildings to precinct and catchment-scale thinking enabling more efficient allocation, reuse and management.

We’ll explore emerging approaches to recycled and non-potable water, the role of collaboration and how performance measurement and benchmarking are evolving to support better decision-making across assets and portfolios, including identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.

Whether you’re working toward stronger outcomes through Green Star, improving operational performance, or looking to future-proof your assets, you’ll gain practical insights[NS3.1] to support smarter, water-wise and more efficient strategies.
 

What you’ll learn
•    How climate conditions are reshaping water risk, resilience and demand across the built environment
•    What water-sensitive and catchment-scale approaches look like in practice
•    How to measure and benchmark water performance using operational data
•    Practical strategies to improve water efficiency and resilience across the asset lifecycle
•    How leading organisations are embedding integrated water strategies across portfolios
•    The growing impact of emerging asset types, including data centres, on future water demand
•    How the sector can better support waterway health, nature and long-term liveability
 

Speakers:
•    Dr Layla Hosseini, Senior Project Manager, Sydney Water

•    Ron Pulido, Head of Market Development, National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS)

•    Ian Adams, Director, Organica Engineering

•    Anna Davis, Senior Manager Green Star Technical Delivery, Green Building Council of Australia

This session is ideal for:
•    Developers, asset owners and portfolio managers
•    Sustainability, ESG and environmental professionals
•    Engineers, consultants and design practitioners
•    Government and precinct planners shaping policy and infrastructure outcomes
•    Anyone involved in planning, designing, operating or managing assets where water plays a role
 

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 and next-generation materials including bamboo, mycelium and PFAS-free alternatives, this session will equip participants to make smarter material choices, unlock new opportunities, and navigate key barriers to adoption

What you will learn:  

• Assess opportunities for emerging material use and innovation in responsible products to meet project requirements, design intent, and sustainability objectives.

• Evaluate performance factors, risks, and trade-offs associated with materials such as bamboo, mycelium and PFAS-free alternatives when making specification and procurement decisions.

• Apply insights from project examples to support informed material selection and  stakeholder communication

• Dissecting the roadblocks and opportunities for innovative products to reshape the built environment

Who you will hear from:  

• Jennifer Snyders, CEO, House of Bamboo

• Jeremy Mansfield,  Founder/Director, Mansfield Advisory

• Stephanie Sirianni, Director, Nature Collective

• Aidan Mullan, Sustainability and Lean Manager, Interface

• Yann Frampton, Senior Associate, Hassell

• Karie Soehardi, Director, Circular Design Thinking

• Katherine Featherstone, Senior Manager – Products and Materials, Green Building Council of Australia  

           Plus more speakers to be announced  

Who’s it for: 
This session is ideal for Architects, Designers, ESG Consultants, Project managers and those seeking practical insight into responsible material innovation and the market potential of emerging products. 

Green Star Buildings v1.1 is the latest evolution of the Green Star Buildings rating tool. Five years in the making, this update sharpens the focus on climate action, nature and circularity, while introducing greater flexibility to make certification more accessible and practical for a wider range of projects.

This short course provides a detailed insight into the update, and is specifically for Green Star Accredited Professionals (Buildings).

In this session, you will:

• Gain a clear understanding of the key updates in Green Star Buildings v1.1, including the Climate Positive Pathway, Nature Positive Pathway and new circularity requirements

• Understand how v1.1 aligns with emerging regulatory and market drivers, including climate reporting, embodied carbon requirements, TNFD and the Australian Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

• Explore the new stepped point structures and usability improvements designed to offer greater clarity and flexibility for project teams

• Learn what these changes mean for your project pipeline and how to confidently transition from v1 to v1.1
   

FAQs

Do I have to be a GSAP in Buildings to do this short course?  
The intent of this course to explain the key updates in Green Star Buildings v1.1. A strong understanding of Green Star Buildings v1 will be assumed. 

Does this course offer GSAP accreditation in Buildings v1.1?
This course is not part of the GSAP accreditation pathway. If you’d like to become a GSAP in the Green Star Buildings tool, you will be required to attend a Green Star foundations course followed by a Green Star Buildings advanced course. Please see our website for further information on the accreditation pathway and our calendar of upcoming courses.

I am targeting the Green Star Accredited Professional criteria under the Industry Development credit for a Green Star Buildings v1.1 project. Can I use my existing Buildings GSAP accreditation?
Yes, a Green Star Buildings GSAP accreditation will be applicable for Green Star Buildings v1 and v1.1 projects. A new accreditation for v1.1 is not required.

When must new projects register under Green Star Buildings v1.1? 
From 1st May 2026, new projects must register under Green Star Buildings v1.1, and updated Climate Positive benchmarks will apply. This includes the requirement for all buildings to be all-electric regardless of the targeted star rating (a change that would have come into effect on 1st January 2026 under Green Star Buildings v1). Projects registering under Green Star Buildings v1 before 30th April 2026 will be assessed using the current (2023) Climate Positive Pathway requirements. This course will help you understand these changes.