Become an expert in the Green Star Buildings rating tool.
Launched in October 2020, Green Star Buildings is designed for new buildings and major refurbishments. It responds to the critical issues of the next decade by pushing industry to deliver high-efficient buildings, fully powered by renewables.
This course is a must-have for professionals currently using this tool or planning to use it in the near future. By completing this training, you will be positioned to confidently deliver projects under this new tool.
We will explore the most challenging credits and share practical guidance.
This course will cover:
- the category framework
- the minimum expectations
- credit structure and scoring mechanism
- challenging credits
- net zero carbon pathway
- changes to certification
- tips from asessors
What’s included in the course:
- online learning modules
- an expert-led online live session
- Green Star Buildings submission guidelines
- enrolment into the CPD program
- access to the online Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) exam
*Please note, capacity is capped so we can deliver a collaborative course with opportunities for discussion throughout.
Accreditation pathway
FAQs
Do I have to complete the Green Star Buildings: advanced training?
If you are planning to work on a Green Star Buildings project, we strongly recommend that you become accredited in the Green Star Buildings rating tool to be better equipped in leading and working on Green Star Buildings projects.
How is Green Star – Design & As Built different from Green Star Buildings advanced training?
Green Star Buildings is our biggest overhaul of our 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 Buildings project. Do I need to also become accredited in the Buildings tool if I am already accredited under the Design & As Built tool?
Yes, you will be required to complete both the Green Star Buildings advanced course followed by the GSAP Buildings exam in order to meet the criteria.
Become an expert in the Green Star Buildings rating tool.
Launched in October 2020, Green Star Buildings is designed for new buildings and major refurbishments. It responds to the critical issues of the next decade by pushing industry to deliver high-efficient buildings, fully powered by renewables.
This course is a must-have for professionals currently using this tool or planning to use it in the near future. By completing this training, you will be positioned to confidently deliver projects under this new tool.
We will explore the most challenging credits and share practical guidance.
This course will cover:
- the category framework
- the minimum expectations
- credit structure and scoring mechanism
- challenging credits
- net zero carbon pathway
- changes to certification
- tips from asessors
What’s included in the course:
- online learning modules
- an expert-led online live session
- Green Star Buildings submission guidelines
- enrolment into the CPD program
- access to the online Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) exam
*Please note, capacity is capped so we can deliver a collaborative course with opportunities for discussion throughout.
Accreditation pathway
FAQs
Do I have to complete the Green Star Buildings: advanced training?
If you are planning to work on a Green Star Buildings project, we strongly recommend that you become accredited in the Green Star Buildings rating tool to be better equipped in leading and working on Green Star Buildings projects.
How is Green Star – Design & As Built different from Green Star Buildings advanced training?
Green Star Buildings is our biggest overhaul of our 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 Buildings project. Do I need to also become accredited in the Buildings tool if I am already accredited under the Design & As Built tool?
Yes, you will be required to complete both the Green Star Buildings advanced course followed by the GSAP Buildings exam in order to meet the criteria.
Become an expert in the Green Star Buildings rating tool.
Launched in October 2020, Green Star Buildings is designed for new buildings and major refurbishments. It responds to the critical issues of the next decade by pushing industry to deliver high-efficient buildings, fully powered by renewables.
This course is a must-have for professionals currently using this tool or planning to use it in the near future. By completing this training, you will be positioned to confidently deliver projects under this new tool.
We will explore the most challenging credits and share practical guidance.
This course will cover:
- the category framework
- the minimum expectations
- credit structure and scoring mechanism
- challenging credits
- net zero carbon pathway
- changes to certification
- tips from asessors
What’s included in the course:
- online learning modules
- an expert-led online live session
- Green Star Buildings submission guidelines
- enrolment into the CPD program
- access to the online Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) exam
*Please note, capacity is capped so we can deliver a collaborative course with opportunities for discussion throughout.
Accreditation pathway
FAQs
Do I have to complete the Green Star Buildings: advanced training?
If you are planning to work on a Green Star Buildings project, we strongly recommend that you become accredited in the Green Star Buildings rating tool to be better equipped in leading and working on Green Star Buildings projects.
How is Green Star – Design & As Built different from Green Star Buildings advanced training?
Green Star Buildings is our biggest overhaul of our 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 Buildings project. Do I need to also become accredited in the Buildings tool if I am already accredited under the Design & As Built tool?
Yes, you will be required to complete both the Green Star Buildings advanced course followed by the GSAP Buildings exam in order to meet the criteria.
Become an expert in the Green Star Buildings rating tool.
Launched in October 2020, Green Star Buildings is designed for new buildings and major refurbishments. It responds to the critical issues of the next decade by pushing industry to deliver high-efficient buildings, fully powered by renewables.
This course is a must-have for professionals currently using this tool or planning to use it in the near future. By completing this training, you will be positioned to confidently deliver projects under this new tool.
We will explore the most challenging credits and share practical guidance.
This course will cover:
- the category framework
- the minimum expectations
- credit structure and scoring mechanism
- challenging credits
- net zero carbon pathway
- changes to certification
- tips from asessors
What’s included in the course:
- online learning modules
- an expert-led online live session
- Green Star Buildings submission guidelines
- enrolment into the CPD program
- access to the online Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) exam
*Please note, capacity is capped so we can deliver a collaborative course with opportunities for discussion throughout.
Accreditation pathway
FAQs
Do I have to complete the Green Star Buildings: advanced training?
If you are planning to work on a Green Star Buildings project, we strongly recommend that you become accredited in the Green Star Buildings rating tool to be better equipped in leading and working on Green Star Buildings projects.
How is Green Star – Design & As Built different from Green Star Buildings advanced training?
Green Star Buildings is our biggest overhaul of our 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 Buildings project. Do I need to also become accredited in the Buildings tool if I am already accredited under the Design & As Built tool?
Yes, you will be required to complete both the Green Star Buildings advanced course followed by the GSAP Buildings exam in order to meet the criteria.
Become an expert in the Green Star Buildings rating tool.
Launched in October 2020, Green Star Buildings is designed for new buildings and major refurbishments. It responds to the critical issues of the next decade by pushing industry to deliver high-efficient buildings, fully powered by renewables.
This course is a must-have for professionals currently using this tool or planning to use it in the near future. By completing this training, you will be positioned to confidently deliver projects under this new tool.
We will explore the most challenging credits and share practical guidance.
This course will cover:
- the category framework
- the minimum expectations
- credit structure and scoring mechanism
- challenging credits
- net zero carbon pathway
- changes to certification
- tips from asessors
What’s included in the course:
- online learning modules
- an expert-led online live session
- Green Star Buildings submission guidelines
- enrolment into the CPD program
- access to the online Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) exam
*Please note, capacity is capped so we can deliver a collaborative course with opportunities for discussion throughout.
Accreditation pathway
FAQs
Do I have to complete the Green Star Buildings: advanced training?
If you are planning to work on a Green Star Buildings project, we strongly recommend that you become accredited in the Green Star Buildings rating tool to be better equipped in leading and working on Green Star Buildings projects.
How is Green Star – Design & As Built different from Green Star Buildings advanced training?
Green Star Buildings is our biggest overhaul of our 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 Buildings project. Do I need to also become accredited in the Buildings tool if I am already accredited under the Design & As Built tool?
Yes, you will be required to complete both the Green Star Buildings advanced course followed by the GSAP Buildings exam in order to meet the criteria.
The need to embed social value into our built environment is more critical than ever. But we also need to define, measure and report on the value of the work and how it contributes to thriving communities and organisations. What does value look like? And how can this enable industry to make decisions which maximise benefits to all involved.
Join our speakers as we look to unpack example of social value, and tackle effective measurement. We will look at authentic collaboration and how to effectively work with stakeholders to lead to positive outcomes.
Themes to include:
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How do we measure and report on social value
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What does good look like?
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How to work with internal and external stakeholders and communicate the value of social impact
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What next steps must industry take
As our net zero deadlines draw closer, the drive to do more with what we have is gaining momentum. Reusing and refurbishing our existing buildings over demolition brings a myriad of benefits including the reduction of embodied and upfront carbon, energy efficiency, cultural preservation and sustainable practice.
Join our experts as they discuss the environmental, social and economic drivers for adaptive reuse and refurbishment by highlighting outcomes from successful projects in this space.
Hear about:
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The case for embodied carbon reduction and savings
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The considerations for adaptive reuse including electrification, circularity and waste
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Outcomes from leading projects including 73 Miller St, Bondi Pavillion and Lot14
Industrial buildings represent one of the fastest growing and most innovative sectors of the built environment and the demand for 5 and 6 Green Star rated projects is increasing as expectations of the sector are rapidly rising.
Aligning the objectives of stakeholders to ensure long-term sustainability, as well as achieving the desired ratings can be challenging.
In this masterclass we’ll examine shifts in demand, energy, materiality and ask what is best practice? Hear from speakers who are working on leading projects in industrial and learn strategies for achieving successful and sustainable outcomes across your projects and portfolios.
A combination of expert panels, practical case studies, and interactive discussion will allow you to understand the key issues and future proof your industrial design as we traverse the path to Net Zero.
In this session you will:
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Gain insight into how the unique factors such as EV fleets and automation are driving energy demands and examine the solutions of the future
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Be informed on the latest innovative materials to design out embodied carbon
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Discover how to create enduring value through the integration of nature and community into the design of industrial sites
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Take a deep dive into performance and tenant engagement
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Understand the best Green Star rating tool for your project and examine the most challenging credits
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Learn how to deliver more sustainable, high performance, future ready industrial sites
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Hear about experiences and lessons learned from our expert speakers
Join our experts:
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Brett Wilson, Head of Property, Port of Brisbane
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Emma McMahon, General Manager, Sustainability, Goodman
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Crystal Anson, Sustainability Advisor, Mainbrace Constructions
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Andrew Thai, National Sustainability Manager, Frasers
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Vute Sirivivatnanon, Research Director, Smartcrete
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Karl Welsch, Technical Officer, NABERS
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Ella Mudie, Market Engagement Lead, Green Building Council Australia
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Jim Ng, Technical Services & Initiatives Lead, Green Building Council Australia
With the construction sector projected to contribute to one third of Australia’s total emissions, the need to increase decarbonisation practices is more critical than ever. But what does Fossil fuel free construction look like in Australia and what is next on the horizon?
Join our experts as they navigate how the current landscape can shift to advance our net zero goals and explore the pathway to decarbonising construction practices. This 90-minute webinar will include presentations using case studies to illustrate current practices followed by the opportunity to have your questions answered.
Key themes to unpack include:
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What are the benefits and challenges of going electric
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What is the status of fossil fuel free construction and how will policy help drive this?
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What are the opportunities for a domestic renewable diesel market?
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Case studies demonstrating practical outcomes and carbon reduction through battery powered and electric construction equipment
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How to increase collaboration across stakeholders and supply chains to advance targets.
Hear from expert speakers including:
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Abigail Heywood, Senior Manager, Environmental Sustainability, Lendlease
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Su-Fern Tan, Head of ESG, CBRE
The Green Star foundations course is ideal for those wanting to get to grips with Green Star and its role in sustainability in the built environment.
If you are looking to work on more Green Star projects in the future, or looking as an organisation to keep up to date with the ever changing industry movements, this course will give you the insights you need.
Key topics explored in this course:
+ why it is critical to embed sustainability in the built environment
+ examining the business case for sustainability and benefits of choosing Green Star
+ overview of the Green Star rating tools
+ learn from a case study – tips on how they achieved a Green Star rating and lessons for success
Whether from a developer, architect, supplier or wider professional services, this course will arm you with a greater understanding of sustainability to share with your stakeholders and customers.
This course is also part of our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program and the first step to gaining your Green Star Associate (GSA) or Green Star Accredited Professional (GSAP) qualification.
On completion of this course, you can attend any of our Green Star advanced courses, the second step toward gaining your GSA or GSAP qualification. Find out more about our CPD program and the steps to gain your Green Star qualification here.
With thanks to our Future Focus partners
