In its second year, Green Building Forum is the evolution of Green Building Day. The program examines the trends impacting our industry today with deeper technical insights, greater focus on practical Green Star application and enhanced networking opportunities.
Group discounts:
Groups of 3-6 receive a 10% discount and are bookable through our website.
Groups of 7+ or groups of any size across multiple cities, please contact us directly at education@gbca.org.au.
Future Green Leaders:
The Future Green Leader discount is offered in addition to member and group discounts. If you are a Future Green Leader, please apply the code GBFFGL in the cart to receive 20% off your booking. Other discounts cannot be used in conjunction with Future Green Leader or group discounts.
Please see our booking terms and conditions for further information. Please email us at education@gbca.org.au or call us on 02 8239 6200 if you have any further booking queries.
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 change to remove embodied carbon from the built environment and drive towards a net-zero future?
In this masterclass our speakers will help you understand the scale and importance of focusing on embodied carbon, examine drivers and barriers for reducing it, and explore practical examples of how to reduce this through materials selection, building design and project management.
A combination of experts join us for a panel, hear practical case studies, and join interactive discussion groups that will allow you to take a deep dive into this critical topic.
Join your peers to share experiences, discuss challenges and have your burning questions answered, as we examine how to eliminate embodied carbon from the built environment.
What you’ll learn:
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how to measure embodied carbon, what methodologies and tools are available, and what data to collect
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Discover new innovations in low carbon materials and what manufacturers are doing to further reduce embodied carbon
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Examine availability and supply of reduced carbon materials and how to make smarter choice when selecting materials for projects
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Discuss when to engage and invest in different parts of the supply chain to ensure optimal decarbonised design
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Hear about experiences and lessons learned from managing low embodied carbon projects
Who is it for:
Sustainability practitioners, architects and designers, engineers, project managers, construction and development managers, property owners and investors and anyone in a role driving net zero and ESG initiatives
Speakers:
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Katie Eyles, Sector Lead, NABERS
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Nicole Sullivan, Impact Director, thinkstep-anz
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Katherine Featherstone, Senior Manager – Products & Materials, Green Building Council of Australia
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Hudson Worsley, Chair, MECLA
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Hannah Jones, Sustainability Lead, TTW
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Bronte Kerley, Sustainability Consultant, AECOM
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Darren Minto, Client Relationship Manager, Crafted Hardwoods
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David Bell, Manager Sustainability & Insights, Infrabuild
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Asher Galvin, Practice Director, Architecture BVN
Launched in February 2025, Green Star Communities v2 is a comprehensive rating tool designed to guide the planning, design and delivery of master planned precincts and communities. It responds to the evolving needs of the built environment by promoting healthy, resilient and thriving places for people to live, work, learn and connect.
This course is a must-have for professionals planning to use this new version of the rating tool. By completing this training, you will be positioned to confidently deliver projects seeking recognition of sustainability outcomes through Green Star.
We will explore the most significant credits and share practical guidance for using the rating tool.
This course will cover:
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the category framework
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credit structure and scoring mechanism
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minimum expectations
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the annual assessment cycle
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significant credits
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tips from assessors
What’s included in the course:
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online learning modules
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Green Star Communities v2 submission guidelines
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enrolment into the CPD program
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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
It is essential to complete the Green Star foundations course prior to attending any advanced rating tool training courses.
This advanced course is the next step to becoming a Green Star Accredited Professional in the Green Star Communities v2 rating tool. Find out more about our accreditation pathway here.
FAQ
I am targeting the Green Star Accredited Professional criteria under the Industry Development credit for a Green Star Communities v2 project. Do I need to complete v2 training?
Yes to claim the Industry Development credit in GSCv2, you will need to complete the Advanced day training and pass the online exam.
When must new projects register under Green Star Communities v2?
From 1st July 2026, new projects must register under Green Star Communities v2. During the transition period, projects may choose to register under v2 or Green Star Communities v1.1.
To be considered registered under Green Star Communities v1.1 prior to 1 July, both of the following must be completed by 30 June 2026:
– The Green Star Certification Agreement must be executed by lodging the online project registration application
– The certification fee invoice must be paid.
If you’re planning to register under Green Star Communities v1.1, we recommend starting your registration as soon as possible.