Version A of the Responsible Products Guidelines responded to trends and criteria that were set as part of the 2018 Future Focus program and were released on the GBCA website in November 2024. Version A of the Guidelines set a benchmark for industry for the period up to its release.
Since then, GBCA have been developing a future facing set of guidelines to recognise product certification initiatives responding to changes since the establishment of the Guidelines 5 years ago. Version B of the guidelines addresses:
• The growing variety of product certification initiatives
• Priorities and frameworks that have emerged since the guidelines were first developed
• The need to rebalance framework incentives based on consultation with these initiatives
• Aligning governance requirements to best practice standards
GBCA is excited to announce the release of the Responsible Products Guidelines – Version B for consultation.
This webinar will cover:
• The importance of products and materials in the built environment
• Drivers for updating the Responsible Products Guidelines
• Relationship between the Responsible Products Guidelines and Green Star
• Proposed initiative governance requirements
• Proposed minimum expectations
• Proposed draft credits
• Feedback and next steps
Hear from our Speakers.
Harriet Smith, Program Lead, Responsible Products – GBCA
Jorge Chapa, Chief Impact Officer – Market Transformation – GBCA
This webinar took place in October 2025. Content and Speakers were accurate at the time of recording.
As demand in the data centre sector surges, this brings significant challenges to sustainability and in particular how energy requirements will be met. Join us as we examine the role of ESG in shaping the industry and what it could mean for wider industry.
Hear insights and examples on energy efficient design, procurement of renewable energy, water management and strategies to minimise embodied carbon in construction. In this session we’ll also look at the tracking of ongoing performance using ratings tools and, and the impact of this rapidly expanding sector on biodiversity.
Hear from our speakers:
David Collins – Director, Cundall
Josh Maitland – Associate Director, Ethos Urban
Matt Madden – Senior Managing Director, Data Centre Solutions, APAC, CBRE
Simone Concha – Director – Natural Progress
Jamie Wallis – Senior Manager, GBCA
This webinar took place in May 2025 and speaker details are correct at the time of recording.
Circularity is reshaping the way we design, deliver, and measure projects in the built environment. But how can we embed circular thinking from the very beginning and be recognised for it?
In this webinar, we’ll explore how circularity can be rewarded within the Green Star framework, from design stage through to delivery. You’ll learn about industry momentum, leading advocacy initiatives, and the latest holistic measurement tools.
Our expert speakers will share strategies for:
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Scoping and applying circularity from project inception
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Using measurement tools to identify gaps, track progress, and demonstrate impact
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Meeting and exceeding Green Star criteria for new builds and fitouts
Whether you’re seeking certification or simply want to future-proof your projects, you’ll leave with practical tools to integrate circularity and turn it into measurable value.
Join our experts:
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Anthony Carbone, General Manager, Kennett Builders
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Clare Gallagher, National Sustainability Manager, Built
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Jim Goddin, Head of Circular Economy, thinkstep-anz
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Irma Del Valle Nachon, Circularity Lead, Breathe
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Taryn Cornell, Senior Manager Strategy & Development, Market Transformation, Green Building Council of Australia
Country-Centred design principles in practice
Join us for a thought-provoking webinar exploring how genuine collaboration with First Nations peoples is reshaping the future of design and the built environment.
This session will explore
What First Nations-led design truly means and what it doesn’t
Practical strategies for embedding Indigenous knowledge systems into planning and architecture
Case study examples that demonstrate powerful outcomes when First Nations voices are centered
Whether you’re in architecture, design, urban planning or community development, the insights from this conversation are essential.
Our speakers include:
Ashley Halliday, Director, Ashely Halliday Architects
Caitlin Clarke, Assistant Development Manager – Waterfront Brisbane | Dexus
Michael Hromek, Technical Executive – Indigenous Design, Architecture and Knowledge | WSP
Elham Monavari, Head of Green Star Strategic Delivery | GBCA
This webinar took place in September 2025
Australia’s build to rent industry continues to see increased growth. With new government policies and tax concessions in place, there is enormous potential in this sector. But what are the sustainability challenges and drivers? Join us to hear how sustainability is emerging as a key differentiator in the market, and what success will look like.
Our speakers will explore:
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What are the key opportunities in the market?
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Projects to date and lessons learned
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Affordable apartments with a low carbon footprint and a social focus
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A holistic view of what good can look like
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The role of Green Star in driving standards
Speakers include:
Anthony Garagounis, Director Projects & Growth, Mirvac
Sienna Whiteman, Development Manager, Mirvac
Paul di Donato, Senior Manager, Construction Initiation and Planning, Landcom
Nick Alsop, Senior Manager, Buildings, Precincts and Homes, Green Building Council of Australia
Nikki Paton, Director ESG, Salta
Refrigerants used in HVAC&R equipment are increasingly being seen as a critical area of focus if we are to create a climate positive built environment. Indeed, with the shift to all electric buildings, the reliance on refrigerant using equipment will increase. But how do you get up to speed in this area?
Join this webinar to explore how refrigerants impact building design and operations and how you can prepare for the future of refrigerants.
Our speakers include:
Bruce Precious, Principal Consultant | Six Capitals Consulting
Mark Vender, Advocacy and Policy Manager | AIRAH
Jose Bilbao, Utilities Manager | UNSW
Taryn Cornell, Senior Manager Strategy & Development | GBCA
This webinar took place in August 2025and speaker details are correct at time of recording.
Nature Positive Webinar: a draft roadmap for industry consultation
Australia currently faces significant challenges, including increasing urbanisation, the depletion of nature and a low rate of circularity. Resource use continues to place pressure on nature while investment in solutions remains limited.
So how can the built environment become a force for restoring nature? Join us to hear about the nature positive roadmap; a new guide for sustainable development across precincts, buildings and fit outs in Australia.
The draft roadmap discusses the built environment’s role as it relates to nature. It details the built environment’s role in contributing to key challenges in protecting, restoring and regenerating nature. It builds on work undertaken by the GBCA to date, and includes translation of global biodiversity targets into actionable, measurable steps for the built environment. Importantly, the draft roadmap acknowledges the importance of strong policy integration, consistent data, and the inclusion of First Nations knowledge and leadership in driving success.
During this webinar you’ll hear from members of the Nature Roadmap Advisory Panel members as we discuss how to prevent nature loss, increase and connect nature, drive circularity, choose low impact materials and invest in nature while maintaining the guiding principles of culture, community and connection to Country.
Speakers:
• Abigail Heywood, Senior Manager Environmental Sustainability, Lendlease
• Guy Williams, Founder, Ziranjiti
• Nicole Yazbek-Martin, Executive Manager: Sustainability Standards and Practice, Australian Sustainable Finance Institute
• Elham Monavari, Head of Green Star Strategic Delivery, Green Building Council of Australia
1 sustainable CPD Point will be awarded
Rethink Ownership. Redefine Fitouts.
The way we design, deliver, and manage commercial spaces is quickly evolving. Products as a Service (PaaS) is emerging as a flexible, circular alternative to traditional procurement – shifting the focus from ownership to access.
Join us for a dynamic session exploring how modular furniture, lighting, and technology delivered as a service can provide adaptable solutions that evolve with changing needs – while addressing major environmental challenges like resource depletion and waste
What You’ll Learn
– Understand the core value of PaaS and its relevance to Green Star certification
– Explore how PaaS supports circular economy principles and ESG performance
– Discover real-world case studies showcasing successful PaaS fitouts
– Gain practical tips on choosing and assessing the right PaaS providers for long-term success
Featured Speakers
– Sasha Titchkosky – Co-Founder, Koskela
– Jonas Olander – Product Manager – Signify
– Guy Walsh, Sustainability Strategist – Living Edge
– Gabrielle Pavicic – Green Star Program Lead, Green Building Council of Australia
Stay ahead of the curve. Whether you’re a designer, project manager, or sustainability lead, this is your opportunity to gain the latest thinking on smart, service-based fitout strategies.
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
We already know sustainability can’t be delivered without a team. The role of procurement is crucial to ensure the products and services we specify reduce environmental impact, support ethical labour practices, and help organisations meet their sustainability strategies.
In this session, you will hear from experts in sustainable, social and circular procurement, as they explore:
• the latest in industry practice, what ‘good’ can look like and how to improve outcomes
• how to embed circular strategies into procurement practices within your organisation
• how to meet procurement requirements within Green Star
Bring your questions to our speakers and join in the discussion