Procurement is more than just a transaction; it’s a powerful lever for change. This course equips professionals with the knowledge and strategies to embed sustainability at the heart of procurement, transforming the way we design, source and deliver projects.
Join us to hear strategies to unlock the power of procurement to drive social, environmental and economic impact. Through real world case studies, expert insights and practical tools, hear how to make decisions that are ethical, transparent and strategically aligned with long term sustainability goals. We’ll discuss practical challenges such as product substitution, and how to maintain sustainability outcomes, even when project specifications change.
We’ll unpack how Green Star seeks to raise standards in procurement, with a focus on the specific credits that recognise and reward sustainable procurement practices.
Whether you’re just starting on your sustainable procurement journey or looking to deepen your expertise, this course will equip you with actionable strategies to transform how your organisation sources, collaborates and innovates.
What you’ll learn:
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approaches to building strong, collaborative supplier partnerships to deliver genuinely sustainable outcomes
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strategies for managing ethical risks, including modern slavery and transparency
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practical applications of circular economy thinking in procurement
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specification and substitution strategies
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pathways for recognition and certification within Green Star
Who is it for:
This course is for you if you’re a procurement professional, project manager, sustainability practitioner, architect or anyone responsible for delivery of projects, sourcing or supplier engagement and want to embed sustainable, ethical and value driven practices.
Our speakers:
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Nermine Zahran, Senior Manager, Sustainability, Placemaking NSW | Crown Lands and Public Spaces, Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure
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Katherine Featherstone, Senior Manager, Products and Materials, Green Building Council of Australia
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Deepen Somaiya, Responsible Sourcing Manager, Mirvac
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Jane Andrews, CEO, Ebbtide Group
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Emily Chung, Manager, Future Focus, Market Transformation, Green Building Council of Australia
This masterclass was recorded in October 2026. Note group discussions are not accessible in the recording.
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 the important role of refrigerants in reducing emissions and improving building performance.
This refrigerant bank is projected to grow to 80,000 tonnes by 2036. At the same time, modelling shows demand for new refrigerants will outstrip supply, with a threefold shortfall projected by 2036 under the current phase-down. But how do you get up to speed in this area?
Refrigerants are a critical but often overlooked piece of the climate puzzle, with every building relying on refrigerants, yet they’re rarely factored into long-term planning. With out planning, we risk higher retrofit costs, supply shortages and emissions that could have been avoided. The refrigerant choices we make now will shape building performance for decades to come.
Join us for this workshop as we explore the key areas of challenge and what the possible solutions might be. Hear insights and lessons from case studies and key experts in the field. And examine how you can prepare for the future of refrigerants.
Ideal for:
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Sustainability managers and ESG professionals
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Building owners and asset managers
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Facilities and operations managers
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HVAC&R engineers and consultants
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Building services engineers
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Property and project managers
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Green Star practitioners and sustainability consultants
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Contractors and service providers working with refrigeration and air-conditioning systems
Join our experts including:
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Taryn Cornell, Senior Manager Strategy & Development, Strategic Projects, Green Building Council of Australia
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David Palin, Director ESG, Asset Management, Mirvac
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Jeremy Mansfield, Founder / Director, Mansfield Advisory
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Sami Zheng, Chief Executive Officer, AIRAH
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Alan Fok, Sustainable Operations Director, JLL
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Jo Kieboom, Director Ecological Sustainability, Built Infrastructure – Design and Technical Services, Department of Logistics and Infrastructure
In association with
Your refrigerant decisions today will shape the next 20 years and beyond – our discussion paper Freeze Frame opens the conversation on what this means for assets, climate goals and the industry. Read the paper and have your say here.
This course was recorded in October 2026. Note, group discussion and group work is not included in the recording.
Green Star certification is achievable on projects of any size. From community facilities to regional developments, smaller projects are delivering strong sustainability outcomes within tight budgets and resources.
This webinar shares practical lessons from project teams on delivering Green Star outcomes through effective collaboration, smart decision-making and real-world project experience.
What you’ll learn
Key success factors for smaller-scale Green Star projects.
Practical ways to deliver sustainability outcomes within project constraints.
Common challenges and how to overcome them.
Lessons learned from community and regional projects.
Join our speakers:
• Ben Pakulsky, Project Manager, Ireland Brown Constructions
• Lauren Henderson, Project Lead – Major Projects, Maribyrnong City Council
• Matthew Cuppleditch, Technical Principal, dsquared consulting
• Katy Dean, Senior Policy Adviser, Green Building Council of Australia
• Eliza Morawska, Engagement Lead, Green Building Council of Australia
• Peter Clementson, Director, Sustainable Development Consultants Pty Ltd
This webinar was recorded in October 2026. This session runs for 1.5 hours.
Existing buildings are central to the transition to a low-carbon, resilient built environment. As sustainability expectations, market demands and regulatory pressures evolve, owners and project teams face increasing pressure to improve performance, future-proof assets and unlock long-term value.
This practical, industry-led course explores how organisations are delivering successful building uplift initiatives across existing assets. Through real-world case studies and expert insights, participants will gain practical insights into the opportunities and challenges of improving building performance, reducing emissions and extending asset life through retrofit, refurbishment and building transformation.
What you’ll learn:
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Understand the factors driving investment in existing building upgrades.
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Evaluate different pathways for improving building performance and long-term asset outcomes.
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Explore how organisations prioritise and justify building uplift initiatives across their portfolios.
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Understand the challenges and opportunities of delivering upgrades in occupied buildings, including tenant engagement, project sequencing, operational continuity and construction logistics.
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Examine practical strategies for upgrading key building elements and systems, including HVAC and building services, façades and building fabric improvements.
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Identify the key stakeholders, project considerations and common challenges that influence successful delivery.
Join our experts including:
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John Bourne, Leader – Sustainability, A.G. Coombs
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Robyn Hyslop, Industry Leader and Property Sustainability Specialist
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Nick Hill, Senior Associate Sustainability, ADP Consulting
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Steven Peters, Chief Sustainability Officer, IFM Investors
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Adrian Taylor, Regenerative Lead, BVN Architecture
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David Collins, Partner & Managing Director, Cundall
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Susan Feltaous, Executive Director, Head of Sustainability, JLL
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Jess Roberts, Technical Advisor, Green Building Council of Australia
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Property owners and asset managers
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Sustainability professionals
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Project and facilities managers
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Engineers, architects and consultants
This course was recorded in September 2026. This session runs for 3 hours.
Commissioning and tuning are some of the most important, and often overlooked, elements in delivering high-performing, sustainable buildings.
While commissioning is often viewed as a final project milestone focused on testing and handover, effective commissioning begins much earlier. When embedded throughout design, construction and project delivery, and complemented by ongoing tuning, it helps ensure buildings perform as intended, reduces operational risks, supports better occupant outcomes, and protects the long-term value of sustainable investments.
This Green Star course explores how commissioning and tuning can be used as strategic tools to improve project outcomes and support Green Star certification. Despite significant advances in sustainable building delivery, verification, handover and early operations remain stages where actual performance can vary considerably. Effective commissioning and tuning help bridge this gap, ensuring buildings continue to operate as intended after occupancy.
What you will learn:
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Understand the role of commissioning and tuning across the project lifecycle.
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Explore how commissioning and tuning support Green Star certification and improved building performance.
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Learn how performance verification, metering, benchmarking and tuning can improve accountability, reduce performance gaps at verification and handover, and strengthen project outcomes.
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Gain practical insights from a successful Green Star case study.
Speakers:
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Jeremy Mansfield, Founder/Director, Mansfield Advisory
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Conor Rawlins, Senior Engineer, Full Circle Design Services
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James Rodger, Commissioning Manager / ICA, Base Services Group
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Jim Ng, Technical Services & Initiatives Lead, Green Building Council of Australia
Ideal for:
This course is designed for sustainability professionals and project teams involved in delivering or supporting Green Star certified projects, including Green Star Accredited Professionals, consultants, engineers, developers, contractors and asset owners.
This course was recorded in September 2026. This session runs for 2 hours.
Healthcare facilities are among the most complex building types to design, deliver and operate. As sustainability expectations continue to rise, project teams are increasingly challenged to balance decarbonisation, resilience and occupant wellbeing with the operational demands of healthcare environments.
This session explores the key drivers shaping sustainable healthcare, including policy, Green Star certification and industry leadership. Through real-world examples and perspectives from across the project lifecycle, attendees will gain practical insights into the opportunities, challenges and trade-offs involved in planning, delivering and operating sustainable healthcare facilities. The session also examines the growing role of healthcare precincts and the future direction of the sector.
What you’ll learn:
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Understand the key policy, investment and market drivers influencing sustainability outcomes in healthcare infrastructure.
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Explore the planning, design, delivery and operational challenges involved in sustainable healthcare facilities.
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Learn from real-world healthcare projects, including practical approaches and key learnings
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Take a closer look at emerging trends in the sector, including a case study of a co-located research and healthcare precinct
Join our experts including:
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Liz Ingram, Sustainability Manager, Vital Healthcare
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Melissa Nouel, Sustainable Built Environment Manager, UNSW
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Mark Mitchell, Director, BLP
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Paul Curry, Director, Cox Architecture
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Ella Mudie, Market Engagement Lead, Green Building Council of Australia
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Alexander Sawicki, Senior Associate, Hassell
Ideal for:
This course is designed for sustainability professionals, asset owners, developers, architects, engineers, project managers, contractors, healthcare providers and government representatives involved in the planning, delivery or operation of healthcare facilities and precincts. It will also benefit anyone seeking practical insights into applying sustainability in one of the built environment’s most technically demanding sectors.
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
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:
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Taryn Cornell, Senior Manager, Strategy & Development, Green Building Council of Australia
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Bruce Precious, Principal Consultant, Six Capitals Consulting
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Nick Baker, Manager, Carbon Investments, Tasman Environmental Markets (TEM)
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Paul Dettman, Founder and Director, Cassinia Environmental
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Sid Larwill, Director, Vegetation Link
This course was recorded in August 2026. This session runs for 2 hours.
Gas has long been the default for commercial kitchens, but that is changing. Kitchen upgrades, regulatory pressure, rising energy costs and new all-electric building requirements mean more tenants are facing electrification decisions.
For leasing and tenant managers, understanding electric kitchens means you can answer questions confidently and help tenants make informed decisions about their fit-out.
This webinar brings together practical insight and real-world examples to help you navigate the commercial kitchen electrification conversation with confidence.
What you’ll learn:
• The business case for electrifying commercial kitchens, including health, performance, and sustainability benefits
• Cost savings and payback periods for electric kitchens
• Case studies from Australian restaurants that have made the switch
• Common misconceptions about electric cooking and how to address them
• Practical resources to support tenant conversations and decision-making
Who is it for:
This webinar is designed for professionals involved in leasing spaces with commercial kitchens, including leasing managers, retail managers, and tenant managers. If you influence decisions made by existing or prospective tenants about their tenancy or fit-out, this session is for you.
Our speakers:
• Davina Rooney, CEO, Green Building Council Australia
• Andrea Au, Australia Programme Manager, Global Cooksafe Coalition
• Jilly Middleton, Head of Chef and Cooktop Engagement, Global Cooksafe Coalition
• Joseph Abboud, Owner and Chef, Rumi
Note this webinar offers 1 sustainable development point.
This course was recorded in August 2026. This session runs for 90 minutes.
In partnership with the Global Cooksafe Coalition
Nature is rapidly becoming a defining issue for sustainable property, with growing expectations for projects to protect biodiversity, restore ecosystems and demonstrate credible nature-positive outcomes. This short course will help sustainability practitioners, and built environment professionals understand what best practice looks like in nature regeneration, biodiversity and design and how to apply it.
Across three hours, our speakers will explore the GBCA Nature Roadmap, Green Star Nature Credits and practical approaches to designing, measuring and delivering biodiversity outcomes. Through a series of case studies, participants will see how nature-based solutions are being applied across urban design, precinct development and ecological restoration. This course will provide practical insights to help teams move from ambition to implementation.
What you’ll learn:
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Understand how Green Star is evolving to support nature-positive outcomes.
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A step-by-step guide to integrating nature via the Green Star nature credits.
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Explore approaches to nature measurement and First Nations engagement.
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Hear how leading projects are integrating nature and achieving biodiversity outcomes.
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Gain lessons from commercial, precinct and beyond-boundary nature restoration case studies.
Who is it for:
This course is designed for sustainability practitioners, Green Star Accredited Professionals, developers, asset owners, project managers, architects, landscape architects, ecologists, consultants and government teams seeking to strengthen nature, biodiversity and regeneration outcomes across built environment projects.
Our speakers:
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Stephanie Sirianni, Founder, Nature Collective
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Ash Knop, CEO, Wilderlands
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Angeliki Dimitriou, Head of Environment, Investa
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James Hayter, Director and Registered Landscape Architect, Oxigen
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Elham Monavari, Head of Green Star Strategic Delivery, GBCA
This course was recorded in August 2026. This session runs for 3 hours.