Green Building Council of Australia has released a discussion paper to start an important conversation about reporting and accounting for Scope 3 emissions to drive emissions reductions at scale. The discussion paper highlights the challenge of translating asset emissions into corporate accounts, calling for precise measurement to ensure that significant emissions sources in the built […]
Sustainable procurement is gathering momentum. Since late last year, the Commonwealth Government has announced two major policies which set clear expectations for increased sustainability in government procurement. All levels of government are increasingly leveraging their procurement power to achieve greater sustainability outcomes. To seize new opportunities and to be competitive in tender processes, suppliers of goods […]
Responsible products
2 CPD Points
Launched in 2020, Green Star Buildings is a holistic rating tool designed to meet the challenges of the next decade. Green Star Buildings v1.1 is an evolution of Green Star Buildings v1 which will ensure the rating tool will influence buildings up to and beyond 2035. It aims to provide technical amendments, clarifications and improvements identified […]
Green Star Buildings
Building on our Responsible Products webinar, this series is designed to deep dive into some of the most important challenges product manufacturers face. We know that the shift to more responsible products can’t be achieved alone, so these sessions are aimed at connecting the sector to help organisations ask and answer questions and share experiences […]
Green Star, Green Star Performance, Responsible products
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Research shows that investing in health brings enhanced performance, increased financial returns and increased overall well-being scores. But how do we keep making this a priority? What do high performing, innovative projects looks like? Join us to hear insights and case studies from our highly experienced speakers. Key topics explored • what is critical for high performance environments?• Evidence based […]
Social Sustainability
2 CPD Points
Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) is developing Green Star Fitouts, a rating tool to guide applicants in creating sustainable, Green Star-certified fitouts.The Green Star Fitouts rating tool will supersede the current Green Star – Interiors rating tool.GBCA is pleased to launch public consultation on the development of draft credits for the Green Star Fitouts […]
Green Star
We know lowering upfront carbon is critical but how do we consider carbon costs on a project from the outset? How can we use quality data to accurately quantify and benchmark upfront carbon, choose optimal approaches and budget accordingly. GBCA and AIQS are delighted to hold this joint webinar in which our experts will present and […]
Carbon and Climate change
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There is widespread recognition of the need to connect with country and culture when planning for the built environment. However, there are knowledge gaps that require deeper understanding in order to achieving meaningful engagement and incorporate First Nations wisdom in the design and construction of our buildings. This insightful webinar will explore how to ensure […]
Social Sustainability
2 CPD Points
Sustainable public places can have a profound impact on communities and the environment. Hear from leading projects as they unpack how they used Green Star rating tools and share practical lessons learnt. This session will cover everything from improving wellbeing and fostering community connection to reducing environmental impact and enhancing resilience. Join us as we tackle: – […]
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The built environment plays a crucial role in supporting nature regeneration through planning and design. Taking a regenerative approach leads to balance between people and the natural environment that has positive and sustainable planetary outcomes. But what are critical steps needed to ensure nature regeneration is at the forefront of decision making in the built […]
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GBCA is excited to release the next version of Green Star Communities as a part of our Future focus program.This update to the tool establishes a new benchmark for masterplanned precincts and communities, offering a robust and transparent pathway to deliver on environmental, social, and economic outcomes.The rating tool provides a clear definition of a […]
Recognising the growing demand for heathier, energy-efficient apartments in Australia, GBCA have developed the Green Star Buildings Apartments Pathway, a roadmap to deliver healthier and more responsible apartments. The Apartments Pathway is a new set of requirements and targeted credits within the Green Star Buildings rating tool tailored to deliver more sustainable multi-unit residential projects.For the […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) are transforming transportation, but their widespread adoption in the built environment in Australia depends on smart infrastructure investments and innovative support models. How can property owners, developers, and policymakers create a sustainable, future-ready environment for EV growth? This session will explore global best practices and forward-thinking solutions to support Australia’s EV transition. Join […]
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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 […]
Social Sustainability
2 CPD Points
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 […]
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