Green Building Council of Australia

Did you know that L'Occitane Australia has a 5 Star Green Star rated store in Westfield Bondi Junction? When it came time to reinvent L’Occitane’s Westfield store, the ongoing commitment to reducing waste globally and locally was paramount. From demolition to selecting sustainable materials, and planning for the boutique’s end of life – L’Occitane’s respect for the planet and the community is clear. Swipe through to find out more!

Industry has the solutions for achieving net zero, but government leadership and support is essential to drive large-scale change. It’s exciting to see a growing commitment to establishing plans to achieve these goals at the federal, state, and local level. Read all about the latest policy updates in our October edition of policy snapshot ⚡ Want to see more? Read the full article > https://lnkd.in/g9y4ncyM

We love to share industry firsts, and this is one worth celebrating 🙌 Congratulations to Scape Australia who recently achieved a world-leading 6 Star Green Star Design and As Built v1.3 certification for Scape Leicester in Carlton. Our CEO Davina Rooney says it's a building that has countless benefits for students and the environment: “Scape’s achievement in delivering this world-leading, all-electric student accommodation sets a new benchmark for sustainability in the sector. It’s a prime example of how we can create spaces that are healthy and comfortable for residents but also contribute to a low-carbon, resilient future." We commend all involved - including Scape Australia, WRAP Consulting Engineering and Kapitol Group! We're sure the residents will enjoy being welcomed home to this vibrant, sustainable, healthy accommodation.

The Australian Public Service (APS) Net Zero Emissions by 2030 initiative is driving change in how public buildings are designed and constructed. It's essential to understand the implications of this and how Green Star can provide a pathway.    Find out about Green Star in our new course tailored for all levels of government   Green Star for Government 🗓️ Tuesday 29 October ⏰12:30 PM - 3:30 PM 📍 Virtual Event 🧷Register now > https://lnkd.in/g655WEq5   Hear from experts including:   Helen Bell, Research Manager GBCA  Ian Adams, Director, Organica Engineering Katy Dean, Senior Policy Advisor GBCA 

This week is Anti-Poverty week in Australia, a week created to increase understanding of poverty and homelessness - and take action to end it.   Currently, more than 122,000 Australians are experiencing homelessness - and that’s where Homes for Homes comes in.   Home or commercial property owners, and renters, can register their properties, promising to donate 0.1% of their property's sale price or rent. These funds are then used to increase the supply of social and affordable housing.   GBCA is proud to have a strong partnership with Homes for Homes, which is also supported by Green Star, with bonus Green Star points awarded as part of the Homes for Homes: Creating Social and Affordable Housing Leadership Challenge.   You can learn more about this tangible solution and register at homesforhomes.org.au 🏠 💚 #EveryHomeHelps #socialequality #sustainability

Thankyou Finding Nature for hosting GBCA CEO Davina Rooney and CIO Jorge Chapa last week to discuss their work in change-making and the evolution of the GBCA. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode here > https://lnkd.in/g5mJiESx

How do we tackle and overcome climate vulnerability now to minimise disruption in the future? Explore key issues, challenges, and opportunities at our resilience masterclass.   🗓️ Tuesday 15 October ⏰12:30 PM - 4:30 PM 📍 Virtual Event 🧷Register now > https://lnkd.in/g9YpQb2k   A resilient built environment is critical when disaster strikes and as businesses, people and communities get back on their feet afterwards.   As we continue to navigate the impacts of a changing climate, we will increasingly face acute shocks and chronic stresses. With no "quick fixes" the need for effective resilience and preparedness strategies are critical.    Discuss key themes with experts including:   Lauren Kajewski, Director Sustainability & Impact Investments, Landcom Matthew Riley, Director Climate and Atmospheric Science, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water Brett Ellis ESM, Managing Director, ResilientCo Zac Duryea, Senior ESD Engineer, LCI Consultants Judith Bruinsma, Project Coordinator, Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) Renae Walton, Principal Climate Adaptation Officer, City of Port Phillip Laura Gannon, Associate Director, Meridian Urban Adam Davis, Technical Director - Sustainability & Resilience, AECOM  Emily Chung, Green Star Program Lead, GBCA

It has been great to attend the Global Nature Positive Summit this week. Yesterday GBCA CEO, Davina Rooney, joined Prof Sarah Bekessy, Dr Matthew Bell, Paolo Bevilacqua and Abbie Galvin in a panel discussion on Biodiversity in the built environment.   It was an important event to reflect on progress that has been made, while discussing the work that urgently needs to be done.   Over the years, we've worked to stay aligned with the latest science and global trends, fostering the integration of nature into the built environment. Building on the release of our Building with Nature 2.0 paper in 2023, we're looking forward to releasing A Nature Roadmap for the Built Environment, early in 2025, following a comprehensive consultation period. Watch this space! 🌟 🌳 https://lnkd.in/gaukGAiT

What if addressing growing sustainability demands resulted in better operational efficiency and financial return? Green Star Performance v2 provides these results. In our new brochure for facility managers, we provide comparisons between an average performing building and 4-6 Star Green Star Performance project. The difference? The latter will: ⚡ Use 10-40% less energy 🌊 Use 10-75% less water ♻️ Produce less waste* PLUS any building that meets the Climate Positive Pathway automatically complies with the Climate Bonds Initiative, making attracting capital simpler than ever. Explore more by downloading our new toolkit for facility managers here > https://lnkd.in/gXsQzdgE Transitioning to Green Star Performance v2:  1. From mid-2024 when registrations opened, all projects are eligible to register  2. From 1 January 2025, new projects must register under v2  3. From 1 January 2026 all projects must submit under v2 *5-6 Star projects send less than 2kg/m2 of waste to landfill or incineration annually.

Property powerhouse Lendlease and social enterprise Two Good Co are proving the power of workplaces as a force for good 🫶 Since 2016, Lendlease has been using Two Good’s #SoapsForHope washroom products across their workplace portfolio, products that directly fund the Work Work employment program that provides life-changing employment opportunities for women rebuilding their lives after homelessness and domestic violence. Taking their partnership to the next level, Two Good has opened a coffee cart at Lendlease’s Victoria Cross development in North Sydney, home to the upcoming fully-electric commercial tower targeting a 6 Star Green Star Design & As Built rating. In our latest podcast, we hear from Jessie Lenson & Marianne Glinka from Lendlease & Suzie Barnett from Two Good Co in their discussion at Green Building Day Sydney where they shared insights on this exciting partnership at Victoria Cross and how its value transcends so much more than a café. Listen to the full podcast on our Spotify here > https://lnkd.in/gRxXCrdC