Green Building Council of Australia

We love books, so finding spaces that are sustainable and comfortable to learn or read in is imperative. Enter TL Robertson Library, a world leading example of a 6 Star Green Star library located in sunny Western Australia. Located on Curtin University campus, this iconic brutalist structure was refurbished with sustainability at the forefront, and welcomes 2 million students and visitors every year. This is what the team had to say ☀️ “Sustainability is integral to our vision for the future, and it permeates all aspects of university life—from our curriculum to our campus planning and operations. The Green Star certification provided a sound framework to ensure that our refurbishment project would meet world-class sustainability standards.” #sustainability #greenbuilding #westernaustralia

The countdown is on! TRANSFORM 2025 is THE event to be at next week 📢   Join us March 19-20 at Hilton Sydney (or online) for two days of innovation, networking, and game-changing insights.   Don’t have a ticket? It's not too late.   🔗Secure your spot > https://lnkd.in/gh-83t8m

As demand for data centres surge, so do sustainability challenges -especially in meeting energy needs. Join us on 8 May as expert speakers explore how ESG is shaping the sector and what it means for the wider industry.   Learn about: ✅ Energy-efficient design & renewable energy procurement 💧 Water management & embodied carbon reduction 📊 Performance tracking & biodiversity impact   Hear from: 🔹 Matthew Madden, CBRE 🔹David Collins, Cundall 🔹 Josh Maitland, Ethos Urban 🎤 Hosted by Jamie Wallis, GBCA   Secure your spot today > https://lnkd.in/dYDZXS3d

Over the weekend, we marked International Women’s Day—an opportunity to celebrate how far we’ve come while recognising how much further we need to go to achieve true equality. At GBCA, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible women in our organisation, the built environment and sustainability industry, and those who paved the way for all of us today. The theme for 2025, ‘Accelerate Action’, couldn’t be more fitting. The women working in and around GBCA are driving real change—because progress, whether in the fight for gender equality or climate action, is only possible with their leadership. One of those leaders is Harriet Smith, Program Lead for Responsible Products. A passionate advocate for the circular economy, Harriet is working to transform the way we think about materials in the built environment. We sat down with her to give you an insight into the innovative thinking behind some exciting projects coming out soon.

The future is built on the progress we make today 🌱   Jorge Chapa, our Chief Impact Officer, reflects on his sustainability journey and the hope he has for what’s ahead:   "Looking back at the progress we've made over the past 20 years gives me great hope for what we can achieve in the next 20."   Change is critical and momentum is building. TRANSFORM creates the space for industries to come together, collaborate, and unpack the solutions that will create meaningful change at scale.   Join Jorge Chapa and other changemakers at TRANSFORM > https://lnkd.in/gh-83t8m

We've done the research and the long-term savings are true... a Green Star apartment is a smart investment✅ Our latest report 'Rise & thrive' consolidates existing evidence and introduces new data to expand the knowledge base and business case for sustainable apartments. Swipe through for a snapshot, or follow this link to read the full report > https://lnkd.in/gytPY9sk This report wouldn't have been possible without our friends Gateway Bank. Quote by Mike Stasiuk, MAB Corporation

So what is the Green Star Buildings - Apartments Pathway? You may have read one of our recent posts, seen our Channel 10 snippet or attended our industry launch last week but are still needing some more information... Rest assured, we're always here to help. Below is a personal invitation from Ella Mudie our Market Engagement Lead to our upcoming introductory webinar about the pathway next Thursday 13 March which you can register for here > https://lnkd.in/dn8Z28tG Our speakers will include Anna Davis & Nick Alsop, GBCA; Marc Gillespie, Cbus Property; Damon Cuming, Homes Victoria and Shalom Choong, Sentinel Australia. We hope to see you there!

From smart cities to AI-powered automation, our built environments are evolving rapidly. But without ethical foresight, we risk creating spaces that limit rather than empower. At our upcoming Innovation Forum, industry leaders like Mathew Mytka will explore how to design smarter, more inclusive, and ethically driven places. Be part of the conversation. Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/g6dGfckZ 18 March 2025 | Hilton Sydney

The wait is over… Green Star Communities v2 has been launched, setting a new standard for creating great places to live, work, and play. Hear below from Nick Alsop, GBCA’s Senior Manager for Buildings, Precincts and Homes about the key things you need to know about the update. For more information, come along to our introductory webinar next week on Wednesday 12 March > https://lnkd.in/gx7xwwq6 We can’t wait to see how this new tool can be applied to precincts of all typologies.

We’re proud to announce the partners making TRANSFORM 2025 possible! Their commitment to sustainability in the built environment is driving real impact—and this event will be no exception.   Be there to witness it. Join us at TRANSFORM > https://lnkd.in/ggM5j99d   📅 19-20 March 2025 | Sydney Hilton & Online   CFP Green Buildings, Landcom, Interface, Holcim, BlueScope, JLL, Jsteel, Siniat, Shaw Contract, Bondor Insulated Panels, InfraBuild, Prospecta Utilities, CETEC, Avani Solutions, Brickworks Building Products, , BraveGen, Scaler, Clean Energy Finance Corporation, First Nations Carbon, CBRE, Mapei, Deepki, Inside Construction AU, Architecture & Design, Posh services, GreenPower