Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA)

🚨 Limited spots available! Don't miss out on our Net Zero Waste Workshop happening this Wednesday, 30 October. ♻️ This is a fantastic opportunity to get an insight into what it takes to achieve Net Zero Waste (and yes, it is possible!). Just some of what you'll learn in this 3-hour interactive session: - Pathways to achieving Net Zero - Effective strategies for Net Zero Waste - Implementing a circular economy approach in waste management Presented by Linus Naik, Managing Director, Green Gap Consulting and a seasoned waste expert. Linus has been leading waste-related sustainability initiatives for many years, and is passionate about waste minimisation, education and environmental conservation. If you're a professional in the green building and property sector looking for practical strategies to help your business or property achieve Net Zero Waste, this is for you. 📅 Date: Wednesday, 30 October ⏰ Duration: 3 hours 👉 Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/dFRuPtf8 #NetZero #NetPositive #GBCSANetZero #NetZeroWaste #GreenBuilding #CarbonNeutral #GBCSAAcademy #ClimateAction

🌆 How can the #builtenvironment community build a resilient and zero carbon future in the Middle East and Africa? We’re hosting an interactive session, alongside Egypt Green Building Council (Egypt GBC), to coincide with the World Urban Forum 12 Egypt #WUF12, which explores how we can lead the transformation to a more #sustainable future. 🗓️ 5 November ⏰ 16:00–21:00 EET 📍Cairo, Egypt 🎟️ Register today: https://bit.ly/48rASda The event will bring together sustainable specialists and built environment leaders from across MENA and Africa. Through expert panels, the discussions will cover essential elements to accelerate the transition including finance, data, mindset and technical solutions. Participants can learn about the Zero Carbon and Climate Resilience Readiness Framework in our Middle East and North Africa region (MENA), and how the Africa Manifesto for Sustainable Cities and the Built Environment is progressing systemic change. Please join us and Green Building Councils from across our MENA and Africa Regional Networks, so that, together, we can continue #BuildingTheTransition towards a sustainable and inclusive future. #BuildingToCOP #BuildingToCOP29 #AfricaWeWant

𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗨𝗽 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝘁 #𝗚𝗕𝗖𝗦𝗔𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! Join us for the 17th Green Building Convention (5 - 7 November, Cape Town) and explore our Technical Track, designed for Accredited Professionals (APs) in the built environment. 🔹 Discover the critical role APs play in project success, going far beyond ROI. 🔹 Get hands-on with Green Star New Build V2 updates through an AP-led workshop packed with real-world insights. 🔹 Master the Positive Category for exceptional sustainability outcomes, minimising water use, energy consumption, and embodied carbon. Don’t miss out—registration closes on 30 October 2024. Join 800+ professionals and elevate your expertise at Africa’s premier green building event! www. gbcsaconvention.org.za #GreenBuilding #netzero #TransformingTomorrow #africa #southafrica #builtenvironment --- The Green Building Convention is sponsored by Similan Group, Raubex Building (Pty) Ltd, Century City Conference Centre and Rand Water.

Transform your investment strategy on the Investment Track at #GBCSA2024! From ESG criteria to green building value, discover how sustainability is reshaping the future of real estate investment on the Investment Track, sponsored by Nedbank. Join us for sessions that will help you: Get the most of your ESG strategy in driving investment decisions 📈 Maximise returns with sustainable finance 💰 Explore green-rated building premiums 🏢 Understand the real cost of carbon ♻️ Join us 5 - 7 November at Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town. Registration closes on 30 October. www.gbcsaconvention.org.za #GreenBuilding #SustainableFinance #InvestmentTrack #NetZero #ESG #SouthAfrica #GBCSA

The countdown to the 17th Green Building Convention is on and there is only ONE WEEK left to register! Join us from 5-7 November in Cape Town for Africa’s leading event on sustainable building. Learn from world-class experts, explore cutting-edge innovations, and connect with over 800 professionals. Time is running out—register now to secure your spot! Check out the full programme and register here: www.gbcsaconvention.org.za #GreenBuilding #NetZero #ClimatePositive #Sustainability #SouthAfrica #Africa --- The Green Building Convention is sponsored by Similan Group, Raubex Building (Pty) Ltd, Century City Conference Centre and Rand Water.

Fast-paced, dynamic, and packed with insight, the Zero+ Stage at #GBCSA2024 is where entrepreneurs, young innovators, and industry leaders are sharing groundbreaking ideas, projects, and real-world case studies that are pushing the built environment towards a net-zero and net-positive future. Sponsored by Growthpoint Properties, this exclusive stage at the Green Building Convention, taking place 5-7 November 2024 at Century City Conference Centre, Cape Town, is your opportunity to immerse yourself in cutting-edge innovations. Explore carbon certification, South Africa’s first net-positive ecology project, upcycled designs, carbon-negative construction with hempcrete, carbon credits, smart load management solutions, and much more on the Zero+ Stage. Check out the programme to see what's on: https://lnkd.in/dCfC2gZB But hurry! Registration is closing on 30 October 2024. Don't miss your chance to network with over 800 built environment professionals and zero in on the trends and innovations shaping our built environment. Register now! www.gbcsaconvention.org.za #greenbuilding #netzero #southafrica #africa

In the light of our recently published article about the need for more EDGE Auditors across the continent, GBCSA Academy is hosting EDGE Auditor Training on Thursday 24th October. Find out all you need to know at the links below. Book at https://lnkd.in/dAzgaZ-2  All about GBCSA EDGE training (PDF reference):  https://lnkd.in/dkeNZpmq Find the article mentioned above at: https://lnkd.in/d4xRhT8v  #greenbuilding #GBCSAacademy #EDGEbuildings #energyperformance #GreenSkills #GreenEconomy EDGE Buildings

We're thrilled to reveal our mystery speaker for the 17th Green Building Convention: former Eskom CEO, André de Ruyter. With the world moving towards cleaner energy, the idea of a “just transition” is at the forefront—especially in South Africa, where balancing economic realities with carbon reduction is a complex challenge. André de Ruyter will share his deep insights on this critical topic. Now a Senior Visiting Fellow at Yale University, de Ruyter brings hands-on experience and a global perspective to one of our time’s most pressing issues. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from an industry thought leader! Registration closes on 30 October—join us at the Green Building Convention to shape a more sustainable future and network with 800+ professionals. www.gbcsaconvention.org.za. #GBCSA2024 #GreenBuilding #JustTransition #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #SouthAfrica #Africa

🌱 A new course offering from GBCSA We are excited to announce the Designing for Greater Efficiency (DfGE) course, which focuses on green buildings and is designed to improve climate literacy for senior students and industry professionals. The course is developed by the IFC - International Finance Corporation, a member of The World Bank, and facilitated by GBCSA. Find out more about the course modules and key details at https://lnkd.in/degnCivV #GBCSAacademy #EDGEbuildings #greenbuildings #GreenSkills #GreenEconomy

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