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Leading the transformation of the South African property industry to environmental sustainability.
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Green Building Council South Africa
The need for collaboration and inclusivity – key takeaways from the 16th Green Building Convention 2023
6th December 2023
Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) held the 16th Green Building Convention in Cape Town recently, including the GBCSA Leadership Awards, celebrating remarkable achievements in the green building sector.
AP story
AP Spotlight: Nontombi Dubazana
6th December 2023
Nontombi Dubazana is an Environmental Sustainability Specialist at Dube Tradeport and a Green Star Accredited Professional for the Existing Building Performance tool.
Academy
Green Building Council South Africa
New GBCSA Academy Course Set to Revolutionise Approach to Building Design in SA
6th December 2023
The GBCSA Academy is making waves once again by introducing an exciting new online short course that promises to revolutionise the way we think about and approach building design in the South African context.
Opinion Piece
Green beyond Buildings: Transforming Tomorrow’s ‘People’ Category By Michelle Ludwig, Director, Ludwig Design Consulting
27th November 2023
The launch of a revised version of the Green Star rating system by the Green Building Council of South Africa is a major step in the right direction for increasing inclusive aspects of sustainability in the building and construction sectors.
Where we operate
Residential Sector
Our work in the residential sector includes the development of rating tools that allow us to build and occupy better homes.
We additionally offer training in this sector.
Commercial Sector
All our rating tools can be used throughout the building industry, we have over 8 tools that you can tools you can choose from depending on your building type.
We also offer green building training for our rating tools as well as broader green building topics.
Public Sector
Our work in the public sector focuses on advocating with local and national government for better building standards, in turn creating better cities for you and me
Our education offerings are also of value to the public sector.
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How we operate
Passion for a higher cause
This drives us to work with dedication, focus and commitment to the cause. We keep our eyes on the big picture and know that what we do now matters.
Thought Leadership
Our pioneering origins keep us from complacency. We strive to be courageous and proactive green building thought-leaders as we mentor our brand ‘citizens’ and make space for cutting-edge thinking.
Collaboration & warmth
Founded in a deep understanding that together we can achieve more, we stay flexible, open and responsive. Everyone who connects with us feels welcome, and we celebrate the positive impact that those in our community have on the world.
Our Certified Buildings
Case Studies
Browse all our certified and registered buildings and homes
View single-page summaries of all certified projects and learn how teams are affecting sustainable change in the built environment. This database of all our certified projects gives clients and project teams insight into our rated projects. Case study information includes applicable Green Star Rating, sustainable building features, project team and how points were allocated.
Our Planet Shapers
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Rating Tools Customisation for Government
It is with great excitement that these two (2) separate REQUEST FOR QUOTES are posted on our website : New Building and Existing Building Performance.
Member Directory
Find a GBCSA member service or product for your next project
When an organisation or corporate company becomes a GBCSA member, it reflects their commitment to sustainability and participating in transforming the South African built environment. By making use of our members’ services and products, you too will become part of our network of industry leaders and pioneers, collectively championing the green building cause and accelerating the development and adoption of best practices.
Our Campaigns & Initiatives
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Accredited Professional Directory
Find the best suited Accredited Professional for your project
An Accredited Professional is equipped with the knowledge and expertise to become a confident leader in guiding projects through Green Star certification. An Accredited Professional improves project owner and teams’ understanding of green design principles, the Green Star or Net Zero Certification Systems and to facilitate certification. Accredited Professionals may offer advice to clients on green design and assistance with preparation of a client’s submission for certification.
Our Events
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Green Building Council to reduce physical footprint
Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) will be reducing their physical office footprint from two regional offices into one, resulting in GBCSA operations being located in Cape Town.
