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Resources

GBCSA Resources include searchable directories of:

  • Accredited Professionals, who have undergone training to become accredited and provide green building services at all levels;
  • GBCSA Members, who support the greening of the South African built environment in their sector;
  • Case studies, in the form of single-page summaries of all certified projects and learn how teams are affecting sustainabl in the built environment.
  • Content which provide relevant, up to date and useful documents, white papers, technical manuals and more that serve as reference material for the green building industry.

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.

Become an AP

Gear Up Your Rating

Gear Up Your Rating

To recognise the maturing of the green building sector in South Africa, Green Building Council South Africa has introduced tiers to the AP ratings given to professionals who are accredited with the GBCSA to work on Green Star or Net Zero projects.

Membership 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.

Become a Member

Sharpen Your Green Edge

Sharpen Your Green Edge

2020 will again see an increase in green practices in the sector, and this growth will ripple the breadth of the value chain. And connecting the dots within this value chain is where many of the tangible benefits of a GBCSA membership are felt.

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.

View a Map of Our Case Studies

Reward your team with training

Reward your team with training

Recognise your organisation’s team members this year by investing into them and provide the opportunity to become a GBCSA Accredited Professional.

Content Centre

Connecting you to more

Browse the GBCSA Content Centre for relevant, up to date and useful documents, white papers, technical manuals and more that serve as reference material for the green building industry. Please note that the GBCSA does not endorse any views or products promoted in any of the listed websites or documents unless otherwise specified.

The Rands And Sense of Green Building

World Green Building Council Digital Library

World Green Building Council Digital Library

WGBC launches a new case study library showcasing excellence in sustainable development globally, featuring buildings that are net zero carbon and/or enhance human health.

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