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Existing Building Performance (EBP) - Live Webinar

About the Webinar


*GBCSA has introduced Live Webinars to replace the Face to Face Workshops in order to accommodate for the new social distancing regulations. 

This webinar is ideal for those involved in the ongoing operation of existing buildings but new to sustainability or who want to gain an understanding of the business benefits derived from using the Green Star rating tools.

It shares the environmental impact areas associated with the operation of the built environment through the structure and ordered categories of the Green Star tools. This is invaluable for both those seeking certification and for those just wishing to understand how negative impact can be radically reduced through considered policies, good management and team collaboration.

This course is part of our accreditation pathways. 

Who Should Attend

This webinar is accessible as a stand alone offering or part of the EBP Accredited Professional program. It is appropriate for any built environment professional or property related person who is seeking a high level understanding of our existing building performance tool.

Webinar Format

This webinar forms a key part of the 3 part Green Star AP programme for Existing Buildings. After attending, participants can elect to continue on to the corresponding online AP course and then complete the online exam in order to obtain an AP- Existing Buildings accreditation.

Hosted by the Green Building Council South Africa and a qualified faculty member who holds the expertise of applying these rating tools to the certification of a building, this session includes an introduction to the Green Building Council, outlines what we do and then dives into the rating tools, the categories and credits. We work through case studies and examples that offer participants a deeper understanding of the application of this tool.  

Webinar Outline

Session 1: The Value of Green Building 

  • Introduction to Green Building 
  • Introduction to GBCSA 
  • Environmental Impacts of the Built Environment 
  • What is a Green Built Environment 
  • Benefits to People and Planet 
  • Business Case and Trends Report 

Session 2: Operational Performance of Existing Building 

  • Certification and its Benefits 
  • Rating Tools in SA (Green Star (all), Net Zero, EWP, EDGE)    
  • Green Star Existing Building Performance 
  • Aims and Tool Structure  
  • Categories and Credits 
  • Case Study 1:
  • Case Study 2:
  • Case Study 3:
  • Useful Resources 
  • Group Scenarios Exercise

CPD Accreditaion Info

SACAP Members

CPD SAIA 19-10/1

Workshop – 1.5 Points

Online Course – 1.5 Points

Online Exam – 0.5 Points


SAFMA Members

Workshop – 1.5 Points

Online Course – 1.5 Points

Online Exam – 1.5 Points


ECSA Members

CESA-1151-08/2020

Full Program 1 point

Upcoming Webinar Dates & Prices

Booking Process – Online webinar (stand alone)

When booking this webinar you will need to

  • Select the live webinar date that suits you
  • This item will be added to your cart. 
  • If you are booking for more than 1 attendee you will need to have their contact email at hand. 
  • You will be prompted to login to the GBCSA Dashboard on checkout and you will need to create a profile if you do not have one already.
  • Confirmation will be sent to your email address

You can choose to pay now or do an EFT later. Once payment has been made each attendee will be notified of login details via email. 

Access to the live webinar will be emailed to you directly

*All fees are valid for 2021 and will automatically increase on 1 January 2022.


Please Note: The GBCSA reserves the right to cancel or postpone an event at their own discretion up to 7 days prior to the event and the GBCSA will not be held liable for any related expenses incurred by registrants for things such as flights, accommodation, meals and transportation. For further details on our terms and conditions, please click here.

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