Introduction to Green Buildings and Sustainable Design

There has never been a better time to be creating green buildings. Green buildings are shown to benefit both the environment and the people who inhabit them. These structures prioritise energy efficiency, resource conservation, and the use of eco-friendly and sustainable materials. They can come in many shapes and sizes, from large scale commercial buildings, shopping centres and warehouses, to small individual homes.

But what is a green building exactly, and how we evaluate, prepare, and apply green building design strategies, techniques, and methods in our work in the building industry?

This course has been developed for professionals across the built environment, to enable a critical understanding of what makes a building green, and how to apply this from design strategies to practical techniques and methods.

A critical introduction to green buildings in the South African context

• Learn about green building design strategies, techniques, and methods
• Explore issues related to the built environment and sustainability
• Develop practical skills to address issues in the design and making of buildings

Upon completion of the course, learners will:

• Understand the concept of green buildings, and their role in reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability.
• Be equipped with a basic ability to evaluate, prepare, and apply green building design strategies, techniques, and methods.
• Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills related to the built environment and its relationship to climate change in South Africa.
• Feel confident in engaging with others, and contributing to green building projects.

Course Meduim

The course is delivered on the GBCSA eLearning platform and consists of 7 modules.

Extra reading resources are uploaded in the library folder to enrich your understanding.

For other enquiries and full course Brochure please contact- Gretchen Williams +27 (0)21 486 7917 / [email protected]