Champions of Sustainability recognised with GBCSA Leadership Awards 2024
Demand for Green Building certification continues The 2024 Green Building Leadership Awards were presented to a deserving group of winnersthis evening at a Gala Dinner at the Green Building Council South Africa’s (GBCSA) 17th Green Building Convention held at Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town. The event has gathered the top role players in […]
The need for collaboration and inclusivity – key takeaways from the 16th Green Building Convention 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.
New GBCSA Academy Course Set to Revolutionise Approach to Building Design in SA
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.
Welcoming André Theys, new Chair of the GBCSA Board
A big round of applause and congratulations to André Theys on his well-deserved appointment as the new Chair of the GBCSA Board! Following the AGM at the end of July, André has taken the helm, bringing his expertise and passion to this prestigious role.
2022 Integrated Annual Report released
Our latest annual report contains a brief overview of all our activities and achievements for 2022, as well as financial statements and governance details.
Aspiring proptech innovators now eligible for Greenovate Awards
The Greenovate Awards are back and better than ever this year, with an exciting addition to the line-up – a brand new proptech category.
Introduction to Transforming Tomorrow: New Build v2 – in conversation with GBCSA’s CEO, Lisa Reynolds and Head of Technical, Georgina Smit
GBCSA’s Lisa Reynolds and Georgina Smit share with us their thoughts on the Transforming Tomorrow New Build v2 tool, its significance, an overview of the process so far and when it will launch.
Member Expert Thoughts: Why good ESG practice pays – GBCSA’S new Green Star rating tool to be the differentiator – By Steve Brookes, CEO of Balwin Properties
The groundswell of sustainable development is rapidly gaining pace with providers of capital and regulators increasingly emphasising the transition from carbon intensive resources.
Member Expert Thoughts: 15 years is a significant milestone, but much still needs to be done to combat climate change
”15 years is a wonderful milestone!” ”When I look back to our first meetings, our first Green Star course and our first Convention, GBCSA has come a long way, and it’s wonderful to see it stronger than ever.”- Bruce Kerswill, GBCSA Founding Chair
Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) celebrates 15 years of driving sustainability in the built environment
‘Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) is not an organisation, but a movement.’ So says Dorah Modise, former GBCSA CEO, reflecting on its milestone 15th anniversary.