Is Carbon All There Is?
By Anelisa Keke, Sustainability Professional specialising in ESG, reward, governance, and law. Why climate risk management in the real estate sector extends beyond carbon “The built environment is responsible for 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions.” – International Energy Agency, 2018 As the effects of climate change intensify, many companies and investors in the property […]
Honouring the Underrated Heroes of Green Buildings: The Critical Role of Facility Managers
As we commemorate World Facilities Management Day on 14 May 2025, it’s essential to shine a spotlight on the often overlooked yet critically important role that Facilities Managers (FMs) play in the lifecycle of green buildings.
Seeing the Green Connections: Why Partnerships Within and Beyond a Green Certified Building Matter
Announcing the ESG Proptech Report – Building the Future 2024 By Lisa Reynolds, CEO of GBCSA In January this year, Guy Grainger, Head of Sustainability Services and ESG within Real Estate advisor JLL, predicted that 2024 would be a tipping point year for green property and construction. Specifically, according to Grainger, 2024 was the year […]
Call for more EDGE Auditors!
We are growing our network of accredited EDGE Auditors on the African continent Green building certification is a thriving industry. EDGE certifications are growing. Net Zero certifications are picking up pace and overall Green Star certifications are increasing. There is specifically a need for more EDGE Auditors within South Africa and across the continent. This […]
Our Sustainable Heritage – Looking Back to Move Forwards
By Abi Godsell and Georgie Chennells When we think of green buildings, do we envision sleek, modern skyscrapers adorned with greenery and cutting-edge materials, or do we envision more diverse forms of architecture? Green buildings have become almost synonymous with images of ultra-modern high-rises, garlanded with improbable greenery, and clad in advanced materials. Perhaps this […]
Plans for World Green Building Week 2024
World Green Building Week 9 – 13 Sept 2024 World Green Building Week (WGBW) is the world’s largest campaign to accelerate sustainable built environments across the globe. Organised by World Green Building Council (WorldGBC), it is led by our global network of over 75 Green Building Councils and their 46 000 members. Reduce. Decarbonise. Adapt. […]
We’ve Invited These 10 Women to the Table. Here’s Why…
Introducing the IFC Women in Green Building Competition Top 10 Finalists Every year on Women’s Day in South Africa, we celebrate the incredible contributions women make in various fields. But it’s easy to forget that the importance of this day runs much deeper than simple admiration for women’s accomplishments. The underlying reality is that […]
An African First in the Latest +Impact Magazine
The latest issue of + Impact is out! Here are the highlights. Read the full stories at this link. PEAK PERFORMANCEOld meets new at Peak Studios student accommodation in Observatory, Cape Town, in a space that now embodies resource efficiency and sustainability THE RISE OF THE SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBOURHOODBreaking ground in Africa, Newinbosch Neighbourhood Estate in […]
2023: A Year of Green Growth for GBCSA
GBCSA’s 2023 Integrated Annual Report released. 2023 marked a transformative year for GBCSA, shifting from survival mode to strong growth. Financial improvements enabled significant investments in growth-focused activities, such as expanding our team and renewing our advocacy efforts. Key initiatives included the ongoing development of our New Build Version 2 tool, and strengthening our relationship […]
New Report: Financing Transformation
Financing Transformation: A Guide to Green Building for Green Bonds and Green Loans The real estate sector is rapidly approaching a watershed moment, when building green will no longer be the signifier of market leaders, but simply how business is done in the built environment. A low-carbon transition plan is fast becoming a business essential. […]
2024 Certification Submission and Registration Timelines
A note for our project teams, property owners and developers who are working hard to transform our built environment with environmental sustainability as a priority. With the annual GBCSA Convention in a few months, and the end of the year in sight, it’s important that project teams involved in certifying projects with GBCSA are aware of […]
Global Green Building Alliance Set to Bridge ESG Gaps Between Finance and Real Estate Sectors
In a pioneering move, the world’s leading green building certification bodies – UK-based Building Research Establishment (BRE), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), and the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) – have formed an alliance to create global cohesion in green building standards. This landmark effort bridges the gap between green buildings and the […]
