Why Building Certification Tools are an Executive Strategy Imperative
By Zola Tau, GBCSA Key Account Specialist The battle against climate change has resulted in a socio-economic awakening. Carbon reduction and green development principles are no longer confined to the domain of sustainability officers. The impacts of climate change are tangible. It is no longer sufficient for sustainability initiatives to be isolated within specialised departments; […]
The 2024 IFC Women in Green Building Competition
GBCSA is delighted to partner with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for the third year of the IFC Women in Green Building Competition. The competition aims to empower and upskill women professionals in the property and construction sectors. It runs from June to October 2024. Empowering Women in Green Building The competition offers participants the […]
What you’ll find in the latest + Impact Magazine
The latest issue of + Impact is out! Here are some of the highlights (and pages) of Issue 28: 14 WASTE NOT, WANT NOT: Ever committed to its sustainability targets, real estate investment trust Liberty Two Degrees has achieved Level 2 Net Zero Waste status at four of its major shopping malls 22 DOUBLE […]
Responsible Event Management: GBCSA’s Approach
By Anja Thompson, GBCSA Events Project Manager For over 15 years, GBCSA has been passionate about creating opportunities for our green building community to connect, catch-up and contribute to the ongoing industry conversations through our knowledge-sharing and networking events. I fondly recall the introduction of our first Planet Shapers Event back in 2016, when we […]
Advancing Sustainability: South African Property Sector Marks Net Zero Carbon Milestone
Redefine Properties has successfully achieved a Net Zero Carbon Level 2 Measured certification by the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) for three of their existing properties in Gauteng:
A matter of HEALTH in Green Buildings by Annelide Sherratt, Head of Department: Green Building Certifications, Solid Green
The Healthy Category of the V2 Tool emphasises the important role the built environment can and should play in improving the wellness of occupants.
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.
The Rands and Sense of Green Building
In his book ‘Greening our Built World: Costs, Benefits and Strategies’, Greg Kats studies the green capital premiums of 180 green buildings. Although the public perception is that there is an additional 17% capital cost to build green, the average capital premium for these buildings is just 1.5%,
GBCSA and YIPA sign MOU to boost sustainability among young property professionals
In celebration of Youth month in South Africa, the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) and the Youth In Property Association (YIPA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
Green certified offices more defensive in pandemic property market
MSCI South Africa Green Annual Property Index celebrates five years, highlighting impressive cumulative results.
GBCSA welcomes eThekwini’s progress on rebates for Green Buildings
In its 2021/2022 Draft Rebates Policy, the eThekwini Municipality has included a section which would incentivise green buildings. The Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) is very encouraged to see the work being done at the eThekwini Municipality on green buildings.
Guide to developing net zero carbon buildings in SA launched
GETTING TO ZERO: A guide to developing net zero carbon buildings in South Africa gives a thorough overview on net zero carbon buildings in South Africa.