Green Star V2 for New Buildings: an evolution of Green Star that will transform tomorrow
The Green Star V2 green building certification tool for new buildings was recently launched, marked by community events and pilot projects In December 2024 GBCSA celebrated the pilot launch of the new Green Star Version 2 for New Buildings and Major Refurbishments. . Green Star New Build Version 2, called Green Star V2 for short, […]
CNN Feature: South Africa’s push towards sustainable building
GBCSA & local Green Star buildings featured on CNN recently, in a report exploring green building gaining momentum in Africa. GBCSA was recently featured in a CNN report about green building gaining momentum in Africa. “It’s estimated that 80% of the buildings needed in Africa have yet to be built. In South Africa, a movement […]
GBCSA’s 1000th Certification Signals Exponential Growth for SA’s Green Buildings Sector
Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) recently signed-off on its 1000th green building certification since the organisation’s inception in 2007. The 1000th certification, awarded to the Visual Arts Building at Stellenbosch University,
RFP: Customisation of Green Star EBP rating tool for Industrial buildings
The Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) is pleased to issue a request for proposals from eligible service providers for the customisation of the Green Star Existing Building Performance (EBP) rating tool for industrial buildings.
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.
Certified green offices hold value in tough rental market
The latest MSCI South Africa Green Annual Property Index provides the hard data reinforcing the benefits of certification for green buildings.
Why South Africans should get a certified green rating for their home
The ‘Green Home Rating System for existing buildings’ will look to shift South Africa’s homes to align with the UN SDG’s and the South African National Development Plan (NDP), by creating a common language on sustainability in homes.
