Green Building Council of Australia

Welcome to the Green Building Council of Australia

Launched in 2002, the GBCA is a national, not-for-profit organisation that is committed to developing a sustainable property industry for Australia by encouraging the adoption of green building practices. It is uniquely supported by both industry and governments across the country.

Mission The Green Building Council's mission is to develop a sustainable property industry for Australia and drive the adoption of green building practices through market-based solutions.

Objectives Its key objectives are to drive the transition of the Australian property industry towards sustainability by promoting green building programs, technologies, design practices and operations as well as the integration of green building initiatives into mainstream design, construction and operation of buildings.

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News

Will the Gold Coast Commonweath Games deliver a lasting legacy?

Thu 16 May 2013 GBCA media releases | The Queensland Government must look to some of the high benchmarks set by the Sydney and London Olympics to deliver a lasting legacy.

There's a tiny little light at the end of the tunnel for Australia's urban infrastructure

Wed 15 May 2013 GBCA media releases | While the GBCA is pleased to see $24 billion allocated in the 2013 for urban infrastructure projects, it's only the start.

Creating sustainable food for the soul

Wed 15 May 2013 GBCA news | Public buildings have a unique and important role to play in educating the community about sustainability.

Green Star rating tool for public buildings helps keep budgets in the black

Tue 14 May 2013 GBCA media releases | After a two-year pilot period and extensive industry consultation, the GBCA has released the Green Star – Public Building v1 rating tool.