A Masterclass in Accessing Green and Sustainable Finance with Green Building Certifications
The proliferation of various sustainable finance taxonomies and green building certifications have resulted in a diverse set of mechanisms to define green buildings for the purposes of accessing sustainable finance. Under the guidance of instructor Kelvin Teo, an Adjunct Lecturer (Sustainable Finance) with SMU, today’s SGBC Masterclass: Accessing Green and Sustainable Finance with Green Building […]
The GEAR: Showcasing Sustainable Innovation in Practice
Green buildings are more than just structures; they are living systems designed to optimise energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and environmental sustainability. Last friday, SGBC organised another edition of its Learning Journey to The GEAR, Kajima’s first overseas R&D facility, made possible by SGBC Founding Members Kajima Development Pte Ltd and Singapore Polytechnic (SP). Using The […]
Getting Hands On with the BECC
The year’s first run of the SGBC Industry Course: Hands-On Training with the Building Embodied Carbon Calculator was held on 12 March 2026 at the Singapore Sustainability Academy Annex (SSAA) to a full class of nearly 30 industry professionals. During this practical workshop, attendees explored how to:– Use BECC to quantify embodied carbon across key […]
Exploring the Future of Portable Power
What happens when you put a diesel generator and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) side by side under the same load? You hear – and see – the future of portable power. At this afternoon’s SGBC Learning Journey hosted by SGBC Member Infinity Cube Pte Ltd, more than 30 participants experienced exactly that. The […]
Connecting Ultra-Efficient Lighting to Maximise Energy Savings
Lighting plays a pivotal role in creating environmentally responsible spaces and contributing to a greener, more sustainable future. This afternoon, SGBC brought another group of 30 Green Mark Professionals (GMPs) and SGBC Member representatives on another edition of the SGBC Learning Journey supported by SGBC Member Signify to learn about ultra-efficient lighting to maximise energy […]
Understanding Climate-Related Disclosures for Corporate Carbon Footprint
The first run of the SGBC Industry Course on Corporate Carbon Footprint for Climate‑Related Disclosures was held on 3 March 2026 at the Singapore Sustainability Academy (SSA). SGBC Member Sustinere Pte. Ltd., represented by lead trainer Ms Grace Cheah, guided nearly 30 attendees on the importance of environmental disclosures in this day and age. Over […]
Galloping with the Year of the Horse
On the 8th day of the new lunar year, SGBC celebrated the Year of the Horse with our annual SGBC Prosperity Toss gathering, bringing the SGBC community together for an afternoon of joy and festivity. In his welcome address, SGBC President Mr. Allen Ang reflected that greening Singapore’s built environment is not a sprint but […]
Thank you for your support in 2025
As 2025 draws to a close, we take some time to reflect on a pivotal year for sustainable building in Singapore. This year was not just about construction; it was about connection, collaboration, and change. While no single project, event or initiative wholly defined the year, 2025 was a symphony of progress: each initiative pushing […]
Christmas at the South Pole (Almost)
What better way to cap off 2025 than with cute penguins as party companions? On the evening of 4 December 2025, over 150 representatives of SGBC Members gathered at the Penguin Cove in Bird Paradise @ Mandai Wildlife Reserve for the annual SGBC Christmas celebration. Against the delightful backdrop of diving penguins, attendees shared laughter, […]
Building a Sustainable & Resilient Singapore
The annual BRI-SGBC Seminar, co-organised by the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) and the HDB Building & Research Institute (BRI), successfully convened industry professionals to explore how research, design innovation, and construction technology are shaping a greener built environment. The session provided actionable insights and real-world solutions for enhancing climate resilience and advancing decarbonisation. Key […]