Understanding LEED Essentials
Green Building certifications play a pivotal role in in driving sustainability initiatives within the built environment and demonstrating performance standards. They serve as a key reference for investors seeking to align their portfolios with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, as well as to unlock sustainable finance. Delivered in collaboration with the U.S. Green Building […]
SGBC Learning Journey to Volvo Construction Equipment: Together towards Zero Emissions
The construction industry plays a vital role in advancing sustainability in the built environment. Electric construction machinery, in particular, plays a central role in this transition, as it presents a significant opportunity to reduce emissions and support green objectives. With zero emissions and minimal noise, these machines are well-suited for urban environments, indoor use, and […]
Understanding Corporate Carbon Footprint for Climate-Related Disclosures
As carbon becomes a key global metric for sustainability, organisations are expected to actively mitigate emissions and communicate their efforts transparently. As part of SGBC’s Carbon Essentials Course Series, the second run of SGBC’s Corporate Carbon Footprint for Climate-Related Disclosyres course equipped participants with the foundational skills to compute and prepare carbon emissions data for […]
Accessing Green and Sustainable Finance with Green Building
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. On 22 July 2025, SGBC wrapped up its two-part series on sustainable finance, following the earlier session on Tapping into Green and Sustainable Finance for […]
Go Green SG – Intelligent Water Solutions for Sustainability
Water is an essential global resource that requires smart management for a sustainable future. Modern water solutions can help optimise usage while achieving measurable improvements in both water conservation and energy efficiency. On 5 June 2025, more than 40 participants went on a Learning Journey to the premises of SGBC Established Member GRUNDFOS organised as […]
Applied Learning Workshop @ Temasek Polytechnic for Green Mark Associate Certification Course – 9th Intake
The in-person Applied Learning Workshop for the 9th Intake of the SGBC Green Mark Associate (GMA) Certification Course was held on 30 May 2025, supported by SGBC Member Temasek Polytechnic as the Delivery Partner. Nearly 40 GMAs-to-be refreshed key green building concepts with lead trainer Ms Joy Gai, a GMAAP, who weaved in anecdotes from […]
Go Green SG – Building a Green & Healthy Workplace
Do you know what makes an office green and healthy? Nearly 30 attendees found out how through a Learning Journey to the premises of SGBC Founding Member C&W Services Singapore, organised as part of the national Go Green SG 2025 campaign. During the session, attendees learned how C&W Services has distilled its workplace ethos to […]
Forging Synergistic Partnerships for Enhanced Energy Performance
How can synergistic partnerships push the envelope for enhanced building performance? This was the theme explored during the SGBC Seminar held on 23 May 2025, supported by SGBC Member ACwise. The event brought together industry experts and technology leaders to show how collaboration and innovation can boost building energy performance as well as deliver real […]
Understanding Life Cycle Assessment for Building Projects
As carbon emissions increasingly become a critical metric in shaping sustainable buildings, life cycle assessment (LCA) is emerging as an essential tool for built environment professionals. On 22 May 2025, SGBC held a run of its ongoing course on LCA for Building Projects, part of the SGBC Carbon Essentials Course Series. The day-long session equipped […]
Unlocking the Value of Green & Sustainable Finance
Green and sustainable finance is not just about funding: it is about shaping a resilient, equitable future. For businesses, investors and policymakers, understanding its principles and mechanisms is key to driving real change. On 16 May 2025, SGBC held the first run of its Green and Sustainable Finance Course for the year, themed Tapping on […]