Home to over 50% of the world’s population and nearly 40% of global GDP, the Asia-Pacific region serves as a powerful engine for transforming the global built environment. Its massive urban scale, rapid adoption of green building standards, leadership in renewable energy, and vibrant green tech innovations position it at the forefront of sustainable urban development.

This December, the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) is organising a series of high‑profile regional activities in Hong Kong. A distinguished group of over 100 leaders from more than 10 countries in the Asia-Pacific region will convene to advance the regional green building movement, and compete for the 2026 WorldGBC Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards

Energy efficiency does not always require major upgrades or significant capital investment. For commercial and industrial facilities, understanding energy consumption, identifying priority areas and implementing practical solutions can help deliver measurable improvements in energy performance.

This SGBC Learning Journey, powered by SGBC Member Vector Green, will provide practical insights into energy monitoring, management and optimisation in existing facilities, supported by technical sharing, live demonstrations and real-world applications. Participants will explore solutions including smart lighting, air-conditioning optimisation and applications in real-world energy projects. The session will also cover advanced robotic technologies for the maintenance and performance enhancement of existing solar assets, including panel regeneration, inspection and recycling.

Through these practical approaches, building owners and operators will learn how to improve energy performance, enhance operational efficiency and maximise the value of existing infrastructure across office spaces and solar assets.

Join CBRE Paia, Grobrix, and the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) for an eye-opening exploration of how modern architecture shapes our daily wellbeing.

Going beyond traditional sustainability benchmarks, this SGBC Lunch and Learn session examines the environments where we live and work—revealing how buildings directly impact the air we breathe. The session will tackle indoor air quality challenges amid Singapore’s recurring haze episodes, as well as the potential of biophilic design to create healthier and more restorative spaces.

Discover how Grobrix transforms passive biophilia into an active, interactive experience through modular indoor farming. The session will conclude with a hands-on, 30-minute workshop led by Grobrix’s in-house nutritionist, exploring the science and health benefits of fresh, locally grown leafy greens, followed by lunch and informal networking.

Cork offers a natural insulation solution characterised by low thermal conductivity and strong thermal inertia. When integrated into architectural design, cork-based systems can effectively reduce heat gain and enhance insulation performance in both hot and cold environments.

These systems address key building challenges by:

• Reducing the urban heat island effect
• Lowering cooling loads and improving energy performance
• Enhancing thermal comfort for occupants
• Mitigating thermal bridging
• Managing condensation and moisture movement

This SGBC Learning Journey, powered by SGBC Member Buildo Engineering, will explore the application of cork-based systems in architecture. Participants will gain practical insights into specifying cork as a high-performance thermal solution that delivers measurable heat reduction and insulation performance, while supporting long-term environmental sustainability.

Energy modelling is increasingly important for designing buildings that are efficient, comfortable and resilient while meeting Singapore’s sustainability goals. This SGBC Lunch and Learn introduces the fundamentals of whole-building energy modelling and demonstrates how dynamic simulation can turn design assumptions into measurable performance insights. Using the IESVE platform, participants will explore how building geometry, orientation, envelope, occupancy, internal loads, ventilation and HVAC systems influence energy performance. The session will also demonstrate how modelling can be used to compare design options, identify energy-saving opportunities and support performance-based BCA Green Mark assessments.

Through a practical demonstration and discussion, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how energy modelling can be integrated into the design process to support better, evidence-based decisions and more sustainable building outcomes.

Singapore’s built environment is entering a new phase with the introduction of the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) Green Mark Version 7 (GM v7). The refreshed scheme introduces greater flexibility and new pathways for building owners, including the BCA Energy Rating, SLE70 tier, streamlined maintainability requirements and portfolio certification. These changes aim to make Green Mark certification more accessible while supporting improved energy performance and decarbonisation across the built environment.

Join us for this SGBC Seminar, supported by SGBC Member ESGpedia, to learn more about the key changes under BCA GM v7 and what they mean for building owners and industry professionals. The session will also explore how ESGpedia can support organisations in their Green Mark journey, including achieving up to 20 points across four sections. An industry panel will then share practical experiences and perspectives on navigating the new framework.

Bringing together BCA and industry practitioners, the Seminar will also examine the latest developments in sustainability reporting and practical digital solutions, providing insights into how organisations can respond to the evolving sustainability requirements of Singapore’s built environment.

Achieving efficient and comfortable buildings requires both well-performing equipment and intelligent control strategies. Join us on this SGBC Learning Journey, powered by SGBC Member Sanmu and supported by Ngee Ann Polytechnic, to explore practical insights and emerging approaches to support better ACMV performance in smart buildings.

The session will cover EC fan installation and commissioning, with practical insights into common site issues, fan performance verification, pressure measurement and troubleshooting. It will also explore physics-informed AI for thermal comfort forecasting and predictive HVAC control, including a Physically Consistent Ensemble Learning (PCEL) framework developed to improve forecasting accuracy and robustness while maintaining thermodynamic plausibility.

Together, these presentations will highlight how better equipment performance and smarter control strategies can support energy efficiency, operational reliability and occupant comfort.

Cooling water treatment is an essential part of maintaining the reliability and efficiency of chilled water and cooling tower systems. Conventional treatment approaches often involve chemical dosing, storage and handling, regular replenishment, blowdown and ongoing monitoring. These requirements can add maintenance activities, operational considerations and resource consumption throughout the system lifecycle

This learning session, powered by SGBC Member Innovative Polymers, introduces the principles of Design for Maintainability (DfM) and their application to cooling water treatment systems in commercial and industrial buildings. The session will explore how DfM can simplify maintenance, improve accessibility and monitoring, reduce operational intervention and support reliable long-term system performance. Participants will also be introduced to electrochemical treatment as an alternative approach, and how maintainability considerations can contribute to energy and water efficiency, reduced chemical dependency and more sustainable cooling system operation.

As energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and sustainability become increasingly important in modern building design, high-performance facade systems play a critical role in achieving these objectives. This SGBC Learning Journey at Technoform will introduce participants to the principles and applications of thermal break and warm edge spacer technologies in windows, doors, and facade systems.

Participants will gain insights into how these solutions help reduce thermal bridging, improve insulation performance, minimise condensation risks, and contribute to overall building performance. Technoform will share technical knowledge, product innovations, and design considerations for incorporating these technologies into facade systems.

The session will also include physical product demonstrations and a site walk through the manufacturing plant, providing participants with a practical understanding of high-performance facade applications.

Discover how sustainability, smart technologies and an integrated district ecosystem come together at Punggol Digital District (PDD). Join us for the SGBC Learning Journey to HY M&E at PDD, powered by SGBC Member HY M&E Consultancy Services Pte Ltd, to explore the rationale behind relocating to PDD and how office design and fit-out can be shaped by and aligned with Green Mark Interiors (GMI), LEED and WELL certifications. Participants will also experience a live demonstration of a Digital Twin, showcasing how digital technologies can support smarter building operations and decision-making.

The Learning Journey will also explore PDD’s masterplan and sustainability vision, including district cooling, energy efficiency, greenery and sustainable mobility. Through a campus walkthrough, participants will discover the sustainability features incorporated at PDD such as district cooling, biophilic design and mobility infrastructure. Together PDD also facilitates collaboration between tenants and organisations such as the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) and Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) to build a connected ecosystem and leverage shared sustainability ambitions to drive innovation across the district.

The 19^th Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) is Asia’s leading platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space. Themed “Connecting Energy Systems, Powering Tomorrow”, SIEW 2026 is organised by the Energy Market Authority of Singapore and will take place from 26 to 30 October 2026 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.

Key discussions will focus on regional grid integration and cross-border connectivity, the evolving role of natural gas and low-carbon fuels in the energy transition, and addressing the surging energy demands of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centres. The event will also explore next-generation technologies such as advanced nuclear, hydrogen, biomethane, geothermal, and carbon capture, alongside intelligent digital grids and the innovative financing frameworks required to build a secure and resilient energy future.

Tripartite Connect brings together partners, perspectives and resources to support SMEs in building better workplaces.

This year, Tripartite Connect 2026 focuses on how fair, progressive and safe workplace practices can strengthen trust and drive business success.

Powered by SGBC Founding Member Singapore Polytechnic (SP), the 5G Advanced & AIoT & Built Environment Transformation Learning Journey is designed to showcase how advanced digital technologies and national transformation initiatives can accelerate innovation and value creation in the Built Environment sector.

The session will feature the 5G Advanced & AIoT technology learning segment, supported by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and conducted at the SP 5G & AIoT Centre. Participants will be introduced to enterprise grade 5G fundamentals before exploring how 5G integrates with AIoT frameworks to enable intelligent, connected solutions. Through live demonstrations and real world use cases in smart construction, buildings, and facilities management, participants gain practical insights into how 5G enabled AIoT solutions can enhance productivity, safety and operational efficiency.

Building on this technology foundation, the programme will conclude with a focused Built Environment Transformation learning segment supported by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA). This segment contextualises the demonstrated technologies within the national Built Environment Industry Transformation Map (ITM), highlighting key transformation thrusts in Integrated Planning & Design (IPD), Advanced Manufacturing & Automation (AMA), and Sustainable Urban Systems (SUS). Participants will be exposed to ITM-aligned showcases and examples that illustrate how these transformation areas unlock business value across design, construction and facilities management.

Together, this learning journey provides participants with both hands on exposure to enabling technologies and strategic understanding of sector wide transformation, equipping them to take informed next steps in their digital and sustainability journeys.

As regulatory requirements, green building schemes, and low-carbon procurement practices continue to expand globally, manufacturers and stakeholders in the construction sector are increasingly required to provide credible, transparent, and independently verified environmental information for building products. Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), developed in accordance with international standards, have become a key mechanism for communicating product carbon performance and supporting market access.

This course provides participants with a structured understanding of EPDs, placing strong emphasis on standards compliance, verification requirements, and conformity assessment principles. The course explains how Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) underpins EPD development and how verified EPDs support regulatory compliance, green building certifications, and procurement decisions.

More than just bricks and mortar, the built environment can dramatically impact our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The SGBC WELL Essentials course delves into the science behind the crucial connection between health and buildings, empowering participants to understand how design choices like air quality, lighting, water, nourishment, exercise, and even mind and community can significantly enhance the lives of occupants.

This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to understand and implement the WELL Building Standard, a global framework for creating healthy and sustainable spaces.

As Singapore’s built environment accelerates its push toward whole-lifecycle sustainability, the reliance on legacy diesel generation for temporary construction and production sites remains a critical hurdle. This SGBC Webinar explores the transformative potential of Mobile Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) as a viable, cost-effective alternative to conventional diesel power.

Join us as we delve into a comprehensive industry report, co-developed by the Energy Studies Institute, Singapore Green Building Council and Infinity Cube, that highlights how integrating mobile BESS – specifically utilising stable Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistry – can slash diesel consumption, eliminate peak load stress, and dramatically reduce operational costs. We will examine empirical evidence from local deployments, discuss the regulatory landscape, and outline strategic recommendations for scaling adoption across the value chain.

As demand for lower-carbon buildings continues to grow, reliable environmental data is becoming increasingly important across the built environment value chain. Manufacturers are facing growing expectations to provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and product-level emissions data, while developers and contractors require this information to assess embodied carbon, inform procurement decisions, meet tender requirements and support green building certifications. However, many organisations continue to navigate fragmented datasets, spreadsheets and varying methodologies, resulting in significant manual effort, inconsistencies and challenges in responding efficiently to evolving data requirements.

This Lunch and Learn with SGBC Member Zevero will explore how organisations can establish a reliable and centralised carbon data foundation to support diverse business and project requirements. The session will examine how operational and supply chain data can be used to develop product-level carbon calculations and EPDs, and how this information can subsequently support embodied carbon assessments across the built environment. G&W Ready Mix will join Zevero to share its experience in developing EPDs, providing practical insights into the drivers behind its EPD journey, the challenges encountered and how growing demand for product-level carbon information is influencing its business.

The evolving real estate and facilities management landscape is driving greater demand for connected, energy-efficient and data-driven building solutions.

This Lunch and Learn session, powered by SGBC Founding Member C&W Services, will explore emerging trends and opportunities in building operations, and how open platforms and connected technologies can support more efficient and sustainable building management. The session will examine how open building systems, connectivity and data integration can enable more informed decision-making, including the role of the Niagara Framework® in connecting diverse devices, systems and operational data. It will also explore T1L retrofit solutions for modernising building systems through cyber-secure IP networks, auto-commissioning and standards-based control strategies, highlighting opportunities to improve operational efficiency, strengthen cybersecurity and unlock data-driven building performance with less disruptive infrastructure upgrades.

BCA Green Mark certification is often seen as the finish line of a building’s sustainability journey. However, for many facilities, this is just the starting point of a much longer challenge. Studies show that buildings frequently experience a decline in energy efficiency after certification, driven by equipment aging, shifting usage patterns, inconsistent maintenance, and operational drift from original design intent. This gap quietly erodes the very savings that certification was meant to lock in, increasing both energy consumption and operating costs over time.

Closing this gap requires more than compliance, it requires the right combination of operational discipline and the right technology infrastructure to sustain performance for the long term.

This SGBC Learning Journey, powered by SGBC Member Delta Electronics, will explore both sides of this challenge: how building owners and Certified Energy Managers can proactively manage the performance gap through recommissioning, continuous monitoring, and occupant engagement and how emerging power technologies like Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) are redefining what’s possible for on-site energy efficiency, reliability, and emissions reduction.

Green building certification provides an important foundation for advancing sustainability and supporting the built environment’s transition towards net-zero emissions.

This SGBC Learning Session with SGBC Founding Member Building System and Diagnostics (BSD) will provide a practical introduction to how green building certification can support progress towards net zero. Participants will explore emerging trends in green building certification, the role of carbon emissions in the decarbonisation journey, and opportunities for organisations to take practical steps towards their net-zero goals. The session will also examine the business value of decarbonisation and introduce key carbon-accounting concepts. Through a hands-on activity, participants will gain a practical understanding of how carbon emissions are calculated and categorised, and how carbon data can inform decarbonisation strategies and decision-making.

The Go 25 movement equips building and facilities management professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to implement sustainable, energy‑efficient cooling strategies using smart technologies and Building Management Systems (BMS). Aligned with Singapore’s Go 25 movement and the national Green Plan, this programme helps you bridge knowledge and practice in energy‑efficient cooling, BMS analytics, and comfort management. You will learn through structured training and practical, real‑world application support – so you can take immediate, measurable actions toward more sustainable operations.

By the end of the course, participant will be able to:

• Understand the core principles of energy–comfort optimisation under the Go 25 framework.
• Gain foundational and hands-on experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) for Heating, Ventilation and Airconditioning (HVAC) and lighting operations.
• Interpret real-time building data to identify inefficiencies and operational risks.
• Develop an implementation-ready Go 25 action plan tailored to their organisation’s infrastructure and sustainability goals.

SkillsFuture funding is available for this course.