Organised by the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC), the International Green Building Conference 2025 will return on 9-10 July 2025 and will feature an expanded scope of associated activities alongside the main conference that include tabletop exhibitions, lunch & learn sessions, networking opportunities as well as site tours taking place on 11 July 2025.

Join industry leaders and decision-makers from across ASEAN to address critical environmental issues and uncover solution-oriented pathways towards a net positive future.

Sustainability considerations have become key requirements in design and construction. The demand for low-carbon solutions has spurred radical innovation in materials and re-engineering of production processes. Central to the evaluation of building products and materials is its carbon footprint, of which the choice of quantifying carbon performance is through Environmental Product Declarations (EPD). EPDs provide a standardised way to assess and compare the environmental performance of materials and products across the lifecycle.

At this SGBC Course, participants will gain a clear understanding of EPDs, including their structure, content, methodology and preparation; as well as acquire fundamental knowledge of life cycle analysis (LCA) to evaluate environmental impacts. There will be a practical demonstration and hands-on application of how LCA can be conducted and modelled effectively with simulation software.

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.

As the world’s most widely used green building rating system, the globally-recognised Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) provides a framework for healthy, energy-efficient, and cost-saving green buildings, which offer environmental, social and governance benefits. As of 2023, there are 105,000 LEED-certified buildings in 185 countries worldwide.

Delivered in collaboration with the USGBC, the SGBC LEED Essentials Course offers a structured deep-dive into LEED certification to unpack the standard’s technical requirements as well as the value it brings to the built environment.

Carbon has emerged as a crucial global metric for addressing and conveying sustainability efforts. Decarbonising an organisation’s operations not only enhances its brand image among investors and customers but is also increasingly vital as goals transition towards achieving Net Zero Carbon. This makes it essential to meet the growing expectation for businesses to actively mitigate carbon emissions in their operations. The proficiency in comprehending and articulating your organisation’s sustainability policies and decarbonisation initiatives are pivotal skills that position your company at the forefront of sustainable practices.

Join the SGBC Industry Course: Corporate Carbon Footprint for Climate Related Disclosures to learn how to assess the environmental impacts of your organisation. Through this course, participants can expect to gain foundational skills and knowledge needed to compute and prepare carbon emissions data for sustainability reporting, understand sustainability reporting frameworks (GRI and ISSB), as well as climate-related disclosures (IFRS).
This course is ideal for office managers, quality management team, corporate real estate professionals, sustainability professionals, and individuals who are keen to learn about carbon reporting.

Lighting plays a pivotal role in creating environmentally responsible spaces and contributing to a greener, more sustainable future. Join us on this SGBC Learning Journey, supported by SGBC Member Signify, as we explore maximising the potential of light to achieve sustainability goals.

During the session taking place at the Signify Lighting Application Centre, you will gain insights into ultra-efficient, long-life, and recyclable lighting solutions as well as delve into the science of circadian lighting, smart IoT lighting sensors and systems, solar-based renewable energy outdoor lighting, and sustainable materials. We will also explore lighting for sustainability and its connection to fulfilling Green Mark requirements.

BuildTech Asia 2025 (BTA 2025) is Asia’s leading trade event for the construction and built environment sector, taking place from 18–20 March 2025 at the Singapore EXPO.

Centered on the theme Building Tomorrow – Innovate, Sustain, Transform, BTA 2025 showcases cutting-edge technologies, sustainable solutions, and transformative innovations that drive the industry forward.

The event features 150+ exhibitors and brands from 17 countries, 8,000+ trade professionals, and numerous conferences addressing critical topics like sustainability, digitalisation, workplace safety and workforce development.

With live demonstrations, targeted business matching, and exclusive networking sessions, BTA 2025 is the ultimate platform for fostering connections, exploring opportunities, and shaping the future of construction.

SGBC, in collaboration with OCBC, presents the 2nd edition of the SGBC-OCBC Built Environment Decarbonisation Challenge!

Following the success of the inaugural Challenge held in 2024, this edition aims to continue uncovering innovative solutions that prioritise energy savings, ease of deployment as well as scalability across buildings to catalyse the transition of the built environment towards a low-carbon future.

We invite innovators, solution providers and organisations with cutting-edge energy saving technologies, practical deployment solutions as well as scalable approaches to join us in building on this momentum. Together, we aim to accelerate decarbonisation in OCBC’s commercial buildings and beyond.

Advanced data analytics are transforming sustainability in the built environment, helping businesses optimise efficiency, reduce emissions, and achieve their sustainability goals. The synergy between AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), and digital twins is accelerating the greening of buildings through real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data-driven decision-making. With the growing importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, effective data harnessing has never been more critical.

Join us for this seminar, supported by SGBC member UnaBiz, to explore from multiple perspectives on how end-users, consultants, software, hardware, and IoT experts leverage advanced analytics to track energy savings, carbon footprints, and emissions. Gain insights into tools and techniques for real-time sustainability reporting, overcoming data silos, and embedding ESG metrics into daily operations. Finally, learn from a case study on integrating sustainability into business strategies in Singapore and beyond, demonstrating the lasting impact of data-driven approaches.

Global shifts like climate change, the energy transition, and the rise of AI demand that businesses become more ambitious and proactive in building resilience, adaptability, and decarbonising their operations. Fortunately, readily available technological advancements in digitisation, electrification, and automation can help achieve this desired future.

Hear more about these solutions at the Schneider Electric Innovation Day 2025 on 25 Feb. 2025 at the Marina Bay Sands.

Building on the enriching session held in June last year, this lunch & learn session by SGBC Member ebm-papst SEA explores sustainable air-cooling solutions that enhance efficiency and minimise environmental impact in data centres. It will focus on Electronic Commutation (EC) technology, examining how EC motors and fans optimise energy usage and operational costs. The session will also delve into the role of Active Power Factor Correction (Active PFC) in mitigating harmonics and lowering installation costs for the power supply.

In addition, the session will explore the key environmental benefits of sustainable data centre cooling, including reduced carbon emissions and energy consumption, as well as operational considerations and economic implications. Case studies will further illustrate successful implementations and offer insights into future trends.

Following the success of the inaugural SGBC-OCBC Built Environment Decarbonisation Challenge held in 2024, the 2nd edition of the Challenge has been launched to continue uncovering innovative solutions to catalyse the transition of the built environment towards a low-carbon future. Join us at this Information Session to learn more about OCBC’s decarbonisation strategy, the Challenge outcomes from the 1st edition, as well as find out about the updates for the 2nd edition. This session will also feature the following topics:

• Regenerative Design shared by Atelier Ten: Learn how buildings can restore the environment through nature-based solutions, circular resource management, and human wellbeing improvement to shape healthier, more resilient spaces for people and the planet;
• Sustainable Finance: Enabling built environment’s transition to net zero shared by OCBC Global Wholesale Banking: Discover how financing can enable the acceleration of all built environment sector players to transition to net zero and how OCBC offers credible technical advisory and innovative financing solutions to help corporates and SMEs