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The Enduring Value of Green Real Estate
SGBC CEO Er. Yvonne Soh recently penned an article for the Q2 2026 issue of the SID Directors Bulletin, which was themed War for Sustainability. In her article, “The Enduring Value of Green Real Estate“, Er. Soh explored the shifting dynamics of the built environment. She noted that the market was moving rapidly beyond the […]
SGBC CEO Er. Yvonne Soh recently penned an article for the Q2 2026 issue of the SID Directors Bulletin, which was themed War for Sustainability. In her article, “The Enduring
6 April 2026
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SGBC AGM 2026: Building Together – Collaborative Action for a Sustainable Singapore
On 31 March 2026, the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) convened its Annual General Meeting, bringing together more than 130 SGBC Member representatives from across the built environment value chain. Fronted by SGBC President Mr. Allen Ang, BBM, SGBC Honorary Secretary Mr. Calvin Chung, SGBC Board Technical Lead Er. Yoong Heng TAN 陈荣兴 and SGBC […]
On 31 March 2026, the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) convened its Annual General Meeting, bringing together more than 130 SGBC Member representatives from across the built environment value chain.
31 March 2026
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SG Green Issue 22.0 – Building Greener Data Centres for a Sustainable Digital Future
Can something as foundational to the digital economy as the data centre also become a model of sustainability? This central question informs the latest issue of SG Green. Data centres have long operated in the background, quietly powering the platforms and services that define modern life. But today, they are recognised not only as mission-critical […]
Can something as foundational to the digital economy as the data centre also become a model of sustainability? This central question informs the latest issue of SG Green. Data centres
30 March 2026
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AI in Action: Smarter Buildings, Greener Outcomes
This afternoon, more than 30 SGBC Members and Green Mark Professionals had the opportunity to experience first-hand how artificial intelligence is transforming the built environment at a SGBC Learning Journey powered by SGBC Founding Member Singapore Polytechnic in partnership with ST Engineering. Hosted at the ST Engineering Hub, participants explored a curated suite of AI-enabled […]
This afternoon, more than 30 SGBC Members and Green Mark Professionals had the opportunity to experience first-hand how artificial intelligence is transforming the built environment at a SGBC Learning Journey
27 March 2026
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Turning it down… or rather, turning it up to 25°C
What if one small change in your workplace could drive meaningful energy savings? The “Go 25 Challenge” has been launched on the susGain app, and users can learn why going to 25°C is optimal, how it reduces energy waste, as well as the wider environmental impact of the Go 25 national movement for sustainable cooling. […]
What if one small change in your workplace could drive meaningful energy savings? The “Go 25 Challenge” has been launched on the susGain app, and users can learn why going
25 March 2026
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Small Space, Big Impact: How a Microforest at City Square Mall Lowers Temperatures by Up to 5°C
A year-long study by National University of Singapore researchers has confirmed what urban dwellers instinctively feel: greenery cools. But the findings from the City Developments Limited MicroForest at City Square Mall are particularly striking: temperatures within the 260 sqm patch (now expanded to twice its size) are up to 5°C lower than surrounding urban areas. […]
A year-long study by National University of Singapore researchers has confirmed what urban dwellers instinctively feel: greenery cools. But the findings from the City Developments Limited MicroForest at City Square