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Launch of W and Z Clauses for NEC4 Contracts in Singapore
In April 2024, BCA, together with NEC, have developed a set of additional contract clauses (Y(SG) clauses) to align NEC4 ECC with Singapore’s laws. NEC4 contract is the latest edition of a suite of collaborative contracts for construction projects used internationally. To further localisation efforts and better support the implementation of NEC4 contracts in Singapore, […]
In April 2024, BCA, together with NEC, have developed a set of additional contract clauses (Y(SG) clauses) to align NEC4 ECC with Singapore’s laws. NEC4 contract is the latest edition
23 January 2025
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SGBC-OCBC Built Environment Decarbonisation Challenge – 2nd Edition
The Singapore Green Building Council (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 […]
The Singapore Green Building Council (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
20 January 2025
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Blog
SGBC Seminar: Rethinking Building Materials for a Low Carbon Future
SGBC kicked off its Seminar series for the year on 14 January 2025 at Voco Hotel Ochard, in partnership with SGBC Established Member Mapei Far East. Themed “Rethinking Building Materials for a Low Carbon Future“, the oversubscribed event extensively explored how low-carbon building materials are instrumental in shaping a more sustainable built environment. By aligning […]
SGBC kicked off its Seminar series for the year on 14 January 2025 at Voco Hotel Ochard, in partnership with SGBC Established Member Mapei Far East. Themed “Rethinking Building Materials
14 January 2025
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Industry Circular on Unification of GMAP & GMAP(FM) Qualifications and Update to Green Mark Project Requirements for New GMAAP Applications
This circular serves to update the industry on the unification of Green Mark Professional qualifications and the revised Green Mark Project requirements for new GMAAP applications. The update covers the following: The full industry circular can be read here.
This circular serves to update the industry on the unification of Green Mark Professional qualifications and the revised Green Mark Project requirements for new GMAAP applications. The update covers the
13 January 2025
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Singapore Green Building Council Board Elections (2025/2027)
The Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) is calling for nominations from SGBC Corporate Members to serve on the SGBC Board for a two-year term from 2025 to 2027. The administration of SGBC is entrusted to the Board and the role of the SGBC Board is to provide counsel and advice to SGBC’s programmes and initiatives, […]
The Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) is calling for nominations from SGBC Corporate Members to serve on the SGBC Board for a two-year term from 2025 to 2027. The administration
6 January 2025
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Energy Efficiency Grant for construction sector now open for applications
During Budget 2024, the Government announced that the Energy Efficiency Grant (EEG) will be expanded to the construction sector. The EEG aims to support construction firms in their sustainability journey by co-funding investments in energy-efficient (EE) equipment. The EEG for the construction sector represents an extension of the ongoing initiatives outlined in the Singapore Green […]
During Budget 2024, the Government announced that the Energy Efficiency Grant (EEG) will be expanded to the construction sector. The EEG aims to support construction firms in their sustainability journey