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Cultivating a passion for sustainable development in university students

April 14, 2021 Leave a Comment

Fresh life for old tyres; visionary 3D-printing for construction: these are just some of the clever and sustainable ideas presented by university students competing in the annual Growthpoint Properties and Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) Greenovate Awards. The University of Stellenbosch triumphed overall, notably in the engineering category – which … [Read more...]

Is sustainability finally becoming more mainstream?

March 2, 2021 Leave a Comment

As the world grapples with the uncertainty surrounding the long-term implications of Covid-19, there is a measure of agreement on one thing - the global pandemic has fast-tracked numerous trends which were already emerging prior to the crisis. Says Anthony Stroebel, head of New Business Development for Pam Golding Properties and a director of the Green Building Council South … [Read more...]

Growing green sectional title schemes

April 6, 2020 Leave a Comment

Rising utility costs, paired with competitively priced sustainable tools to supplement municipal electricity and water use, mean that sectional title schemes are becoming a more viable marketplace for the green building sector. While each scheme has unique characteristics, their expenses are often centred around meeting similar needs, namely: electricity and water use, … [Read more...]

Malaysia is fighting the climate crisis with green architecture

August 15, 2019 Leave a Comment

More than a third of all worldwide energy is consumed by buildings and construction, so a new generation of architects are designing structures that both respond to Malaysia’s climate whilst also being sympathetic to the global climate emergency. Award-winning Malaysian architect Eleena Jamil, who has utilised bamboo in her structures, explains the importance of embracing … [Read more...]

Turning aspiration into action: maintaining green building status

October 25, 2018 Leave a Comment

While building green is a crucial first step in creating a greener, cleaner and smarter environment, some of these facilities fail to maintain efficient green functioning practices. Resulting in a building that is green, i.e. built with green and organic materials, but facility management that is not. The Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) is well known for its … [Read more...]

Features to look for in an eco-friendly home

March 28, 2018 2 Comments

Being eco-friendly is no longer just a fad or trend; it’s a lifestyle choice and it’s here to stay. With the Western Cape’s current severe drought situation, and thousands of tonnes of waste poured into our landfills every year, there’s no time like the present to think more seriously about adopting the ‘green’ lifestyle. If you’re browsing for houses for sale, and want to … [Read more...]

Recycled polystyrene used in new Table Bay mall construction

February 27, 2017 Leave a Comment

More than 15 tons of recycled, Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) have already gone into the production of 20,000 Greenlite Concrete blocks used in the new Table Bay Mall that is currently being constructed. Expected to open its doors at the end of September this year, this 65 000 m² regional shopping centre is located on a 20 ha site on the corner of the R27 (West Coast Road) and … [Read more...]

Drought adaptation DIY style: steps to save water

January 29, 2017 4 Comments

January was not for chickens in the Cape – extreme drought and fires saw the gardens shrivel up and die. So sad to witness and feel the distress all round. Once our veggie plants got stressed the diseases followed. Watching your water consumption with Stage 3 water restrictions and growing food without the farmer’s concessions calls for innovation. How to capture each … [Read more...]

GBCSA launches Green Star Communities Pilot Programme in SA

December 15, 2016 Leave a Comment

The Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) announced the launch of the locally applicable version of the Green Star – Communities rating tool in South Africa. The tool is a framework that will drive the development of more sustainable neighbourhoods and precincts, ultimately making African cities more sustainable. Green Star – Communities, developed by the Green … [Read more...]

Finding smart insulation for a hot house

February 29, 2016 1 Comment

Another summer almost over … hope to goodness the worst heat is over. How clueless was the building industry about energy efficiency when most of our houses were built! Who does not want to save energy now – and it is indeed all our duty to relieve the pressure on the national energy supply. Our double storey really cooks upstairs, where we work. Ancient traces of insulation … [Read more...]

Top speakers inspire at the 2015 Green Building Convention

November 23, 2015 Leave a Comment

“If everyone got free WiFi with every tree they planted, we wouldn’t have the problem of climate change.” This was the sentiment shared by renowned businessman, activist and sustainability advocate, Jochen Zeitz, at the 8th Annual Green Building Convention in Cape Town recently. The event, hosted by the Green Building Council SA, is a signature gathering on the greening and … [Read more...]

Green Building Council SA awards first EDGE rating certifications in SA

November 11, 2015 Leave a Comment

The Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) has certified the first housing projects in the country using the EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) residential green building tool, currently in pilot phase. The council is now set for a major rollout of green building ratings in SA’s residential property sector. This was announced by GBCSA Chief Executive … [Read more...]

Time to embrace green building in SA

September 21, 2015 Leave a Comment

The Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) will be joining Green Building Councils across the globe to celebrate World Green Building Week, and has invited all South Africans to take part in the celebration by getting involved in making their homes and work spaces greener. The GBCSA will use the week, which takes place from 21 to 27 September 2015, to highlight the … [Read more...]

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