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Future Thinker of the Year 2024

Watch the Future Thinker of the Year 2024 Awards evening

Green Star Buildings | Resilient

After 18+months consultation, join us for an update on how we're localising Green Star Buildings for NZ. Session 1 of 7 covers the Resilient category.

Green Star Buildings | People

Airtightness in Aotearoa - Part Three - Test

Airtightness part three

Clean, Clever Energy Use

Clean, Clever Energy Use

Green Star Communities - Vibrant, resilient communities

Our growing population demands well planned, sustainable solutions for the places we live, work and play. We have an opportunity to shape the progress of existing and future communities to make them better for our people, the environment and...

Green Star Buildings | Nature

The ‘Nature’ category addresses how Green Star aims to significantly drive uptake of biodiversity issues in the built environment, it encourages active connections between people and nature, and rewards creating biodiverse green spaces in cities.

Green Star Buildings | Healthy

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Electrifying Existing Buildings

Dive into the world of electrification. If you are looking to electrify your assets, embed electrification into your designs, and explore alternatives to fossil fuels, this introductory video to our masterclass is for you.

Sustainable Finance - the catalytic effect

In building the transition, access to capital through sustainable finance is critical to our success, and it’s a fast-moving space. Join four of our leaders who are at the cutting edge to better understand global developments in sustainable finance.

Green Star Buildings | Responsible

After 18+months consultation, join us for an update on how we're localising Green Star Buildings for NZ. Session 5 of 7 covers the Responsible category.

On-Demand - Chief Exec Update - September 2024

Join us for a compelling update from our Chief Exec, Andrew Eagles. Andrew will give an insightful look into the past six months and a forward-looking perspective on what lies ahead for the NZGBC.  

On-demand video: PluggedIn Webinar - Better Indoor Environments

Continuous mechanical ventilation is ideal for healthy, dry homes. Following on from previous sessions on this issue, this webinar will address the concerns raised so far by designers and developers and support specifying the right solution at the...

Green Star Buildings | Places

After 18+months consultation, join us for an update on how we're localising Green Star Buildings for NZ. Session 6 of 7 the Places category.

Green Star Buildings | Positive

After 18+months consultation, join us for an update on how we're localising Green Star Buildings for NZ. The final session covers the Positive category.

On-demand video - Save water. Save money

Water is one of our most precious resources, and treating it as such is critical for sustainable, thriving communities.

On-demand video - Unlock the potential of NABERSNZ

Join us for an engaging one-hour webinar where key voices in the property sector share their perspectives on the NABERSNZ tool and its transformative benefits for office building owners.

On-demand video - Mastering operational waste

Watch our webinar discussing operational waste management in buildings. We will be unveiling our new Operational Waste Calculator and New Zealand-first Guide. Learn how this tool can help new buildings optimise space for waste infrastructure and...

On-demand video - Collaborative carbon reduction

Reducing carbon emissions in building projects requires collaboration from all stakeholders. Early design considerations, especially involving quantity surveyors, can significantly impact carbon reduction. This session will explore the benefits of a...

On-demand video - PluggedIn Webinar - Smart Buildings

Join us for a webinar focusing on the future of smart buildings and AI. Learn from real-life examples and gain insights into some of the emerging technologies that might change the way you go about your work for your property portfolio and...

On-demand video - Climate resilience panel discussion

Join us for the future thinkers panel discussion on climate resilience.

On-demand video - Leveraging Green Star Communities for Industrial Projects

Large scale, mixed use development projects are increasingly seeking certification to evidence their responsibility to manage impact, wellbeing and governance practices. Discover how Green Star Communities (GSC) can revolutionise your project,...

# Testing # Panel Discussion - Climate Resilience

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on-demand video - Ratings to returns. Sustainable finance in the property sector

Businesses are increasingly partnering with lenders and banks to achieve better financial outcomes through building certifications and sustainability commitments. Explore global trends in sustainable finance and hear from three local organisations...

On Demand Video - NABERSNZ Workplaces & Warehouses

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On-demand Video - Testing Webinar - new process April 25

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On-demand Video - PluggedIn Webinar - Making Ventilation Work

Following previous webinars covering why ventilation is important, in this session we’ll discuss how to make sure the chosen system is working properly. Join us to hear tips and learning from the field, and some fundamentals concepts of good system...

On-demand video - Green Speak Christchurch: Kicking climate goals for Ōtautahi

Kia Ora Ōtautahi - Join us for a lively discussion on the role our built environment plays towards the 2030 climate goals set by Ōtautahi Christchurch.

On-demand Video - NABERSNZ | Beyond offices and energy

Join us for the launch of the much-awaited NABERSNZ Water for Offices tool. The new tool is now available, offering a consistent, fair way to assess water efficiency — helping identify leaks, improve resilience, and reduce waste.

On-demand video - NABERSNZ: Just add water!

NABERSNZ now includes water efficiency ratings for office buildings, expanding our commitment to sustainable resource use. This webinar will introduce the new tool, its technical foundations, and how assessors can upgrade their qualifications to...

On-demand video - Getting it all tuned up right!

This webinar explores how to unlock building performance by effectively managing commissioning, tuning, environmental performance targets, and project handover. We'll cover how Green Star’s Credit 2: Commissioning and Tuning (Design & As Built) and...

PluggedIn Webinar: Carbon Counts - On-demand video

The conversation around carbon in construction is evolving rapidly, and staying informed is more important than ever. This NZGBC PluggedIn webinar brings together international and local experts to unpack the latest thinking on upfront and embodied...

On-demand video - Webinar: Helping Developers Reduce Risk and Improve Returns

Discover how smart design and verified performance can help you build homes that stand out, reduce costly issues, and improve your bottom line. This session will unpack practical strategies for delivering homes that are healthier, more comfortable,...

Environmental Product Declaration and their role in Green Buildings

Listen back to this live webinar about EPDs and their role in the transition to green buildings as NZGBC's Dani Wijekoon interviewed Dene Cook, Division Technical Manager at Firth Industries and Jeff Vickers, Technical Director at thinkstep-anz.

How to prepare a good Green Star submission

Listen back to our latest webinar as we discuss best practice Green Star submissions. Whether you are an experienced GSAP that has completed lots of Green Star submissions or are planning to complete your first Green Star submission to NZGBC.

Introduction to Homestar v5

Find out more about Homestar and what this new version means for a lower-carbon, less polluted Aotearoa.

Build to rent, sustainable, low carbon communities

Listen back to this panel discussion led by Meredith Dale of the Urban Advisory and NZGBC's Future Thinker of the Year for a lively discussion on BTR as a housing model and the opportunity to shape for Aotearoa.

Ngā Kāinga Anamata | Homes of the Future

Watch this hour long korero on Built Environment Day, to celebrate an highlight some of the key sustainable features of Ngā Kāinga Anamata.

Adapting to our changing climate

Hear from the Ministry of Health and Bay of Plenty district health board on their plans for a changing climate and how this connects in and is rewarded in Green Star, complete with examples of steps already taken at a national and local level.

Importance of ventilation in our homes and buildings

Ventilation and indoor air quality has never been more topical. We have known for a while that many New Zealand homes and buildings have poor indoor air quality. And we're all too familiar with the impacts this can have on human health.

How to Homestar v5: Thermal bridges

Learn about different types of thermal bridging, how it applies to Homestar and how to get the values or data you need.

Green Star refresher training: Design & As Built v1.1

For current Green Star Practitioners and GSAP's only

How to Homestar v5: Carbon counting

Listen back to our second webinar in our 'Homestar how to v5 series' on carbon counting.

The residential H1 changes: An overview with examples

Listen back to this webinar outlining how to get on board with the much needed and popular changes to the H1 insulation improvements, and help play a part in delivering warm, less polluting homes for Kiwi families.

How to Homestar v5 series: Continuous ventilation

Ventilation of buildings is essential to ensure comfort and to prevent building damage due to excessive humidity and condensation. It is essential to remove pollutants, odors, moisture and heat accumulating inside our buildings.

Leading the shift towards a circular economy

Listen back to Mikayla Plaw, Profile Group and Samantha Walmsley-Bartlett, Circularity's Environmental Strategist to hear about Profile Group's journey in using the CTI tool, rethinking their entire supply chain and operations and how they are...

Building to higher standards now

Listen back to this webinar on the confirmed changes to H1 along with examples of houses that are already reaching higher standards now.

Operational waste reduction strategies

Listen back to this webinar with Mike Twemlow, Senior Sustainability Consultant at Edge Environment who talked through the various challenges and opportunities in operational waste management

Green Star Buildings for NZ consultation

Listen back to this presentation and find out more about the Green Star Buildings for NZ consultation happening across Aotearoa in November 2022.

Climate Related Disclosures Project

Listen to this webinar for an update on the progress on the Climate Related Disclosures project for the Construction and Property Sector.

Homestar v5 and ventilation: Room to breath

Learn more about Homestar v5 in our latest webinar series

Green Star Communities: Lessons from Australia

Listen back to this webinar with Communities GSAP Karen Greaves from Lendlease and her experience in transforming communities.

NABERSNZ Assessor update 2023

Listen back to this presentation hosted by Bobby Shen to our NABERSNZ community (March 2023)

NABERSNZ: How to prepare a good assessment

Join this webinar to refresh your knowledge on the tool and auditing process as well as learn valuable tips and tricks on how to submit a perfect assessment.

Homestar v5: Air tightness and vapour barriers

Listen back to this webinar with industry expert Richard Hollard.

Responsible procurement: How Green Star addresses modern day slavery

Listen back to Nick Dextor, Principal Consultant at Edge Environment for an introduction to the issue of modern slavery and its impact on the building and construction industry and supply chains.

Homestar v5: Windows that work

Listen back to learn more about Homestar v5 in our latest webinar series: Windows that work

TCFDs & climate scenarios for our sector

Listen back to our panel of experts and find out more about the the guidance on climate scenarios and what this means for your business.

Embodied Carbon: an industry wide methodology

Join this webinar with Jeff Vickers, Technical Director at thinkstep-anz who will provide an understanding of the new tool and guides available for embodied carbon in non-residential buildings.

Green Star Buildings consultation webinar

Join us for a webinar with Brad Crowley, who will take you through Green Star Buildings for New Zealand which is being designed to ensure our built environment responds to the changes of the next decade.

NABERSNZ: Back to basics

Join the NABERSNZ Back to Basics webinar series to learn how to prepare an impeccable submission for Level 1 Audit.

A future for biomaterials in construction

Join us for our latest NZGBC Future Thinkers panel discussion and hear from cutting-edge experts in biomaterials, circular economy, and construction.

Election Panel 2023: Making every home and building count

Hear directly from New Zealand's major political parties about their plans for property and construction.

Creating sustainable retirement villages with Green Star Communities

Join us for this PluggedIn Green Star webinar on Green Star Communities

Calculating timber fraction: How timber framing impacts thermal performance

Join us for this PluggedIn Homestar v5 webinar on calculating timer fraction with Pete Hammond from Placemakers

Building for a brighter future - Aotearoa's newest 10 Homestar (V5) Home

Join us for this Homestar v5 case study with Nathan Edmondston to learn more about what it takes to build a Homestar 10 Home.

NABERSNZ: Insights from Assessors

Join our video with panelists Dave Annable - Director/Mechanical Engineer from RME Solutions and Stephanie Millar - ESG Manager from Gibbons, to hear about their experiences and insights on the rating process and how to prepare for a good assessment.

Chief Executive update - December 2023

Watch back our CEO Andrew Eagles as he reflects on the year that’s been and provides an update on the year ahead.

Future Thinkers - Investigating how we value carbon

Chief Exec Update - March 2024

Airtightness in Aotearoa - Part 1 l Design

Listen back to the first webinar in our four-part series ‘Airtightness in Aotearoa’.

Future Thinkers Panel Discussion - Circular Economy

Listen back to this Future Thinkers panel discussion on Circular Economy.

Health & Wellbeing in Construction

Hear from Jo Lambert, Health15 and Gloria Vetekina, Mates in Construction at our Health & Wellbeing in Construction webinar.

Importance of Data

Join us on the journey to ‘love your data’ – understanding how we can use data to drive positive, sustainable change.

Airtightness in Aotearoa - Part Two l Build

Join us for the second webinar in our four-part series ‘Airtightness in Aotearoa’.

Measuring through Metering

Continue on your journey to ‘love your data’, by joining us to discuss the importance of metering.

Using sustainable products in Green Star and Homestar projects

Brad Crowley and Danidu Wijekoon from the NZGBC and Alex Reiche from Building Excellence Group started our new PluggedIn webinar series related to products and materials, discussing what can be used in Green star and Homestar projects.