ABOUT GREEN STAR
A tool to promote sustainability, reduce environmental impacts, and provide healthier and more efficient spaces.
A widely recognised benchmark for sustainable building design & construction in Australia.
Green Star is a rating system developed by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) to assess and certify the sustainability of buildings in Australia. The rating system evaluates the environmental design and construction of a building, as well as its ongoing operation and maintenance.
The Green Star rating system has become a widely recognised benchmark for sustainable building design and construction in Australia and is based on a points system, with buildings awarded ratings between 4 and 6 stars, depending on the number of points achieved. The rating system evaluates several categories such as:
We Specialise in the delivery of the following Green Star Services:
Buildings (formerly Design & As Built)
New buildings & major refurbishment
This tool provides a revised definition of a sustainable building, responds to sustainability mega trends, delivers opportunities for a supply chain transformation and provides clear expectations to be achieved across all building sectors.
Interiors
New fit outs & major refurbishments
Green Star Interiors assesses the environmental impact through design, construction, and operation of interiors and fit-out spaces by prioritising sustainability and reducing negative impacts on the environment by evaluating factors such as energy efficiency, water use, indoor environmental quality, and material selection.
Performance
Operational performance of the existing buildings
Rates and provides benchmarks and pathway strategies to optimize the ongoing operational performance of buildings across many asset classes by providing higher returns on investments, reduced operating costs with significant capital costs, attracting better tenants and buyers and guidance to measure and manage the assests.
Green Star Consulting Services
Assessment and documentation
In addition to coordinating Green Star submissions on behalf of head contractors or developers, Aspire Sustainability Consulting provides assessment and documentation contained within clear and concise advice required for various Green Star credits, including:
- Green Star Coordination, Reviews & Submission
- Credit 9 Finishes Calculator
- Credit 11 Daylight Autonomy Modelling Report
- Credit 16 Climate Change Risk Assessment
- Credit 21 Upfront Carbon Emissions Calculator
- Credit 22 Energy Performance Modelling
- Credit 23 Zero Carbon Action Plan
- Credit 25 Water Use Calculator
- Credit 26 Life Cycle Assessment
Green Star Credit Items
Assistance
We can also assist with providing fees for the following Green Star credit items:
- Credit 3 Independent Commissioning Agent
- Credit 3 Air Tightness Testing
- Credit 13 Onsite VOC and Formaldehyde testing
BENEFITS of a Green Star Building
Green Star has been used to assess a wide range of building types, including offices, retail spaces, hospitals, and educational facilities. Green Star certified buildings have been shown to provide a wide range of benefits for both the environment and the people who use them. They help to create a more sustainable and resilient built environment, improve the health, wellbeing and productivity of occupants, whilst delivering significant financial savings.
Compliance with regulations
Whilst the NCC does not require Green Star ratings, local councils often include controls for ratings to be targeted, depending on the building type and size.
Enhanced sustainability
Green Star buildings use fewer natural resources and generate less waste and pollution, resulting in a reduced carbon footprint and a healthier environment.
Increased asset value
Attract and retain tenants who are committed to sustainability and environmentally responsible practices.
Reduced running costs
Long-term financial savings are often realised through reduced energy and water consumption and lower maintenance costs.
Increased equipment lifetime
Well commissioned and maintained systems ensure helps to extend the life of building services systems.
Verification
A certified rating verifies that the design intent is achieved following construction.
A healthy environment
Green Star buildings enhance occupant health and wellbeing, creating comfortable, healthy and productive spaces.
Trusted certification
The system complies with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 for the development and delivery of a green star project.
