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Forging Ahead Beyond COP26 With the discussions between countries done and dusted, have you ever wondered what implications COP26 has for businesses? |
Plugging the Gaps in Sustainability Certification SGBC Member Surbana Jurong outlines the need to plug the gaps in sustainability certification in light of higher standards and how accredited professionals can help. |
Camfil’s CEO Talks Sustainability 2021 Mark Simmons, Camfil’s CEO, discusses how Camfil is at the forefront when it comes to sustainability in the Air Filter industry. |
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Lighting Up a Smart Lighting System at Republic Polytechnic SGBC Member Glorybene Smart System Pte Ltd worked with Republic Polytechnic on a smart lighting project to showcase real-world examples and industry best practices. |
Navigating the Singapore Green Mark 2021 Standard with Danfoss SGBC Member Danfoss has developed a handy guide to help industry stakeholders better understand Green Mark 2021 with a focus on M&E applications and solutions. |
All about Air Conditioning Have you ever wondered about how air conditioning works, who came up with it, or how anyone was ever inventive enough to control indoor temperature? Check out this summary by The Appliance Doctor! |
Make a Home that’s Good for the Planet, and Better for You It’s well-known that buildings have a big impact on the environment. What may not be as apparent is that the building, or even the room you’re in, can also have a direct impact on your health and well-being.
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Keppel Bay Tower: A Green Building Showcase Keppel Bay Tower is the first commercial building in Singapore to be certified as a Green Mark Platinum (Zero Energy) building. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
Building Our Green Future Together Find out what the industry and community are saying about green buildings, sustainability and the Singapore Green Building Masterplan, co-created by SGBC and the BCA. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
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Making the Workplace Smart, Safe and Comfy Siemens has equipped its Singapore office with its smart workplace technology to enable its hybrid working model. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
The Building Blocks of Built Environment Sustainability Tasblock ensures that the materials which compose our places and spaces will remain low-carbon and sustainable. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
Strengthening Access to Sustainability Singapore Polytechnic is well-poised to support the transition to a greener, more sustainable and carbon-efficient built environment. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
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Thriving, Not Surviving uHoo explores 3 IEQ trends to ensure the heath and sustainability of our places and spaces in the post-pandemic market. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
Building the Business Case One 3D-Printed Compoment at a Time Additive manufacturing can be beneficial for built environment sustainability. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
Shading for Sustainability Eco-friendly solar protection is increasing in importance as the world accelerates its emphasis on sustainability. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 12.0 (Mar. 2021). |
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Sprouting a Community Spirit in the Heartlands Sprout Hub, a novel food and social hub concept, is fast becoming a focal point for community sustainability. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 11.0 (Sept. 2020). |
Scoring Green Marks with Sustainable Concrete Innovation Pan-United forges with way ahead with an onus on innovation and sustainability-centric solutions and technology. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 11.0 (Sept. 2020). |
Knowledge Sharing is the key to Advancing Sustainability Practices By sharing the approach to sustainability and placemaking, the PLQ portal acts as a catalyst for wider community action. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 11.0 (Sept. 2020). |
A Healthier Built Environment: Green Procurement for Green Buildings Materials used in construction play important roles in ensuring that the building’s footprint and impact are as small as possible. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 11.0 (Sept. 2020). |
Advancing Net Zero & Climate Resilience in the Built Environment Better understand the climate action landscape in the Asia Pacific region and find out how you can advance net zero. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 11.0 (Sept. 2020). |
Celebrating Built Environment Sustainability in the Asia Pacific The WorldGBC Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards celebrate excellence in the building and construction industry. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 11.0 (Sept. 2020). |
Delivering Safety, Security, Comfort and Convenience Do you know that a simple, easy-to-install solution from Lutron can help to create the right visual environment in your home? Click here to watch the video! Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more about the solution. |
Standing Tall: How Green Buildings are Adapting to the Post-Covid Era Green building technologies can help the built environment prepare for a future where pandemics are more common. This article was first published as part of a SGBC Feature Series on Eco-Business. |
Ensuring a Safe Restart in the Workplace after the Circuit Breaker Potential issues in the workplace post Circuit Breaker may be detrimental to reoccupying occupants. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 11.0 (Sept. 2020). |
How Construction can Emerge Stronger Engineering, construction, and building materials have a vital role to play in a post-pandemic recovery of our communities and economies. This article was contributed by McKinsey & Company. |
Green Buildings Against COVID-19 Worldwide, building-based prevention and control measures have become one of the most important methods of fighting against the effects of the pandemic. This article was first published on the WorldGBC Blog. |
IoT for Fire & Emergency Preparedness Maintainence of emergency lights can be a challenging task. Find out how you can improve the fire safety of your building with smart IoT technology. This article was contributed by ST Engineering. |
Beating the Heat in Data Centres Data Centres can be cooled in a sustainable, energy efficient manner than ensures maximum operational efficacy. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
The SGBC Office The new SGBC Office is inspired by nature and powered by collaboration to create a green and healthy workplace. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
Breaking the Mould for Termite Control Termites can wreak havoc on buildings and infrastructure but an eco-friendly solution can help to guard from these tiny terrors. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
Illuminating the Pulse of the Heartlands A novel solution aims to shed some light on smart lighting that is able to bolster energy efficiency and cost savings. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
NUS SDE4 The NUS School of Design and Environment 4 is Singapore's first new-build, net-zero energy building. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
Advancing Sustainability Research RP is set to equip students with green building knowledge from within an innovative, sustainable facility. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
Shining a Light on Light Pollution Singapore is one of the world's most light- polluted areas but good lighting practices are able to keep things sufficiently lit. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
Climate Positive: Now! DGNB's brochure explains how we can put existing stock & newbuilds on a path to climate neutrality by 2050. This brochure is published by the German Sustainable Building Council. |
Sustainable Singapore Gallery With different interest zones, SSG is the go-to learning hub for climate action and sustainability in Singapore. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 10.0 (Mar. 2020). |
GROW. Find out how a new social enterprise will rejuvenate urban communities and sprout mult-generational relationships! This article is contributed by City Sprouts on 9 October 2019. |
Bringing Embodied Carbon Upfront The built environment can help address the emergency of climate change through the reduction of embodied carbon emissions Click here to read the full report! The report was first launched on 23 September 2019. |
The Future of Workplaces There is increasing interest on how design and technology can help to foster innovation in the workplace. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 9.0 (Sept. 2019). |
Building with Geospatial Technologies Technology can help to change the way we design and construct green buildings, helping to shape a sustainable future. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 9.0 (Sept. 2019). |
Funan: The Future of Retail The new Funan represents the future of our buildings. Find out what makes Funan the benchmark for new retail malls. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 9.0 (Sept. 2019). |
The Future of Invoice Financing SME cashflow can be instantly boosted through invoice financing, allowing funding of operational expenses, overheads and expansion. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 9.0 (Sept. 2019). |
Blockchain and Energy Management As one of the biggest economic innovations in recent history, blockchain has the potential to revolutionise the way we manage energy. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 9.0 (Sept. 2019). |
Committing to Science-Based Targets The industry must change the way it designs, builds and operates its buildings to address climate challenges. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 9.0 (Sept. 2019). |
Going Circular with Office Furniture This case study illustrates how a partnership model to connect organisations with surplus resources to community groups. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 9.0 (Sept. 2019). |
The Colour of Productivity The places and spaces we live in must be places and spaces we can live with as the indoor environment directly affects our productivity. This article was first published in Entrepreneurs'Digest Issue 85 (May/Jun 2019). |
Unleashing Creativity 8 secondary schools presented their creative and innovative science centre designs to a thoroughly-impressed industry panel! This event was held on 6 September 2019 at the Marina Bay Sands. |
A Step Towards Green Living Our homes must be made green and healthy right from the get-go. Consider these 5 aspects when doing up your homes! This article was first published in SG Green Issue 8.0 (Mar. 2019). |
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Breathe Easy The air we breathe in is of paramount importance to our health and wellbeing, especially in our abodes. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 8.0 (Mar. 2019). |
Living Off the (Power) Grid As one of the pioneering carbon negative homes in Singapore, the B House is a powerhouse in every sense of the word. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 8.0 (Mar. 2019). |
Beautifully Crafted Comfort Keeping cool, combining comfort and beauty, the ultimate solution in a well-designed and sustainable package. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 8.0 (Mar. 2019). |
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The Heartbeat of Bedok As a purpose-built, mixed-use facilitiy designed with cohesion in mind, Heartbeat@Bedok serves as a green hub. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 8.0 (Mar. 2019). |
Home Green Home Creating a greener world starts at home and it does not have to cost the earth. Our homes have to be healthy and productive. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 8.0 (Mar. 2019). |
Designing the Classroom of the Future This piece authored by Lutron Electronics Co. highlights what architects and designers need to know about smart classrooms. This article was first published in Architectural Lighting. |
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All About Prefabricated MEP Find out how the adoption of this game-changing construction technology is gaining ground in Singapore! This article was first published in BuildSmart (Nov/Dec 2018). |
The Multi Comfort Approach Check out how a holistic approach to human comfort and wellbeing can help shape our buildings. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 7.0 (Sept. 2018). |
You Are What You Breathe Good Indoor Air Quality is essential for a healthy, productive workplace. Read on for a list of what to look out for in your office. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 7.0 (Sept. 2018). |
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Placemaking in Green Buildings By connecting people to the places they occupy and use, they will be more inclined to care for these places. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 7.0 (Sept. 2018). |
Understanding Net Zero Do you know the differences between a net zero energy building and a net zero carbon building? This article was first published in SG Green Issue 6.0 (Mar. 2018). |
The "Sustainable" EPC Energy Performance Contracting (EPC) can help building owners affordably realise energy effciency goals. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 7.0 (Sept. 2018). |
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From the Ground Up A sustainable and healthy HeartQuarters for an organisation rooted in cultivating sustainability and liveability. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 6.0 (Mar. 2018). |
Sustainability Practised The JOULES Smart Centre @ BVSS is sound testament of what a concerted public-private partnership can achieve. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 6.0 (Mar. 2018). |
Innovating Sustainability If music, TV shows, accommodation and movies can be offered as a subscribed servuice, why can't sustainability? This article was first published in SG Green Issue 5.0 (Sept. 2017). |
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Driving Sustainability JTC constantly pushes sustainability boundaries to quickly respond to evolving industry needs and challenges. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 5.0 (Sept. 2017). |
Greening the Community Sustainability requires both top-down and ground-up support from all stakeholders in order to blossom and flourish. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 5.0 (Sept. 2017). |
More than just Pretty Colours Modern paints, along with beautifying a building, bring about many health benefits to the building and its occupants! This article was first published in SG Green Issue 4.0 (Mar. 2017). |
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Lighting for Wellness As lighting transcends its traditional function, it is steadily becoming an interactive component of daily life. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 4.0 (Mar. 2017). |
Better Places for People Pioneered by the WorldGBC, Better Places for People puts wellbeing at the heart of your building. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 4.0 (Mar. 2017). |
A Green Solution to Air Pollution Indoor plants can be a natural and effective solution to curbing the effects of air pollution while beautifying interiors. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 4.0 (Mar. 2017). |
Designing for the Climate Due consideration needs to be given when incorporating greenery to ensure that it brings about maximum efficiency. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 3.0 (Sept. 2016). |
Singapore's Green Future Singapore's building and construction industry has monumentally evolved within the past decade, but what does the future hold? This article was first published in SG Green Issue 3.0 (Sept. 2016). |
Smart Spaces: IoT & Real Estate By tapping into the power of the Internet Of Things, the power of building interconnectivity can be unleashed. This article was first published in SG Green Issue 2.0 (Mar. 2016). |
