What is green mark certification?
What is green mark certification?
The Green Mark certification scheme was launched in January 2005. It is a green building rating system designed to evaluate a building’s environmental impact and performance.
Is BCA Green Mark mandatory?
Mandatory Higher Green Mark Standard for GLS Sites in Selected Areas | Building and Construction Authority (BCA)
What is BCA Green Mark Scheme?
BCA launched the BCA Green Mark Scheme in January 2005 to promote environmental awareness in the construction and real estate sectors. It encourages the adoption of an integrated design approach incorporating passive design and various Green Building Technologies (GBTs) to achieve a sustainable built environment.
What is the validity of the Green Mark certification?
3 years
Q2 What is the validity period of Green Mark certification, in general? Green Mark certification is valid for 3 years from date of Letter of Award issued by BCA.
Is green mark compulsory?
One of the earliest and most significant steps in accelerating Singapore’s green building agenda was the change to the Building Control Act in April 2008 which made the Green Mark certification mandatory for all new buildings and existing buildings undergoing major retrofits.
What is BCA Green Mark and what are the different awards & Funding from BCA Green Mark?
Launched in 2008, the BCA Green Mark Champion Awards recognises developers who demonstrate strong commitment towards corporate social responsibility and who have achieved a substantial number of Green Mark buildings at Gold level or higher.
What is Singapore Green Mark scheme?
The BCA Green Mark Scheme is an initiative to create a more sustainable built environment in Singapore by promoting sustainable design, and best practices in construction and operations in buildings.
What is BCA Green Mark Platinum?
The BCA Green Mark 2021 (GM: 2021) is an internationally recognised green building certification scheme tailored for the tropical climate. It encourages the industry and professionals to collaborate and develop green building solutions, raising Singapore’s built environment’s sustainability standards.
Is Green Mark mandatory?
As part of the public sector’s commitment to take the lead in environmental sustainability, new public sector buildings have been required to attain Green Mark certification, including Green Mark Platinum for new buildings with air-conditioned area exceeding 5,000 sqm.
Is Green Mark certification compulsory?
What is Green Mark Platinum Award?
Awards and Accolades The BCA Green Mark Platinum is awarded to exemplary green projects that effectively demonstrate 30% energy and water savings, as well as environmentally sustainable building practices and innovative green features.
How many buildings are there in Singapore?
The city-state of Singapore has over 8,600 completed high-rises, the majority located in the Downtown Core, the city centre of Singapore. In the city, there are 94 skyscrapers. The Guoco Tower currently holds the title of tallest building in Singapore.
Why choose BCA for Your Green Mark certification?
BCA will review and verify the relevant reports and documentary evidences to ensure that the building project meets the intent of the criteria and certification level. A letter of award will be issued for buildings which attain the Green Mark rating. BCA will conduct site verification upon project completion and issue your Green Mark certification.
What is the BCA Green Mark 2021?
The BCA Green Mark 2021 (GM: 2021) is an internationally recognised green building certification scheme tailored for the tropical climate. It encourages the industry and professionals to collaborate and develop green building solutions, raising Singapore’s built environment’s sustainability standards.
What is re-certification of Green Mark buildings?
Re-certification of Green Mark Buildings “Re-certification of Green Mark Buildings” is a process for qualified Green Mark-certified buildings to be recognised for sustained performance in the area of energy and water efficiency, operations and management, and indoor environment quality. By satisfying a checklist of performance metrics, such
Where can I find information about the Green Mark certification scheme?
For information on the Certification Course for Green Mark Manager and courses on sustainability (green building technology), please call: BCA Academy at 6248 9999 or visit their webpage for the full list of courses. The Green Mark certification scheme was launched in January 2005.
