What is green building BCA?
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BCA launched the BCA Green Mark Scheme in January 2005 to promote environmental awareness in the construction and real estate sectors. It is used as the yardstick to rate the environmental friendliness of a building (‘green building’).
Is BCA 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.
Why is BCA green Mark?
Why apply for Green Mark certification Meaningful differentiation of buildings in the real estate market. Positive effect on corporate image, leasing and resale value of buildings. Reduction in energy, water and material resource usage. Reduce potential environmental impact.
What is BCA green Mark Platinum?
Leading Firms in Green Mark Awards In 2016, BCA introduced a new sub-category called BCA Green Mark PlatinumSTAR Champion in recognition of the efforts of those who have achieved 50 or more building projects with Green Mark Platinum rating.
What are BCA green Mark rating levels?
6.2 Environmental Performance of Buildings for Certification
| Green Mark Score | Green Mark Rating |
|---|---|
| 90 and above | Green Mark Platinum |
| 85 to <90 | Green Mark GoldPlus |
| 75 to <85 | Green Mark Gold |
| 50 to <75 | Green Mark Certified |
How long does green mark last?
Green Mark certification is valid for 3 years from date of Letter of Award issued by BCA.
How long does green certificate last?
3 years
Green Mark certification is valid for 3 years from date of Letter of Award issued by BCA.
What is the minimum score required for green Mark Platinum?
1) To achieve at least 70 Green Mark Points, #download the #template suggested Green Mark points. 2) For an air-conditioned building to achieve at least 30% #energysavings, it requires energy simulation using approved software like IES VE.
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What is the Singapore Green Building Council?
As a fully-fledged entity tasked to take the lead in the transformation of the Singapore green building and construction industry, the SGBC moved into its own office premises at the BCA Braddell Campus (formerly known as the BCA Academy) in February this year.
What is the Green Building Industry Association?
In addition to certifying green homes, remodels, apartments, and communities, we host a membership network of companies and individuals involved in the green building industry. We also research and communicate the human and environmental benefits of ecologically focused building.
What is a Green Mark Platinum building?
Since 2006, the public sector has been taking the lead on environmental sustainability by requiring new public sector buildings to attain Green Mark certification, including Green Mark Platinum for new buildings with air-conditioned area exceeding 5,000 sqm.