The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), established in 2002, is a not-for-profit industry association that promotes sustainability in the built environment. The GBCA is best known for developing the Green Star rating system for buildings and communities.
The GBCA was one of eight national councils which helped to found the World Green Building Council.
The GBCA's member companies comprise developers, local, state and federal governments, owners, professional services firms, investors, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors, facility and asset managers, universities, professional societies, utilities and contractors.
The GBCA Board of Directors are widely recognised for their contributions towards furthering the green building industry in Australia. The GBCA's Chief Executive is Romilly Madew and Chair is Daniel Grollo from Grocon.
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