1. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL OF NAMIBIA
PROGRESS
An official Green Building Council (GBC) is national non-profit, non-government organization that is part of a global network recognized by the World Green Building Council [1]. GBCs are "transparent, consensus-based, not-for-profit coalition-based organizations with no private ownership and diverse and integrated representation from all sectors of the property industry;" and their overarching goal is promote a transformation of the built environment towards one that is sustainable (buildings and cities that are environmentally sensitive, economically viable, socially just and culturally significant).[1]
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

2. A Green Building Council definition
An official Green Building Council (GBC) is a national non-profit, non-government organization that is part of a global network recognized by the World Green Building Council . GBCs are "transparent, consensus-based, not-for-profit coalition-based organizations with no private ownership and diverse and integrated representation from all sectors of the property industry;" and their overarching goal is to promote a transformation of the built environment towards one that is sustainable (buildings and cities that are environmentally sensitive, economically viable, socially just and culturally significant).
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

3. Logo of the World Green Building Council
WGBC acts as an umbrella organization for existing, emerging and developing GBCs around the world
As of October 2012, there were at least 19 nations with established GBCs, seven recognized as "emerging" members, and dozens more in the development process. As at now there are 26 established, 15 emerging, 33 prospective, and 28 Associated working groups, totaling 102.
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

4. The 26 established councils are
Argentina GBC
GBC of Australia
GBC Brazil
GBC of South Africa
Canada GBC
Chile GBC
Colombia GBC
Dutch GBC
Emirates GBC
France GBC
German Sustainable Building Council
GBC of Espana
Hong Kong GBC
Indian GBC
Israel GBC
Japan Green Building Consortium
Jordan GBC
Peru GBC
Polish GBC
Singapore GBC
Sweden GBC
Turkish GBC
New Zealand GBC
Taiwan GBC
United Kingdom GBC
United States GBC
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

5. Growth in numbers of Councils
As of July 2014 there were over 102 Green Building Councils at various stages of their development, an increase of about 30 in the last three years.
Many of these are growing rapidly and aspire to become full members. The successful model set by the Established Councils and overseen by the World Green Building Council (WGBC) supports and guides this growth – offering a powerful framework.
An example of this growth is the Green Building Council Russia, RuGBC, formed in 2009 and now already in Emerging Status, seeking established status.
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

6. Councils use different rating tools:
Australia: Nabers / Green Star / BASIX (in NSW only)
Brazil: AQUA / LEED Brazil
Canada: LEED Canada / Green Globes / Built Green Canada
China: GBAS
Finland: PromisE
France: HQE
Germany: DGNB / CEPHEUS
Hong Kong: HKBEAM
India: Indian Green Building Council (IGBC)/ GBCIndia (Green Building Construction India)/ GRIHA
Indonesia: Green Building Council Indonesia (GBCI) / Greenship
Italy: Protocollo Itaca / Green Building Council Italia
Japan: CASBEE
Jordan: Jordan Green Building Council
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

7. Councils use different rating tools:
Korea, Republic of: Green Building Certification Criteria / Korea Green Building Council
Malaysia: GBI Malaysia
Mexico: LEED Mexico
Netherlands: BREEAM Netherlands
New Zealand: Green Star NZ
Pakistan: Pakistan Green Building Council
Philippines: BERDE / Philippine Green Building Council
Portugal: Lider A / SBToolPT®
Qatar:
Republic of China (Taiwan): Green Building Label
Singapore: Green Mark
South Africa: Green Star SA
Spain: VERDE
Switzerland: Minergie
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

8. Councils use different rating tools:
United States: LEED / Living Building Challenge / Green Globes / Build it Green / NAHB NGBS / International Green Construction Code (IGCC) / ENERGY STAR
United Kingdom: BREEAM
United Arab Emirates: Estidama
Turkey : [ CEDBİK]
Thailand : TREES
Vietnam: LOTUS Rating Tools
Czech Republic: SBToolCZ
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

9. Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,
GBCNA EVOLUTION
The Associated Working Group was formed in February 2012 to, amongst others, develop a business plan, secure funding, identify and invite members and register the GCBNA with the Namibian authorities and the World Green Building Council.
Relationship with Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) grew into professional legal and financial accounting support
10 August 2012: A 21-page trust deed was completed with the support of PwC to apply for registration with the Master of the High Court
The registration with the WGBC was achieved in September 2012 in Prospective Status
23-25 October 2012: 3 representatives were sponsored by UNDP to attend the GBCSA 5th Convention and Exhibition in Cape Town
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

10. Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,
GBCNA EVOLUTION
A database of stakeholders continued to take shape coming from industry, government, business and professional circles
Collaboration with GBCSA strengthened from October 2012 GBCSA 5th Convention
January 2013: FNB seeks association with GBCNA through WSP/GBCSA, prior to construction of their next Green Building up market
04 March 2013 : A board of trustees is registered by the Master of High Court
11 March 2013: WSP Engineering Group and GBCSA make a presentation on Green Star rating tool to GBCNA Associated Working Group in Windhoek at the Ministry of Works and Transport
15 March 2013: The first Mini Convention of GBCNA is held at Habitat Research Development Centre
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

11. GBCNA’s Immediate Future
GBCNA is established under a CEO functioning with employees, not by volunteers alone
A membership drive and database are in place
A Customer Relation Management system is in place
A marketing strategy is place
Corporate Governance strategy is in place
Register Corporate members in Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze Categories, and individuals.
A green building rating tool is recommended and adopted
A training and education programme is in place for trainers
A Financial Management system is in place
An HR strategy and system is adopted.
Attend the WGBC Convention in Cape Town in October 2013 in “Emerging Status”
Sponsorship deals are signed
A GBCNA website is fully functional
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

12. 19 AFRICAN COUNTRIES’ STATUSES
Established - SOUTH AFRICA
Prospective Group – GHANA, KENYA, MAURITIUS, MOROCCO, NAMIBIA, NIGERIA
Associated Group –BENIN, BOTSWANA, EGYPT, MAURITANIA, TANZANIA, ZIMBABWE
Initiated Interest - CAMEROON, GABON, IVORY COAST, RWANDA, SUDAN, ZAMBIA
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

13. Why Green Star Rating Tool
Green Star is a voluntary environmental rating system for buildings in Australia. It was launched in 2003 by the Green Building Council of Australia.
The system considers a broad range of practices for reducing the environmental impact of buildings and to showcase innovation in sustainable building
practices, while also considering occupant health and productivity and cost savings. The resulting score is translated into "Green Stars" as follows:
Score 45-59: 4 Star Green Star, signifies 'Best Practice' in environmentally sustainable design and/or construction
Score 60-74: 5 Star Green Star, signifies 'Australian Excellence’
Score : 6 Star Green Star, signifies 'World Leadership'
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

14. Why Green Star rating tool?
Wholistic Nine categories assessed with the Green Star Rating tools:
Management,
Indoor Environment Quality,
Energy,
4. Transport,
5. Water,
6. Materials,
7. Land use & ecology,
8. Emissions,
9. Innovation.
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

15. Why Green Star Rating Tool
“We believe these highways are contributing to the development of African infrastructures. Namibia recently designated the Ministry of Works and Transport as  Namibia’s Champion for Infrastructure Projects and communicated this information to the NEPAD Agency, “ Pohamba said (Jan 2012)
The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) is a programme of the African Union created by Africans, for Africans and implemented by Africans.
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

16. Why Green Star Rating Tool
GBCSA has taken a leading role to get many African countries supported. Namibia is closest in links with SA Building codes and standards.
LEED is taken by USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, for obvious regional connectivity and inter-trade historical ties
GBCSA sees GBCNA excitedly as a kid-brother and are willing to train.
GBCSA has seen the support by GBA as a lesson to pass on their experiences to others.
WGBC recognizes GBCSA as the one with capacity to support the African continent
Present WGBC Chair is Bruce Kerswill of SA
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

17. Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,
Case of GBCSA
After just seven years the Green Building Council South Africa has certified its 59th building. The GBCSA has single handedly activated and supported the commercial property sector towards a greener future, making way for green buildings.
The Council developed a series of Green Star SA rating tools based on the internationally-respected Australian rating system, customized for the South African context. This set the standards for green building providing clear guidelines on what constitutes a ‘green building’.
It is a voluntary rating system designed to allow the commercial property sector to independently rate and certify buildings and developments via a common green building ‘language’.
The tool for new buildings encourages the built environment stakeholders and professionals to minimize the environmental impacts of their developments. Amongst other things it rewards projects for initiatives that see a reduction in waste sent to landfill and the creation of more resource efficient designs.
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

18. Green Star SA Certification
The overall result is a building with reduced energy and water consumption and lower operating costs.
The Green Star SA tools allow for certification of buildings based on the following levels of achievement:
4 Star Green Star SA Certification – ‘Best Practice’
5 Star Green Star SA Certification – ‘South African Excellence’
6 Star Green Star SA Certification – ‘World Leadership’
“The GBCSA could not have achieved the success it has to date without the support of some very big players in the sector that have pioneered the way to a better place for people and the planet.
The support has been widespread but of most significance is the take up of Green Star SA by Government bodies and big businesses such as banks and property developers,” says Brian Wilkinson, CEO of the Green Building Council South Africa.
[13 April 2014]
Frederick P.O. Muketi, BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

19. Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,
Green Star SA Rating
“Globally, the built environment is responsible for one third of all carbon emissions and with global warming a very real concern that affects us all, a shift in focus to green building is something that should be foremost in everyone’s minds – from government, to developers, to the average man in the street.”
“It’s encouraging to see the country’s leadership take up international best practice when it comes to green buildings and we are delighted that there are nine government buildings certified to date. One of the only three 6-star buildings to be certified so far in South Africa is also in this category,” says Wilkinson
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,

20. Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,
THANK YOU
Frederick P.O. Muketi,BSc.HonsME, MBA, Pr. Eng, F.I.E.K., MCIArb,