Participating Universities:

Participating Universities:

We are continuously engaging with South African universities to expand the program. If you are a lecturer or student and would like your University to participate please contact Nomamfengu at [email protected]

Have a look at what the

has to offer delegates

**The Green Building Convention takes place in Cape Town. Winners not based in Cape Town will be flown to Cape Town for the Convention. Travel and accommodation costs are covered by Growthpoint Properties.

2023

Important dates

  • 20th November 2023 – Lecturers to submit two group projects from each stream
  • Wednesday 29th November 2023 – mentoring
  • Thursday 30th November 2023 – judging and gala dinner
We are continuously engaging with South African universities to expand the program. If you are a lecturer or student and would like your University to participate please contact Nomamfengu at [email protected]

Prizes:

First Prize:

R37 000, plus the chance to present at the 2024 GBCSA Convention Innovation Stage.

Second Prize:

R18 500, plus GBCSA Convention tickets.

Third Prize:

R12 500, plus GBCSA Convention tickets.

IFC Prize:

  • A laptop valued at R16 000
  • EDGE Expert training with GBCSA and exam fees.
  • *Travel and accommodation allowance for the winner to attend the GBCSA convention and gala event in person
  • *GBCSA Convention ticket for the in-person event
  • Total prize value = R37 500
  • Applicable only where the IFC prize winner was not selected as a winner in the two main categories.

The top 3 participants from each stream

Will have the opportunity to complete a GBCSA Accredited Professional (AP) Candidate Course of their choice, for free! Click here to see what courses are on offer.) 

Benefits:

A cash prize

Mentorship programmes and workshops with industry experts during the course of 2022

Leading sustainability and property companies will have direct access to your talent

Enjoy access to leading industry thinking and possible exciting employment opportunities

A nationally recognised accreditation - Green Star SA Accredited Professional Candidate Course at no cost