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Becoming a Green Star Accreditation Professional is an outstanding achievement and ensures our team at NBRS is at the forefront of sustainability in the built environment. The insights gained to ensure that our team has the knowledge and expertise to become industry leaders in guiding projects through Green Star certification. As National Sustainability Lead, Shanica, has driven the NBRS sustainability framework and policy as well as being part of:

• GBCA Green Star's 'People and Wellbeing' Expert Reference Panel
• Australian Institute of Architects' Environment Advisory Group
• IWBI WELL Community Concept Advisor (previously Health Equity Advisor)
• Living future institute of Australia's Technical Working Group, Beauty Petal Lead
• International Living Future Institute's Regional Member Community Australia Lead
• Melbourne Regenerative Design Forum's Steering Committee 
  

Shanica's contribution to developing the WELL Health Equity, new Green Star Performance and Communities Ratings are tools used in the building industry to make a difference to the world. 

"We have a responsibility to take a holistic view of architecture, to not only address the pressing issue of the climate crisis but also to create a built environment that enhances inclusivity, health and happiness."

NBRS assembles project teams that get to the heart of people's needs, designing life-changing environments that stand the test of time. NBRS is committed to minimising impacts on our planet through our projects, and our Melbourne and Sydney are carbon neutral certified by Climate Active. We constantly improve our strategy with our in-house sustainability lead, working group and partnerships.

About Green Building Council of Australia
It was established in 2002. The Green Building Council of Australia's (GBCA) aim is to develop a sustainable property industry in Australia and drive the adoption of green building practices through market-based solutions.